Air Force AFSC · Aviation
2A3X5 Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics
Overview
An Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics Maintainer maintains F-22, F-35, MQ-1, MQ-9, and RQ-4 aircraft. The maintainer troubleshoots, inspects, repairs, and modifies these aircraft to prepare them for missions.
Minimum clearance: Secret
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Skill levels: 2A315 helper · 2A335 apprentice · 2A355 journeyman · 2A375 craftsman
Core Skills
- Advanced avionics troubleshooting and repair
- Integrated systems diagnostics (navigation, comms, sensors)
- Use of technical data, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Configuration management and software loads
- Fault isolation using automated test equipment
- Quality assurance and inspection procedures
- Documentation in maintenance information systems
- Safety and risk management around high-value assets
- Team coordination in mission-critical timelines
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Unmanned Systems
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- ASTM NCATT Autonomous Navigation Systems (ANS)
- ASTM NCATT Dependent Navigation Systems (DNS)
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- ASTM NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS)
Career Growth
- ASTM NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
- Associate Electronics Technician (CETa)
- Aviation Structures
- Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN)
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 2A3X5. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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