Army MOS · Aviation
94R Avionic and Survivability Equipment Repairer
Overview
An Avionic and Survivability Equipment Repairer performs field and sustainment maintenance on aircraft avionics and survivability equipment. The repairer works on navigation flight control systems, stabilization systems, radar-based equipment, and aircraft survivability systems.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- avionics troubleshooting and repair
- radar and RF systems maintenance
- navigation and flight control systems support
- electronic test and measurement
- soldering and cable fabrication
- technical manual interpretation
- fault isolation and root cause analysis
- preventive maintenance scheduling
- quality assurance and documentation
- safety and compliance procedures
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Telecommunications
- Unmanned Systems
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) · Funded · Promotion points
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
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 94R. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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