A Study of the Technical Versus Administrative Orientation of Entry- Level Aircraft Maintenance Officer Jobs in the Strategic Air Command
Abstract
A random sample of 300 senior aircraft maintenance managers in the Strategic Air Command was surveyed using a specially developed questionnaire to determine preferences regarding the technical versus administrative orientation of entry-level aircraft maintenance officer (AMO) jobs. Specific expectations of commissioned officers and noncommissioned officers (NCOs) were examined to determine whether any difference in expectations existed between the two groups. Relationships between expectations and the following variables were examined: rank, duty position, aircraft maintenance experience, command experience, Air Force longevity, duty position tenure, and aeronautical rating of officers. Answers to selected questions varied significantly by one or more of these variables. Analysis of the results showed both groups expected an entry-level AMO to be slightly more technically than administratively oriented. Based on these findings, recommendations were made to improve entry-level AMO job performance. Keywords: Maintenance management, Personnel management, Maintenance personnel, Theses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA202627
Entities
People
- Gerald J. Frisbee
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology