Marine Corps
AVIATION

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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