Navy NEC · Aviation
E38A F/A-18E/F and EA-18G Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The F/A-18E/F and EA-18G systems organizational initial maintenance technician performs apprentice level maintenance on F/A-18E/F aircraft. The technician carries out this work at the organizational maintenance level.
Core Skills
- tactical aircraft maintenance
- aircraft avionics
- aircraft electrical systems
- airframe inspection
- fault isolation
- component replacement
- maintenance tool control
- technical publication use
- aircraft readiness 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
- Electrical Engineering
- Aviation Management
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)
- Inspection Authorization under FAA Part 65
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
Also Common
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
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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