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2A8X2 Mobility Air Forces Integrated Instrument and Flight Control Systems

Overview

A Mobility Air Forces Integrated Instrument and Flight Control Systems specialist maintains aircraft electronics and avionics to exacting standards. The specialist keeps instrument and flight control systems operating as intended on bombers, helicopters, and cargo planes.

Skill levels: 2A812 helper · 2A832 apprentice · 2A852 journeyman · 2A872 craftsman

Core Skills

  • avionics systems maintenance
  • flight control systems troubleshooting
  • instrumentation calibration and alignment
  • digital and analog electronics
  • use of technical orders and schematics
  • preventive and corrective maintenance
  • system testing and validation
  • wiring and connector repair
  • quality assurance and inspection
  • safety and risk management

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
  • Project Management

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)
  • Balancing and Interchange Certification (BI)

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
  • Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
  • Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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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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