Navy NEC · Aviation

E40A E-6 Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician

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

Overview

The E-6 systems organizational initial maintenance technician performs apprentice level maintenance on E-6 series aircraft. The technician supports all aircraft in the E-6 series at the organizational maintenance level.

Core Skills

  • aircraft systems maintenance
  • aircraft electrical troubleshooting
  • technical publication use
  • component replacement
  • maintenance inspection
  • test equipment operation
  • aircraft safety compliance
  • maintenance recordkeeping
  • work center 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
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Aviation Management

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.

Defense contractor jobs for E40A

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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