Description
All Air Force aircraft are outfitted with sophisticated aviation technology to help guide their every move. It’s the responsibility of Mobility Air Forces Electronic Warfare Systems specialists to maintain these systems to the highest standards. These experts go through extensive training to install and service radar, communications, weapons and other flight operations to ensure the safety of the aircraft and the crew and the successful completion of our missions.
Core Skills
- electronic warfare systems maintenance
- avionics troubleshooting
- radar systems maintenance
- aircraft communications systems support
- weapons and defensive systems integration
- fault isolation and diagnostics
- technical data interpretation
- soldering and electronic repair
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- system testing and calibration
- safety and compliance in maintenance operations
- documentation and maintenance records
- teamwork in flightline and shop environments
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate
- Avionics Technician Certification (NCATT/ETA)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- Aircraft Type Training/Certification (Avionics Systems)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
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Data sourced from official Air Force publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.