MOS
6317
Aircraft Communications/Navigation/Radar Systems Technician, F/A-18
Description
Aircraft Communications/Navigation/Radar Systems Technicians, F/A-18 install, remove, inspect, test, maintain and repair systems components, and ancillary equipment of installed aircraft communications/ navigation/radar systems to include deceptive electronic countermeasures (DECM) systems at the OMA level.
Core Skills
- avionics systems maintenance
- RF and radar systems troubleshooting
- communications and navigation systems integration
- electronic countermeasures systems support
- fault isolation and diagnostics
- use of electronic test equipment
- soldering and cable repair
- technical data and schematics interpretation
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- configuration management and documentation
- quality assurance and testing
- system-level troubleshooting
- safety and ESD controls
- collaboration with pilots and engineers
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
- Avionics OEM Type Training (F/A-18 or similar)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
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