Navy NEC · Aviation

E14A C-130 Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

The C-130 systems organizational maintenance technician performs organizational level maintenance on C-130 aircraft. The technician's responsibilities cover the aircraft at the organizational maintenance level.

Core Skills

  • aircraft systems maintenance
  • airframe inspection
  • avionics troubleshooting
  • electrical systems repair
  • hydraulic systems servicing
  • powerplant support
  • scheduled maintenance
  • fault isolation
  • technical order compliance
  • maintenance documentation

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software
  • Access Software AIRPAX

Civilian Career Paths

  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Commercial Aviation

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

Career Growth

  • FAA Airframe Mechanic Certificate
  • FAA Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
  • FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
  • SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core

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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