Navy NEC · Aviation
V81B Improved Fresnel Lens Optical Landing System (IFLOLS) Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Improved Fresnel Lens Optical Landing System Maintenance Technician performs organizational or intermediate maintenance on IFLOLS equipment. The technician uses general purpose, special purpose, and built-in test equipment and conducts stabilization trouble analysis and planned maintenance system procedures.
Core Skills
- optical landing systems
- precision optical alignment
- stabilization system analysis
- built in test diagnostics
- electromechanical maintenance
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- test equipment operation
- aircraft landing aid support
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
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level II
Also Common
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
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
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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