Aerospace Engineering Technician how-to

How to Run a Test Procedure Step by Step

Procedures keep tests safe and repeatable.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Procedures keep tests safe and repeatable. In short: read; check; brief, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Read the whole procedure.

  2. Check equipment.

  3. Brief the team.

  4. Follow each step.

  5. Sign off steps.

  6. Report anomalies.

Safety reminders for aerospace engineering technicians

  • Follow test safety plans
  • Wear hearing protection
  • Prevent FOD
  • Follow clean room rules

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