Aircraft Mechanic (8852) This series covers positions involved in the troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, modification, and servicing of aircraft systems, airframes, and engines . - Core Responsibilities: - - Diagnoses malfunctions on a variety of major aircraft systems and components, determining when they are operating properly, whether parts must be repaired or replaced, and the required adjustments or alignments. - Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, installs, and aligns major mechanical and pneumatic systems. Utilizes precision measuring tools (micrometers, gauges) and torque equipment to ensure structural integrity and flight readiness. - Documents maintenance actions on manual and automated forms (e.g., AFTO Form 781 series, CAMS computer terminals) and initiates requisitions for needed parts, supplies, and technical data. - Utilizes established safety procedures, maintains a clean work area, safely handles hazardous waste, and may drive government vehicles of various sizes between worksites.