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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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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