Navy NEC · Aviation
803A Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician performs organizational level maintenance on unmanned aerial vehicle systems. The technician also maintains the support equipment used with those systems.
Core Skills
- uav systems maintenance
- avionics troubleshooting
- electrical systems diagnostics
- ground control station support
- launch and recovery systems
- preventive maintenance
- technical manual use
- fault isolation
- maintenance documentation
- equipment readiness management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Access Software AIRPAX
Civilian Career Paths
- Unmanned Systems
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Federal Aviation Administration Remote Pilot Certificate
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Aviation Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings
- CompTIA Network+
Also Common
- FAA Mechanic Certificate, Airframe and Powerplant (A&P)
What the Work Involves
- Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
- Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance.
- Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
- Conduct routine and special inspections as required by regulations.
Related Occupations
- Avionics Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Aircraft Service Attendants
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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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