Navy NEC · Communications
E32A E-6B System Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The E-6B system organizational initial maintenance technician performs scheduled and unscheduled upkeep on E-6B mission and avionics systems. The technician applies knowledge of voice and data communications, Classified Material System materials, aircraft maintenance procedures, and E-6B systems.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- e 6b mission systems maintenance
- voice and data communications
- avionics troubleshooting
- classified material handling
- communications equipment testing
- technical manual interpretation
- scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- fault isolation
- maintenance documentation
- system status reporting
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
- Telecommunications
- Satellite Communications
- Electrical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- CompTIA Network+
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS) Endorsement
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
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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