Navy NEC · Aviation
I39A P-3C Automatic Flight Control Systems (AFCS) IMA Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A P-3C automatic flight control systems IMA technician performs intermediate level maintenance on automatic flight control systems. The technician's work focuses specifically on systems installed in P-3C aircraft.
Core Skills
- automatic flight control maintenance
- aircraft control systems
- avionics fault isolation
- servo system diagnostics
- electrical measurement
- system adjustment
- maintenance manual use
- functional testing
- technical documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Electrical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
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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