Navy NEC · Aviation
824G Individual Augmentation (IA) Support Assignment: Shadow Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Electronics Maintenance Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Shadow Unmanned Aircraft System Electronics Maintenance Specialist performs maintenance, inspections, assembly, disassembly, troubleshooting, and direct support electronic repair using specialized tools and test equipment. The specialist maintains and repairs launch and recovery equipment, mission planning and ground control stations, data terminals, avionics, airborne data relays, cameras, FLIR mission payloads, and related electronics.
Core Skills
- uas electronics maintenance
- avionics troubleshooting
- ground control station repair
- launch and recovery systems
- electronic test equipment
- flir and eo payload maintenance
- mission planning systems
- circuit diagnostics
- technical maintenance documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Electrical Engineering
- Unmanned Systems
- Radio Frequency Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
Career Growth
- FAA Repairman Certificate for UAS Maintenance
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- CompTIA Network+
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
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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