Navy NEC · Aviation

I05A T-64 Turboshaft Jet Engine First Degree/IMA Mechanic

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

Overview

A T-64 Turboshaft Jet Engine First Degree/IMA Mechanic performs first degree maintenance on the T-64 turboshaft jet engine. They complete this work at the intermediate level as specified in the Naval Air Maintenance Program.

Core Skills

  • turboshaft engine maintenance
  • gas turbine troubleshooting
  • engine component inspection
  • intermediate level repair
  • powerplant maintenance documentation
  • precision tool use
  • corrosion control
  • maintenance procedure compliance
  • aviation hazard control

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
  • Mechanical Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Career Growth

  • FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
  • IAQG Aerospace Auditor (AA) Authentication
  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
  • Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

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.

Defense contractor jobs for I05A

Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.

Report an error on this page