AE Aviation Electrician's Mate

The Navy Aviation Electrician’s Mate (AE) is responsible for maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical and electronic systems and instruments on aircraft. They work with some of the most advanced electronics equipment in the world.

AEs are skilled at resolving power generation, conversion, and distribution issues. They maintain electrical and instrument systems, including: Power generation, conversion, and distribution systems Aircraft batteries Interior and exterior lighting Electrical control of aircraft systems, including hydraulic, landing gear, flight control, utility, and power plant engine

AEs use the latest test equipment and procedures to maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair complex electrical and electronic systems and instruments.

The AE rank displays a winged two-propeller in the center of the badge just above the three downward arrows.