Description
Aircraft Electrical Systems Technicians, F/A-18, install, remove, inspect, test, maintain, and repair system, component, and ancillary equipment of installed aircraft electrical systems at the OMA level.
Core Skills
- aircraft electrical systems maintenance
- wiring and harness troubleshooting
- use of electronic test equipment
- reading electrical schematics and technical data
- fault isolation and root cause analysis
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- documentation in maintenance information systems
- quality assurance and safety compliance
- soldering and connector repair
- basic avionics systems familiarity
- time management in maintenance operations
- teamwork in hangar and flight line environments
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation)
- Aircraft Type-Specific Electrical/Avionics Training (F/A-18 or similar)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
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