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Aircraft Structures Worker

OFO Code: 653202

Last checked 3 October 2026

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OFO code
653202
Occupation
Aircraft Structures Worker
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
SKILLED AGRICULTURAL, FORESTRY, FISHERY, CRAFT AND RELATED TRADES WORKERS
Unit group
6532 · Aircraft Engine Mechanics and Repairers

Official description
Aircraft engine repairers and mechanics fit, service, repair and overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as airframes, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Trade occupation in the OFO source

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Aircraft Structural Fitter, Airframe Fitter, Aircraft Structure Worker, Aircraft Composites and Structures Worker, Aircraft Trimmer, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structural), Aircraft Plastics and Fiberglas Worker, Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (Mechanical), Aircraft Composite Structure Worker, Aircraft Restorer, Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers, Aircraft Composites Worker, Aircraft Sheetmetal Worker, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes), Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical), Aircraft Metal Worker, Airframe Mechanic, Aircraft Life Support Fitter

  • Maintaining, repairing, overhauling, modifying and testing aircraft structural, mechanical and hydraulic systems
  • Connecting components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters, and in-flight refuelling systems
  • Installing and testing electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft
  • Reading and interpreting manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
  • Replacing engine components or complete engines
  • Inspecting completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and the aircraft is ready for operation
  • Maintaining, repairing, and rebuilding aircraft structures, functional components, and parts such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, and seals
  • Maintaining repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance
  • Fitting, examining, testing and servicing aircraft engines
  • Examining and inspecting airframes and aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and de-icers to detect wear, cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems

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