NEC
F27A
Aviation Life Support Systems Intermediate Maintenance (IMA) Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs intermediate maintenance on aviation life support and flight equipment supporting tenant command aircraft platforms. Inspects, repairs, tests, documents, and returns survival and protective equipment to service.
Core Skills
- aviation life support maintenance
- flight equipment inspection
- survival equipment repair
- protective gear testing
- parachute component handling
- oxygen system support
- maintenance recordkeeping
- quality control inspection
- aviation safety compliance
Common Certifications
- FAA Parachute Rigger Certificate
- FAA Repairman Certificate
- ASTM F35 Aviation Life Support Equipment Technician Certificate
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- A&P Mechanic Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Parachute Rigger Certificate
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Aviation maintenance fundamentals course
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician
Career Growth
- FAA Repairman Certificate
- A&P Mechanic Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- ASQ Certified Quality Auditor
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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