Description
Avionics Chiefs, as staff noncommissioned officers in charge of the avionics department supervise the maintenance and repair of aircraft avionics systems, equipment and components at the IMA/OMA levels. At the intermediate maintenance activity (MALS), the Avionics Chief (MGySgt) serves as the OccFld sponsor for all 63/6400 MOS within the MAG. At the organizational maintenance activity, the Avionics Chief holds the responsibility of managing the tier III EKMS account/assets as well as manages avionics manpower within the unit.
Core Skills
- avionics maintenance management
- workcenter and personnel supervision
- maintenance planning and scheduling
- quality assurance and compliance
- configuration and asset management
- EKMS account management and COMSEC handling
- technical troubleshooting oversight
- training and mentoring of technicians
- cross‑functional coordination with operations and supply
- performance metrics and reporting
- risk management and safety oversight
- process improvement and standardization
- technical documentation review and approval
- stakeholder communication and briefing
- budget and resource prioritization
Common Certifications
- FAA Repairman Certificate (Avionics)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
- FAA Part 65 Mechanic Certificate (if applicable)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- IT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
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Data sourced from official Marine Corps 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.