NEC
F16A
Aircrew Survival Equipmentman (IMA) Oxygen Systems Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Aircrew Survival Equipmentman rating
Description
Performs intermediate level maintenance on Aircraft Oxygen Systems and Test Equipment. Duties include inspection, test and repair of Oxygen Regulators, Liquid Oxygen Converters and their related support equipment, and Aviators Breathing Oxygen Analyzer.
Core Skills
- aircraft oxygen system maintenance
- oxygen regulator repair
- liquid oxygen converter testing
- breathing oxygen analysis
- pneumatic system troubleshooting
- precision test equipment use
- technical manual interpretation
- maintenance documentation
- hazardous materials handling
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe Mechanic Certificate
- FAA Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- ASTM Aviation Oxygen Systems Technician training
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician General course
- Compressed Gas Association safety training
Career Growth
- FAA Airframe Mechanic Certificate
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Level 3
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