Army MOS · Support
94Y Automatic Test Systems Operator/Maintainer
Overview
An Automatic Test Systems Operator and Maintainer operates, maintains, and supervises maintenance on the Next Generation Automatic Test System, Direct Support Electrical Test System, and Base Shop Test Facility. The specialist tests, isolates faults, adjusts, and repairs supported electronic units and equipment while maintaining assigned vehicles and power generators.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- electronic diagnostics and troubleshooting
- automatic test equipment (ATE) operation
- test program set (TPS) loading and validation
- fault isolation to LRU and SRU level
- soldering and electronic repair
- technical data interpretation (schematics, TMs)
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- quality assurance and test documentation
- safety and ESD procedures
- logistics and parts management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Systems Administration
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- Computer Service Technician (CST)
- Network Systems Technician (NST)
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Alternating Current (BEE-AC) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Analog (BEE-A) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr) · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Systems Technician (BST)
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner (CHMP)
Also Common
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Digital (BEE-D) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 94Y. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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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