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U43A LAMPS MK III RAST/HRS Electrical Maintenanceman

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

Overview

A LAMPS MK III RAST/HRS Electrical Maintenanceman performs maintenance on RAST system components. This maintenanceman repairs failed electrical and electronic components by removing and replacing them at the lowest replaceable unit level.

Core Skills

  • electrical systems maintenance
  • electronic fault isolation
  • line replaceable unit replacement
  • preventive maintenance
  • corrective maintenance
  • technical manual use
  • test equipment operation
  • shipboard aviation support
  • 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
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Radio Frequency Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
  • IPC J-STD-001 Specialist

Career Growth

  • FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
  • Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)

Also Common

  • NCCER Industrial Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

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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