I am an Avionics Specialist in the United States Air Force with an IFCS shredout. An IFCS Airman like myself operates and maintains instrument and flight control systems on C-5, C-17, C-130, WC-130, C-12/21/27/32/37/38/39/40, KC-10, KC-135 and KC-46 aircraft. Analyzes equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in avionics systems, integrated test systems built-in-test (BIT), multiplexed data bus systems, recording systems, video display systems, flight instruments, mission computer systems, inertial navigation systems (INS), global positioning system, traffic collision avoidance system navigation systems, aircraft indicating systems, and flight formation systems. Removes, installs, checks, and repairs avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU). Diagnoses malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment. Plans, organizes and directs aircraft maintenance activities. Establishes methods and performance standards. Analyzes reports and maintenance plans. Directs operation and modification of standard operating procedures. Establishes priorities.