Navy NEC · Aviation
I19A Search RADAR IMA Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Search RADAR IMA Technician performs intermediate level maintenance on the E-2 search radar transmitter. The technician uses the AN/APM-376 RADAR Test Bench Set to complete this work.
Core Skills
- radar transmitter maintenance
- intermediate level electronics repair
- radar test bench operation
- electronic fault isolation
- rf test measurement
- circuit alignment and adjustment
- technical manual interpretation
- preventive maintenance
- maintenance documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Commercial Aviation
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- IPC J-STD-001 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
Career Growth
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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