Navy NEC · Aviation

F29A Fixed Wing Non-Ejection Aviation Life Support Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician

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

Overview

A Fixed Wing Non-Ejection Aviation Life Support Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician performs organizational-level maintenance on flight equipment utilized on non-ejection seat aircraft platforms. The maintenance focuses on fixed wing non-ejection aviation life support systems at the organizational level.

Core Skills

  • fixed wing flight equipment maintenance
  • aircrew survival equipment
  • parachute system inspection
  • harness and restraint service
  • emergency gear testing
  • technical order interpretation
  • maintenance documentation
  • equipment accountability
  • aviation safety procedures

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software
  • Access Software AIRPAX

Civilian Career Paths

  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Emergency Management
  • Project Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • FAA Parachute Rigger Certificate
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
  • Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

Career Growth

  • FAA Repairman Certificate
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
  • Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
  • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)

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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