Avionics Technicians - 49-2091.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.

DOT Titles Included in this O*NET-SOC Code

  • Aircraft Mechanic, Electrical and Radio
  • Electrician, Aircraft
  • In-Flight Refueling System Repairer

Sample of Occupations in this SOC Family

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Tasks

  • Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools and/or soldering irons.
  • Assemble components such as switches, electrical controls, and junction boxes, using hand tools and soldering irons.
  • Assemble prototypes or models of circuits, instruments, and systems so that they can be used for testing.
  • Connect components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters, and in-flight refueling systems, using hand tools and soldering irons.
  • Coordinate work with that of engineers, technicians, and other aircraft maintenance personnel.
  • Fabricate parts and test aids as required.
  • Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, and/or soldering irons.
  • Interpret flight test data in order to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems.
  • Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
  • Lay out installation of aircraft assemblies and systems, following documentation such as blueprints, manuals, and wiring diagrams.
  • Operate computer-aided drafting and design applications to design avionics system modifications.
  • Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
  • Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters.

Detailed Work Activities

  • analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical or electronic equipment
  • analyze test data
  • calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
  • conduct performance testing
  • conduct sequential tests to locate electronic malfunction
  • construct or fabricate electrical parts or fixtures
  • distinguish colors
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • install electrical fixtures or components
  • install electronic equipment, components, or systems
  • install electronic power, communication, control, or security equipment or systems
  • install or replace meters, regulators, or related measuring or control devices
  • install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
  • lay out machining, welding or precision assembly projects
  • operate industrial or nondestructive testing equipment
  • operate metal or plastic fabricating equipment/machinery
  • perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
  • read blueprints
  • read schematics
  • read tape measure
  • read technical drawings
  • repair electronic components, equipment, or systems
  • repair or adjust measuring or control devices
  • repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment
  • replace electronic components
  • set up electronic system test equipment
  • solder electrical or electronic connections or components
  • test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures
  • test electronic or electrical circuit connections
  • understand detailed electronic design specifications
  • understand service or repair manuals
  • understand technical information for electronic repair work
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use aviation electronics
  • use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
  • use hand or power tools
  • use knowledge of metric system
  • use oscilloscopes in electronics repair
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment
  • use precision tools in electronics repair
  • use soldering equipment
  • use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter