Employment Training
Other Ranks (Technical)
Aircraft Technician Course.
Duration: 46.5 weeks
Location: RAAF School of Technical Training (RAAFSTT) at RAAF Base Wagga (NSW).
The training philosophy adopted by the RAAF for Aircraft Technical Training is based on the Integrated Job Performance Training System in which students are first given broad hand skills, then trained in the operation and maintenance of complete systems before ultimately being trained in the detailed operation and diagnostic maintenance of complete system components. Training is based on the requirements of the MEA07 Aeroskills Training Package and is aligned to the Competency Standards required for a Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical). Following completion of an Aircraft Technician course and attainment of the competency standards you will be issued with an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level IV certificate.
Aircraft Technician Course.
The Aircraft Technician course comprises the initial generic trade training for Aircraft trainees who upon graduation are employed at the Fitter (Grade 1) skill level. The course provides instruction in generic trade hand skills, aircraft systems component removal and installation and detailed aircraft systems theory of operation and diagnostics. Training is also provided in aircraft handling and servicing tasks.
Fitter progression.
Having graduated as an Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman (AC/ACW) Aircraft Fitter grade 1, members are required to consolidate their training through work experience. The minimum requirement for progression to Aircraft Technician is the completion of 24 months employment as a Fitter (comprising a minimum of 12 months as an AC/ACW Fitter grade 1 and 12 months as an LAC/LACW Fitter grade 2) plus the successful completion of the competency units required to qualify for a Trade Certificate (refer to Civil Accreditation). This results in the member being remustered to LAC Aircraft Technician. Following a further 24 months experience as an LAC/LACW Aircraft Technician, and the successful completion of pre-requisite training and satisfactory performance, the member will be eligible for consideration for promotion to CPL. Advancement through the ranks to Warrant Officer is in competition with other Aircraft Technicians.
