I18A

Aircraft HF Communications Equipment IMA Technician

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

Description

Aircraft HF communications equipment intermediate maintenance technicians test, troubleshoot, repair, and align high frequency radios and related aircraft communication components. They diagnose RF and audio faults, operate specialized test equipment, and verify dependable long-range communications against approved technical standards.

Core Skills

hf radio maintenance
rf signal troubleshooting
aircraft communications systems
antenna system testing
electronic test equipment operation
radio frequency measurement
circuit card repair
technical publication use
maintenance documentation

Common Certifications

NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
NCATT Avionics Systems
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
IPC J-STD-001 Specialist

Civilian Career Paths

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
COMMERCIAL AVIATION

Training & Development

Getting Started

NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate preparation
CompTIA Network+
IPC J-STD-001 Specialist training

Career Growth

NCATT Avionics Systems
CompTIA Security+
FAA Inspection Authorization
Cisco Certified Network Associate

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Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.