Avionics Technicians
Organizational maintenance of E-2C mission computers, navigation equipment, flight controls, radar, and electrical systems transfers directly to aircraft avionics maintenance work.
How to prepare: Complete a hands-on civilian avionics troubleshooting course that includes component testing and functional checks using ground support equipment.
What the civilian work involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.