T-X/T-7A Flight Operations Mechanic
Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflightMaintain aircraft historical recordsPerform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraftInspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systemsInspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production and at times may be required to inspect the calibration, adjustment, trouble-shooting, repair and modification of other electronic test equipment as directedPerform aircraft bench or flight line operational checkout, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic systemFabricate, adjust, trouble shoot, repair and modify electronic test equipment. Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systemsDiagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions. Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when neededPerform engine buildup as assigned. Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft enginesInstall or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks in same. Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicatorsInstall and load ejection seats and guns. Install adjust, repair and replace structural parts and assemblies.Fabricate parts such as skins, doors, aircraft frames, air bags, test panels, clips, brackets, angles and ribs without the aid of jigs and fixturesModify aircraft components or aircraft support equipmentPerform composite repairs
