Hard Skills
AdvancedRegulatory Compliance AuditingThe systematic evaluation of aircraft maintenance records, procedures, and operations against national and international aviation safety standards.
ExpertAircraft Systems InspectionThe technical evaluation of airframes, powerplants, and avionics systems to verify mechanical integrity and airworthiness.
IntermediateTechnical Report WritingThe ability to document inspection findings, non-compliance issues, and corrective action requirements in formal, legally-defensible reports.
AdvancedSafety Management Systems (SMS)Knowledge of the systematic approach to managing safety, including organizational structures, accountabilities, policies, and procedures.
IntermediateNon-Destructive Testing (NDT) InterpretationUnderstanding the results of inspection methods such as ultrasonic, radiographic, or dye penetrant testing to identify structural flaws.
AdvancedBlueprint and Schematic InterpretationThe ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and aircraft manufacturer manuals.