NEC
I13A
Aircraft Radar Altimeter Equipment IMA Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Aircraft radar altimeter equipment intermediate maintenance technicians test, calibrate, repair, and replace radar altimeter components at an intermediate maintenance facility. They use electronic test equipment, wiring diagrams, and technical data to isolate faults and verify accurate altitude indications.
Core Skills
- radar altimeter maintenance
- avionics fault isolation
- electronic circuit testing
- calibration and alignment
- schematic interpretation
- electronic test equipment operation
- component level repair
- technical documentation
- quality control testing
Common Certifications
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
- NCATT Avionics Systems
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- CompTIA Network+
- ASQ Certified Calibration Technician
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate preparation
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist training
- electronics troubleshooting course
Career Growth
- NCATT Avionics Systems
- ASQ Certified Calibration Technician
- FAA Inspection Authorization
- CompTIA Network+
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