Navy NEC · Aviation
E42A MH60R/S Electrical Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An MH60R/S electrical systems organizational initial maintenance technician maintains systems on MH60R/S helicopters. The technician also troubleshoots these helicopter systems.
Core Skills
- helicopter electrical systems
- electrical fault isolation
- aircraft wiring repair
- schematic interpretation
- multimeter and test equipment use
- built in test operation
- technical publication compliance
- maintenance documentation
- aircraft safety procedures
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Electrical Engineering
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Aviation Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
Also Common
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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