Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
6391 Avionics Chief
Overview
Avionics chiefs lead avionics departments and supervise the maintenance and repair of aircraft avionics systems, equipment, and components at intermediate and organizational maintenance activities. At organizational maintenance activities, they manage tier III EKMS accounts and assets and oversee avionics manpower within the unit.
Minimum clearance: Secret
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
- performance metrics and reporting
- risk management and safety oversight
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Project Management
- IT Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) · Funded
- Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN)
- NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
Career Growth
- ASTM NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS)
- FAA Repairman Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
Also Common
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
What the Work Involves
- Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.
- Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
- Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
- Interpret specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lay out reference points for workers.
- Perform skilled repair or maintenance operations, using equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment.
Related Occupations
- First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand
- First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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