Aerospace Ground Equipment Job Description

Aerospace ground equipment crews test and maintain equipment and systems.

Before any aerospace vessel takes flight or is launched, every aspect of the system is thoroughly inspected. The aerospace ground equipment (AGE) crew performs these inspections. According to the job and salary information website Indeed.com, the average annual salary for an aerospace ground equipment worker in the United States was $66,000 as of August 2010.

Job Duties

Inspecting, servicing, maintaining, testing and storing aerospace vehicles are all crucial job duties. Interpreting work orders, requisitioning materials and documenting completed work is necessary. Clear communications with other AGE staff members and supervisors is required.

Skill Requirements

Acumen in inspecting and repairing gasoline, diesel turbine engines as well as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems is necessary. Competence in using related testing systems and equipment is mandatory. The ability to read and interpret technical and quality assurance guidelines is required.

Preferred Background

Training as an aircraft ground support equipment technician is required, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Aeronautic or aircraft ground support experience is an asset. Competency in computer and database operations is a plus.

References

• Cytiva: Aerospace Ground Equipment Job Description
• Indeed: Aerospace Ground Equipment Job Salary