Navy NEC · Aviation

E35A E-2D Aircraft Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician

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

Overview

The E-2D aircraft systems organizational initial maintenance technician performs organizational maintenance on E-2D aircraft. The technician works on the aircraft's engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and avionics systems.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Core Skills

  • aircraft systems maintenance
  • avionics troubleshooting
  • hydraulic systems
  • aircraft electrical systems
  • engine support systems
  • preventive inspection
  • fault isolation
  • operational testing
  • maintenance recordkeeping

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
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Commercial Aviation

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Career Growth

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
  • NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
  • Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)

Also Common

  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
  • IPC-A-610 Specialist

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.

Defense contractor jobs for E35A

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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