2A0X1 Avionics Test Station And Components

Overview of 2A0X1 Avionics Test Station and Components AFSC

The 2A0X1 Avionics Test Station and Components specialists are tasked with the operation, inspection, maintenance, programming, and calibration of avionics test equipment, support equipment (SE), and aircraft avionics systems components. These experts ensure the optimal performance of radar, sensors, communications, weapons control, electronic warfare (EW), and flight control systems among others, through precise troubleshooting and repair.

Training and Education:

  • Tech School Duration: 73-90 days at Sheppard AFB.
  • CCAF Degree: Avionics Systems Technology.

Duty Badge:

  • Maintenance Badge.

Demographics:

  • Male: 1017 (91%)
  • Female: 105 (9%)
  • Total: 1122

Requirements to Become a 2A0X1:

  • ASVAB Score: Minimum of 70 in the Electrical section.
  • Physical Strength: Ability to lift 60 lbs.
  • Vision: Normal color vision is required.
  • Security Clearance: Routine access to Secret material necessitates this level of clearance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

2A0X1 specialists perform a variety of critical tasks, including:

  • Analyzing performance and isolating malfunctions in avionics test equipment and aircraft components.
  • Performing operational tests to analyze performance and isolate malfunctions in complex avionics systems.
  • Inspecting, maintaining, programming, and calibrating avionics equipment and components.
  • Managing and complying with directives, policies, and procedures related to avionics test station functions.
  • Planning and organizing avionics equipment assembly, calibration, repair, modification, and maintenance activities.

Specialty Qualifications:

Knowledge:

  • Mandatory knowledge areas include electrical theory, electronic fundamentals, metrology principles, computer logic and programming, radar and EW principles, and more.
  • Understanding of avionics components supported by test stations and principles of operating basic measuring and testing devices.

Education:

  • High school completion is desirable, with courses in physics, algebra, trigonometry, and computer principles recommended.

Training:

  • Completion of the basic avionics test station and components course for initial AFSC award.
  • Advanced training and experience requirements vary by specific duties within the AFSC.

Specialties (Shredouts) for 2A0X1:

  • K: Specializes in aircraft including A-10, B-2, C-17, CV-22, F-16, and AFSOC platforms.
  • M: Focuses on B-1, E-8, and F-15 aircraft systems.
  • P: Concentrates on Avionics Sensor Systems and Electronic Warfare Systems.

2A0X1 specialists play a vital role in maintaining the operational readiness of the Air Force’s advanced avionics and electronic warfare capabilities, ensuring the effective execution of missions across a wide range of aircraft platforms. Their expertise in handling sophisticated test equipment and systems components is crucial for the success of both peacetime and combat operations.

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