Description
A pilot’s ability to process information and make quick decisions is crucial to completing their mission. Their success hinges on highly sophisticated avionics systems. Responsible for maintaining and repairing these systems, Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics specialists ensure that pilots can receive the information they need to successfully operate their aircraft. Keeping a trained eye on everything from communications systems to flight controls, these experts are critical to the advancement and safety of our missions.
Core Skills
- avionics systems troubleshooting
- digital and analog electronics
- data bus and interface diagnostics
- communication systems maintenance
- navigation and flight control systems
- technical order interpretation
- test equipment operation
- fault isolation
- configuration management
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- root cause analysis
- technical documentation
- safety and risk management
- systems integration
- cross-functional coordination
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- NDT Level II/III (as applicable)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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