I12A

AQA-7 DIFAR System IMA Technician

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

Description

Maintains and repairs AQA-7 DIFAR recorder systems and associated acoustic recording assemblies at the Navy intermediate maintenance level. Uses AQM-18 test central equipment to diagnose faults, verify performance, and return antisubmarine warfare electronics to service.

Core Skills

intermediate electronics maintenance
acoustic recorder diagnostics
analog signal testing
test bench operation
schematic interpretation
fault isolation
equipment calibration
technical documentation
quality control testing

Common Certifications

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
IPC-A-610 Specialist
CompTIA A+
Certified Electronics Technician
Certified Calibration Technician

Civilian Career Paths

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA A+
IPC-A-610 Specialist
Certified Electronics Technician
NI Multisim Training

Career Growth

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
Certified Calibration Technician
IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies Electronics Engineering Technician

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