Navy NEC · Aviation
E43A MQ-8C Organizational Maintenance Mechanic
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An MQ-8C organizational maintenance mechanic performs organizational-level maintenance on the aircraft's airframe and power plant. The mechanic also maintains the MQ-8C rotary system.
Core Skills
- unmanned aircraft maintenance
- rotary system maintenance
- airframe inspection
- powerplant servicing
- mechanical fault isolation
- component removal and installation
- technical publication use
- maintenance documentation
- aviation safety compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Access Software AIRPAX
Civilian Career Paths
- Unmanned Systems
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aviation Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
- Unmanned Safety Institute Small UAS Safety Certification (SSC)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
Also Common
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
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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