Navy NEC · Aviation
E39A F/A-18 A/B/C/D Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The F/A-18 A/B/C/D systems organizational initial maintenance technician performs apprentice level maintenance on F/A-18 A/B/C/D aircraft. The technician carries out this work at the organizational maintenance level.
Core Skills
- aircraft systems maintenance
- fighter aircraft inspection
- fault isolation and troubleshooting
- technical order compliance
- maintenance test equipment operation
- component removal and installation
- aircraft safety procedures
- maintenance documentation
- team coordination
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
- Aviation Management
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
Also Common
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
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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