Flight Engineer

Aliases: Air Engineer, Engineer, Co-Pilot, Flight Operations Manager

Industry/Sector(s): Aerospace and Aviation

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Flight Engineer is expected to perform include:

Making pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight inspection, adjustments and minor repairs to ensure safe and efficient operation of aircraft
Monitoring control panel to verify aircraft performance and regulating engine speed according to instructions of Pilot, Aircraft
Making in-flight repairs and recording malfunctioning, which were not corrected during flight, and reporting needed repairs to ground maintenance personnel
Verifying passenger and cargo distribution and amount of fuel to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met
Monitoring fuel gauges and computing the rate of fuel consumption

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It requires physical activity
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Individual usually works for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. The organization remains open and functional for 24 hours a day and 7 days a week
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ^{4, 5}

Preferably, Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical or aeronautical engineering with valid Flight Engineer license

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Proficient in checking aircraft for defects such as fuel or oil leaks, malfunctions in electrical, hydraulic or pressurization systems according to pre-flight checklist before take-off
Adept at verifying passenger and cargo distribution and amount of fuel to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met
Skilled in making in-flight repairs such as replacing fuses, adjusting instruments and freeing jammed flight control cables using hand tools
Adept at taking emergency measures to compensate for failure of equipment such as autopilot wing heater and electrical and hydraulic systems
Proficient in monitoring fuel gauges and compute rate of fuel consumption and engine performance
Well-versed in performing aircraft repair work
Knowledge of flight theory and flight maintenance
Proficient in understanding and interpreting diagrams, charts and flight journals

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Able to work under high pressure
Good communication skills
Problem-solving skills

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Colleges offering mechanical/automotive/aerospace engineering across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPp5E55y0rQ

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ³

Chief Flight Engineer

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Check Flight Engineer

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Flight Engineer

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ^{4, 5}

For candidates with experience - Rs 40,000 to Rs 45,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ^{4, 5}

Generally, 1-2 years of experience is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ^{4, 5}

Airlines
Indian Air Force

KEYWORDS

Air Engineer
Engineer
Co-Pilot
Flight Operation Manager

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	3153.1100	Flight Engineer
ISCO 2008	3153	Aircraft Pilots and Related Associate Professionals
NIC 2008	52231	Activities related to air transport of passengers, animals or freight
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 3
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-3.pdf
4	https://targetstudy.com/professions/flight-engineer.html
5	https://www.indeed.co.in/viewjob?jk=59f23610f166154c&q=aircraft+mechanic&l=india&tk=1b704857u9nv1ca3&from=web

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