General Info:
Aviation electronics technicians (ATs) repair some of the most advanced electronics systems in the world. Repair jobs can range from flight deck trouble-shooting of the electronic weapons system on an F-14 Tomcat aircraft to changing computer circuit cards in an air-conditioned shop. ATs also have the opportunity to fly in what they fix and get paid extra while they're doing it. Naval aircrew volunteers can fly in various types of naval aircraft from helicopters to jets (see Aircrew Program for details).
What They Do:
Aviation electronics technicians troubleshoot and repair a number of complex electronics systems. Employing all the latest test equipment and procedures, ATs put that training to use repairing systems such as: communications navigation infrared detection radar laser electronics fiber optics digital computers or installing field changes, alterations and modifications to avionics systems.
Detailed List of Required Duties
AR+MK+EI+GS=222 or VE+AR+MK+MC=222
Other Requirements:
Must have normal color perception. Security Clearance, (SECRET) Requirement. Must be U.S. citizen
Technical Training Information:
Enlistees are taught the fundamentals of this rating through on-the-job training or formal Navy schooling. Additional training for specific aircraft or equipment is generally received before reporting to operational activities. Advanced technical and specific operational training is available in this rating during later stages of career development.
Pensacola, FL --51 calendar days
Pensacola, FL -- 103 calendar days (some)
Pensacola, FL -- 46 calendar days (some)
Aviation basic theory and basic technical knowledge and skills of electricity and electronics Group instruction School assignments vary with individuals. When training is completed, aviation electronics technicians may be assigned to naval air stations, squadrons, aircraft carriers or other aviation facilities in the United States or overseas. During a 20-year period in the Navy. ATs spend about 60 percent of their time assigned to fleet units and 40 percent to shore stations.
Working Environment:
ATs perform duties at sea and ashore all over the world. They may work indoors, outdoors, in a shop environment, in an aircraft squadron or on an aircraft carrier. They work closely with others, require little supervision, and do mental and physical work of a technical nature.
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