Instrument maker vs aviation machinist mate

Differences between instrument maker and aviation machinist mate duties and responsibilities

Instrument maker example responsibilities.

• Mount DCS and PLC cabinets and familiar with there systems.
• Work safely along with all proper ppe, and with NEC, nfpa 70e, and osha standards.
• Loop checking and control logic simulation from DCS panel to field instruments.
• Perform instrument quality checks using gauges, micrometers, calipers, and other measuring equipment.
• Design, machine, and assemble special cutting tools, jigs, and fixtures for holding parts and removing metal.
• Work independently to machine parts to tight tolerance, design and implement fixtures and jigs while meeting aggressive production quantities.
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Aviation machinist mate example responsibilities.

• Manage output according to company quality standards and corresponding ISO certification.
• Train in HAZMAT and tool control.
• Provide troubleshooting and repair of engines, gearboxes, and rotor heads.
• Order parts for aircraft, tools, training aids, new publications, and HAZMAT materials.
• Replace and recondition helicopter components such as engines, rotor hubs, hydraulic system, transmissions and gearboxes and flight controls.
• Provide technical support for assembly line and set-up new high speed machines for manufacturing aluminum laminate tubes.
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