Navy
AVIATION
NEC

NEC

E49A

C-40 Systems Organizational Maintenance Quality Assurance Representative

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

Description

Performs advanced organizational-level maintenance on the C-40 aircraft. Direct representative of the Commanding Officer for ensuring the quality of aircraft, engines, components, and equipment and must possess the highest standards of professional integrity. In addition to inspection duties, serves as trainers and mentors in their areas of expertise.

Core Skills

  • aircraft maintenance quality assurance
  • airworthiness inspection
  • technical data interpretation
  • maintenance record auditing
  • discrepancy tracking
  • root cause analysis
  • quality system compliance
  • maintenance team mentoring
  • aviation safety management
  • inspection reporting

Common Certifications

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
  • FAA Inspection Authorization
  • ASQ Certified Quality Auditor
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector
  • ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
  • Certified Aviation Manager

Civilian Career Paths

  • AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
  • AVIATION MANAGEMENT
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
  • Human Factors in Aviation Maintenance Course

Career Growth

  • FAA Inspection Authorization
  • ASQ Certified Quality Auditor
  • ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
  • Certified Aviation Manager

Equivalent Roles in Other Branches

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.