NEC
I10A
Aviation ASW (Airborne Sonar) IMA Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs intermediate maintenance on the AN/AQS-22 Airborne Low Frequency Sonar system used for antisubmarine warfare missions. Tests, troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and documents sonar electronic and electromechanical components in accordance with technical procedures.
Core Skills
- airborne sonar maintenance
- antisubmarine warfare systems
- electronic fault isolation
- sonar transducer testing
- electromechanical repair
- circuit and signal testing
- technical manual interpretation
- calibration and test equipment use
- maintenance recordkeeping
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- ETA International Associate Electronics Technician
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- ETA International Associate Electronics Technician
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Basic electronics troubleshooting course
Career Growth
- CompTIA Network+
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- CompTIA Security+
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