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Education
The aviation industry is fortunate to be supported by a network of specialized universities and technical institutions – dedicated to teaching fundamental (and advanced) aviation related specialties. Many mechanics, engineers and pilots started their aviation careers by attending one of these fine schools. Most of the schools offer Associate and Bachelor degrees. Some even offer graduate degrees.
Aviation Reliability is not a course of study that is typically offered in schools – not even at most well known aviation schools. Many professionals who work in reliability departments come from the ranks of mechanic, technician or engineer. Others have backgrounds in statistical analysis, database systems or technical writing. These are all good backgrounds to have, but there are a whole host of skills and knowledge that reliability professionals must possess to be truly effective and successful. Besides an understanding of aircraft systems, structures, and power plants, these skills and knowledge bases are also essential:
· ATA Coding (ATA Spec 100, JASC Code table)
· Federal Aviation regulations (FARs) pertaining to maintenance operations
· Aircraft Maintenance Programs and Processes (AC 120-16D)
· General Reliability Program Structure (AC 120-17A)
· Continuing Analysis and Surveillance Systems (CASS) (AC 120-79)
· Maintenance Processes and work flow (Line, Shop and Base/Overhaul)
· Root Cause Analysis and corrective action options
· General statistical analysis
· Cost impact analysis and business case formulation
· Technical reading and writing
· Presentation, persuasion, negotiation and communication skills
Most reliability professionals possess several skills in the list above, but very few individuals have mastered all of them. Aviation Reliability Services encourages aviation universities and technical schools to develop certificate programs and minor courses of study dedicated to Aviation Reliability Programs. These new education programs will help to create a formidable talent pool that air carriers, repair facilities, manufacturers and regulatory agencies can draw from to create world-class reliability programs.
Aviation Reliability Services would like to partner with the best aviation schools in the country to develop and deliver a comprehensive aviation reliability curriculum. Together, we can create the next generation of reliability professionals – who will help make the industry safer, more reliable, efficient and consistently profitable. If your school is committed to aviation safety and reliability, please Click Here to contact us. We have some great ideas that we would like to share with you.
 Reliability Engineer
If you would like to consult with our Reliability Engineer,
Tim Walters, please contact him at
twalters@avrel-services.com
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