Avionics Technician
$78KHigh match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
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27K · ARMY · EnlistedSenior Electronic Maintenance
Senior Electronic Maintenance
Chief.
Army 27K (Senior Electronic Maintenance Chief). 840 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $65K–$85K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.
Training hours840DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 15 semester hours recommended in electronics technology
Tech roles4mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/6direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles
Roles your code maps to.
Industry tech roles your 27K background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.
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/ 02 · Skill Bridge
The gap, named.
What 27K training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.
Already have12
- 01Electronic Troubleshooting and Repair→ Debugging and diagnostics
- 02Maintenance Management and Supervision→ Team leadership and project management
- 03Quality Control Procedures→ Testing and validation
- 04HAWK Missile System maintenance→ Complex system maintenance
- 05Continuous Wave Acquisition Radar (CWAR) maintenance→ Radar systems analysis
- 06High Power Illuminator Radar (HIPIR) maintenance→ High-powered radar systems diagnostics
- 07Platoon Command Post (PCP) maintenance→ Mobile command center maintenance
- 08Video Tracking Group Radar (VTGR) maintenance→ Automated video tracking system maintenance
- 09System Modeling→ Process Analysis
- 10Rapid Prioritization→ Resource Allocation
- 11Degraded-Mode Operations→ Problem-Solving
- 12Procedural Compliance→ Quality Standards
To learn08
The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.
+Kubernetes basics+Cloud computing fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP)+Network security principles+Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools+Infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)+CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)+Network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)+Routing and switching fundamentals
How VWC fits
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Where your code lands.
Radar Technician
$85KHigh match
Very high demand
Electronics Engineering Technician
$72KGood match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
- — Associate's degree in electronics technology
- — CAD software proficiency
Quality Assurance Specialist
$68KGood match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
- — Six Sigma certification
- — ISO 9000 auditing
Technical Trainer (Electronics)
$65KModerate match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
- — Curriculum development experience
- — Instructional design certification
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths
What the code built.
Cognitive skills your 27K training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.
System Modeling
As a 27K, you understand the intricate relationships between components within complex radar and fire control systems. You can visualize how changes in one part affect the entire system's performance, allowing you to predict potential issues and optimize maintenance strategies.
Transfers to
Your ability to understand complex systems translates into the capacity to analyze and improve processes, identify bottlenecks, and design efficient workflows in various industries.
Rapid Prioritization
You constantly assessed the operational status of multiple HAWK fire control systems, determining which needed immediate attention to maintain mission readiness. You quickly triaged maintenance tasks based on urgency and impact.
Transfers to
This skill allows you to effectively manage competing demands, allocate resources strategically, and make critical decisions under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Degraded-Mode Operations
You were trained to maintain system functionality even when components failed. You devised workarounds, troubleshot malfunctions, and implemented temporary fixes to ensure continued operation under less-than-ideal circumstances.
Transfers to
Your experience with degraded-mode operations means you are adept at problem-solving, finding creative solutions when resources are limited, and maintaining productivity during disruptions.
Procedural Compliance
You were responsible for adhering to strict maintenance procedures, technical manuals, and safety protocols when working on HAWK fire control systems. You understood the importance of following established guidelines to ensure accuracy and prevent accidents.
Transfers to
Your commitment to procedural compliance translates into meticulous attention to detail, adherence to quality standards, and a dedication to maintaining consistency in your work.
/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches
Roles the recruiter won't suggest.
Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.
Wind Turbine Technician
SOC 49-9099.01You've been maintaining complex electronic systems, troubleshooting malfunctions, and ensuring optimal performance under pressure. Wind turbines, with their intricate control systems and demanding environments, need your expertise. Your experience with radar systems translates well to understanding the sensor technology used in wind turbine operation.
Adjacent · MatchRobotics Technician
SOC 49-9069.00You've got a strong foundation in electronics maintenance and system troubleshooting. Robotics technicians apply similar skills in a growing field. Your attention to detail, combined with the ability to interpret technical manuals, makes you a great fit for assembling, testing, and repairing robotic systems.
Adjacent · MatchBuilding Automation Systems Technician
SOC 49-9021.00You're experienced in maintaining complex electronic systems and troubleshooting malfunctions. Building automation systems technicians work with sophisticated controls for HVAC, lighting, and security systems, optimizing building performance. You are well-suited to learn this technology.
Adjacent · Match/ 06 · Training & Certs
What you trained on.
Academy
HAWK Fire Control System Repairer Course
Fort Sill, OK840hHours
21wkWeeks
ACECredit
Up to 15 semester hours recommended in electronics technology
Topics · 8
- HAWK missile system maintenance
- Continuous Wave Acquisition Radar (CWAR) maintenance
- High Power Illuminator Radar (HIPIR) maintenance
- Platoon Command Post (PCP) maintenance
- Video Tracking Group Radar (VTGR) maintenance
- Electronic troubleshooting and repair
- Maintenance management and supervision
- Quality control procedures
Partial coverage · 2
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)70%
Focus on consumer electronics, general troubleshooting, and industry best practices outside of military-specific equipment. Review modern electronic components and repair techniques.
- CompTIA Network+40%
While experienced with network-enabled radar systems, the exam covers broader networking concepts, protocols, security, and troubleshooting in a general IT environment.
Recommended next · 04
- Project Management Professional (PMP)Adjacent
- Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)Adjacent
- Lean Six Sigma Green BeltAdjacent
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Adjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation
What you ran, in their words.
Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.
| Military System | Civilian Equivalent | Domain |
|---|---|---|
| HAWK Missile System | Surface-to-air missile defense systems | Weapons |
| Continuous Wave Acquisition Radar (CWAR) | Doppler radar systems | Signals |
| High Power Illuminator Radar (HIPIR) | High-powered radar for target illumination | Signals |
| Platoon Command Post (PCP) | Mobile command and control centers | Networking |
| Video Tracking Group Radar (VTGR) | Automated video tracking systems | Signals |
| Support Maintenance Test Equipment (SMTE) | Automated test equipment (ATE) for electronics | Operations |
| Mobile Team Shop (MTS) | Mobile repair workshops / field service vehicles | Operations |
| AVENGER Air Defense System | Short range air defense systems | Operations |
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