Navy NEC · Aviation
E26A MH-60S Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An MH-60S systems organizational career maintenance technician performs organizational-level avionics maintenance on MH-60S aircraft. The technician's responsibilities focus on the aircraft's avionics systems.
Core Skills
- helicopter avionics maintenance
- aircraft systems diagnostics
- electronic test equipment
- technical data interpretation
- fault isolation
- component removal and replacement
- wiring inspection
- operational system testing
- maintenance recordkeeping
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
- Mechanical Engineering
- Commercial Aviation
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
- Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
- Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- CompTIA A+
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
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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