Description
Aviation Communication Systems Technicians are qualified to perform/supervise diagnosis, field level repairs, and modifications to communications systems found within selected units of the Marine Air Control Group. Typical duties include installation, operation, performance testing, troubleshooting and repair of voice communications equipment, fiber optic cables, switched local area networks and devices, end-user computers, and system software/firmware for voice communications equipment used within the Marine Air Command and Control Systems (MACCS). Additional duties include supervision of a maintenance section/shop, coordination of equipment evacuation for repair with other maintenance activities, requisitioning of parts, and monitoring maintenance reports. These technicians also provide technical expertise in the planning, employment, and installation of aviation communications systems.
Core Skills
- installation and maintenance of communications systems
- voice communications and VoIP support
- LAN and switched network configuration
- fiber optic and copper cabling installation and testing
- diagnostics and troubleshooting of networked systems
- field-level repair of communications equipment
- end-user device configuration and support
- operating system and firmware updates
- documentation and ticketing
- network performance testing and optimization
- basic cybersecurity and hardening practices
- customer service and user training
- working in tactical and fixed-site environments
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Core
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Civilian Career Paths
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
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