Navy NEC · Aviation
G32A EP-3E In-flight Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An EP-3E In-flight Technician operates, troubleshoots, and performs organizational level maintenance on communications, navigation, ESM, and special mission avionics systems. The technician performs and supervises these duties before, during, and after flights and assists the EWCC and EWAC as required.
Core Skills
- communications avionics maintenance
- navigation systems troubleshooting
- electronic support measures
- special mission avionics
- in flight system monitoring
- organizational level maintenance
- electronic warfare support
- technical diagnostics
- maintenance reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Telecommunications
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Signals Intelligence
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
Career Growth
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Service Attendants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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