NEC
I19A
Search RADAR IMA Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Search RADAR IMA Technicians perform intermediate level maintenance on E-2 Search RADAR transmitters and diagnose faults using the AN/APM-376 RADAR Test Bench Set. They test, align, repair, and document radar transmitter assemblies to restore reliable aircraft sensor performance.
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
Common Certifications
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
- CompTIA A+
- IPC J-STD- soldering certification
- Certified Electronics Technician
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- IPC J-STD-001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
- Certified Electronics Technician Associate
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
Career Growth
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician
- Certified Reliability Engineer (ASQ)
- Certified Electronics Technician
Similar Specialties
E33A
E-2C Hawkeye 2000 Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician
Navy
I17A
Aircraft TACAN/Radio Navigation Equipment IMA Technician
Navy
I33A
Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS) Family of Testers (FoT) (RADAR) IMA Technician
Navy
I34A
Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS) Family of Testers (FoT) (EO) IMA Technician
Navy
E13A
E-2C Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
Navy
5401
Aeronautical Engineering - Avionics
Navy
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.