Pneumatics Technician
Also posted as Aircraft Pneumatic Systems Technician; Bleed Air Systems Technician; Environmental Systems Technician
A pneumatics technician maintains and troubleshoots aircraft pneumatic, bleed-air, pressurization, ducting, valve, and sensor systems. It's hands-on work in aircraft hangars, MRO shops, component repair areas, and flight-line support teams, where technical instructions, safety procedures, troubleshooting, and accurate documentation all matter.
Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.
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Inspect pneumatic systems
Check ducts, valves, seals, sensors, and pressurization components for leaks, damage, overheating, or abnormal indications.
Diagnose air-system faults
Use pressure readings, built-in test data, leak checks, and manuals to locate pneumatic or bleed-air problems.
Repair valves and ducting
Replace or service valves, ducts, couplings, sensors, and related components, then verify system operation.
Document checks and repairs
Record leak-test results, component changes, inspections, and operational checks for maintenance records.
What skills do you need?
Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.
Pneumatic System Diagnostics
Troubleshooting bleed-air, pressurization, leak, valve, and ducting issues using test data and manuals.
Bleed Air / Pressurization
Understanding how aircraft air systems support pressurization, anti-ice, environmental control, and related functions.
Valves / Ducting
Inspecting and servicing pneumatic valves, ducts, couplings, seals, and sensors safely.
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