Aircraft certifying engineer

Mathematical techniques, algebraic expressions, formulae, calculation and physics to understand the theory of flight, aerodynamics and aviation maintenance processes

Structure, properties and characteristics of materials used in the construction, maintenance and repair of aircraft components, whole structures and sub-assemblies

Fundamentals of electrical, electronic, digital, analogue, aircraft systems and maintenance practices

Appropriate bonding and assembly techniques e.g. in composite assembly

Statutory military and/ or civil air legislation, quality and organisational requirements for aviation safety and occupational health and safety while carrying out aircraft maintenance techniques

Human Factors and how they affect Human performance and aircraft maintenance activities

Fundamentals of aircraft propulsion systems including auxiliary power units

Fundamentals of aircraft flight control systems including hydraulic systems

Fundamentals of aircraft auxiliary systems including undercarriage, doors, cabin interiors, pressurisation and air conditioning

Specialist test equipment used within aircraft maintenance

Fundamentals of methods of aircraft inspection techniques including the identification, control, repair and prevention of damage, fatigue and corrosion

Hazard and risk management systems to determine critical issues where safety incidents may occur for products and services including Safety Management Systems used within the aviation sector

Troubleshooting techniques and the use of test equipment and fault analysis tools i.e. Smart troubleshooting trees used in this process

Fundamentals of aircraft power and / or electrical power generation systems

Read, interpret, explain and suggest improvements to engineering data; drawings, specifications, maintenance manuals, computer generated information and aircraft documentation

Safe selection and use of hand and mechanical tools and equipment while carrying out maintenance of aircraft

Complying with and ensuring others comply with statutory military and/ or civil air legislation, quality and organisational requirements for aviation safety and occupational health and safety while carrying out aircraft maintenance techniques

Use, analyse and interpret the results obtained from test equipment, both mechanical and electronic while carrying out aircraft maintenance activities

Undertake and where appropriate supervise aircraft functional checks and fault diagnosis e.g. electrical bonding and earthing; flight control rigging and adjustment

Correct use of ground equipment required in the support of aircraft maintenance

Inspect, repair, remove and replace aircraft major assemblies, components, sub-assemblies and systems. To include the Identification and installation of mechanical fasteners, measuring and marking out and the selection of the correct materials

Apply sealing and jointing techniques in a wide range of applications

Precisely drill and finish holes in aircraft assemblies

Communicate effectively within the working environment with a range of stakeholders at different levels

Support and encourage the development of others

Identification, control, repair and prevention of damage, fatigue and corrosion

Strong work ethic: motivated, proactive, committed

Dependability and responsibility: punctual, reliable

Positive attitude: constructive thinking, motivated to succeed, committed to equality and diversity, environmental, social and economic sustainability, safety mind-set

Team player: able to work and interact effectively within a team

Promote effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication

Adaptability: able to adjust to change

Honesty and integrity: truthful, sincere and ethical

Self-motivation: self-starter, able to make appropriate decisions and lead their own professional development

Personal commitment: prepared to make a personal commitment to the industry

Leadership: delivers reliable and dependable results in work outputs, quality, work ethics and self-development, as well as encouraging and supporting the development of others

Accountability: follows the specified company procedures and controls and be responsible for their monitoring review and development

Reflective: reflects on current and past performance and provides information and recommendations for improvements in planning, delivery of working practices as well as training and development

Demonstrate due consideration of human factors in performing aircraft maintenance activities