Aircraft Avionics System Technician

Aircraft Avionics System Technician Peculiar Skill and Experience Summary:

Aircraft Avionics System TechnicianPeculiar Skill Requirements: The Aircraft Avionics System Technician shall have the following skill requirements:

Five (5) years within the last nine (9) years practical OMA experience in the KC-130J Communication and navigation (COMM/NAV) systems. Minimum expertise equivalent to the Marine Corps MATMEP level III (CDI) sign off requirements in this specialty. Completed one or more CNATT, or equivalent OMA maintenance course on the KC-130J COMM/NAV systems.

Aircraft Avionics System Technician Experience Summary: The Aircraft Avionics System technician shall be experienced/qualified and knowledgeable in, but are not limited to the following:Experience in troubleshooting malfunctions in the KC-130J COMM/NAV systems of moderate difficulty at the organizational maintenance level.Experience in repairing, replacing, and rebuilding electrical system wiring, connectors, and components using hand tools, power tools, and applicable test equipment.  Experience reading and interpreting manufacturers' maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing damaged wiring, malfunctioning or damaged components.  Experience in performing progressive, isochronal, and other hourly or calendar inspections.Experience in inspecting KC-130J COMM/NAV systems utilizing applicable maintenance requirement cards and maintenance instruction manuals for defects and malfunctions.Experience and capability in performing all necessary organizational level repairs.Experience in applying the technical knowledge of KC-130J COMM/NAV systems in determining equipment malfunctions.Experience in applying expertise in restoring equipment condition and/or operation. Experience in applying comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals.  Experience in replacing or repairing worn, damaged, or defective wiring and related components;Experience in using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment. Experience in disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects; repairing or replacing defective parts in aircraft.Have a thorough knowledge of KC-130J COMM/NAV systems component troubleshooting, repair procedures and part replacements.  Have a thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and micrometers required to perform maintenance in his/her specialty.  Experience in performing preflight, and post-flight maintenance inspections. Experience in performing miscellaneous duties to include servicing aircraft and checking electrical components for proper operation.  Experience in supervising the towing of aircraft. Experience and knowledge in entering accurate description of work performed in maintenance records after verifying that work is satisfactorily performed. Experience in servicing components at line stations while making repairs.Have a thorough working knowledge of technical publications. Have the capability of receiving technical guidance from supervisor or higher-level technician. In addition to the above experiences, this technician must be experienced and knowledgeable to qualify and perform as a CDI upon arrival.