2A731 – Aircraft Metals Technology
Every part of a plane must be in perfect working order before we let them fly. Sometimes that even entails creating a part from scratch. Responsible for repairing and creating essential aircraft parts, Aircraft Metals Technology specialists act as the Air Force’s machinists and welders. From troubleshooting to final fitting, these skilled professionals weld, fabricate and custom-make the metal components critical to the functioning of an aircraft.