Navy NEC · Aviation
I44A P-3/C-130/E-2/C-2 Electrical Component IMA Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A P-3, C-130, E-2, and C-2 electrical component IMA technician performs intermediate level maintenance on miscellaneous electrical components. The technician provides this maintenance in support of P-3, C-130, E-2, and C-2 aircraft.
Core Skills
- aircraft electrical maintenance
- avionics component testing
- electrical fault isolation
- circuit analysis
- precision measurement
- component repair
- aircraft power systems
- functional testing
- technical documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- 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
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
- Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
- Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
Related Occupations
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Avionics 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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