Description
Aviation RADAR Technicians site, install, operate, test, adjust, align, and repair the Marine Air Command Control Systems (MACCS) Air Defense RADAR Systems, and associated Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) equipment. Typical duties include installation, operation, performance testing, and troubleshooting and repair of RADAR equipment, fiber optic cables, switched local area networks and devices, end-user computers, servers, and system software/firmware for RADAR equipment. 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 Air Defense RADAR Systems.
Core Skills
- RADAR system installation and alignment
- RADAR operations and performance optimization
- RF troubleshooting and repair
- IFF system maintenance
- fiber optic installation and testing
- LAN and switched network configuration support
- server and workstation setup for RADAR systems
- system software and firmware updates
- fault isolation and root cause analysis
- technical documentation and schematics interpretation
- preventive maintenance and inspections
- fielding and site survey support
- safety and RF hazard mitigation
- cross‑functional coordination with air defense and IT teams
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- CompTIA Linux+
- EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
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