E36A

P-8A Aircraft Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician

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

Description

Performs Organizational Maintenance on the P-8A Aircraft systems: Airframes/Hydraulics, Avionics, Electrical, Environmental Control, Ordnance, and Power Plants.

Core Skills

airframe maintenance
hydraulic maintenance
aircraft avionics
aircraft electrical systems
environmental control systems
ordnance systems support
powerplant maintenance
fault isolation
aircraft inspection

Common Certifications

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
NCATT Aircraft Wiring and Electrical Systems (AWES)
NCATT Aircraft Electronic Troubleshooting (AET)
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)

Civilian Career Paths

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
AVIATION MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate Preparation
NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
NCATT Aircraft Wiring and Electrical Systems (AWES)
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Career Growth

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
NCATT Aircraft Electronic Troubleshooting (AET)
Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
Inspection Authorization under FAA Part 65

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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches

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Airlift/Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance

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Coast Guard

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Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.