Army MOS · Aviation
15L Armament/Electrical/Avionics Repair Supervisor
Overview
An Armament, Electrical, and Avionics Repair Supervisor plans aircraft maintenance and avionics repair shop operations, determines labor and staffing needs, and manages parts and facility requirements. They instruct and supervise maintenance, repairs, and inspections of aircraft armament, aviation communications, and other electronic and electrical systems according to technical guidance and safety procedures.
Core Skills
- avionics systems troubleshooting
- electrical and electronic diagnostics
- weapons and armament systems maintenance coordination
- reading schematics and technical manuals
- maintenance planning and scheduling
- quality assurance and inspections
- technical documentation and reporting
- shop and facility management
- supply and parts management
- team leadership and supervision
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
- Certified Aerospace Technician Core
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) · Funded · Promotion points
- NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS) · Funded · Promotion points
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) · Funded · Promotion points
- Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN)
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) · Funded · Promotion points
- Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Systems Technician (BST)
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
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 15L. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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