Marine Corps
AVIATION

MOS

5953

Air Traffic Control RADAR Technician

Description

Air Traffic Control RADAR Technicians survey, site, and install air traffic control precision approach and surveillance radar systems. Make periodic inspections and perform preventive maintenance. Load operational software, tune, adjust, and align systems for proper operation. Use proper safety procedures in system maintenance and operation. Diagnose and isolate malfunction to the fault, remove and replace the fault; and verify that the malfunction has been corrected. Participate in and provide technical assistance during system flight inspections. Maintain diagnostic and operational tapes, tools, support, and test equipment. Assist in maintaining the maintenance technical library. Assist in maintaining accountability of all parts of the system including software, spare parts, and in requisitioning supplies and spare parts. Process and pack system components for storage or shipment. Train subordinates or less qualified personnel. Maintain necessary records of maintenance and compile data for reports. Assist Air Traffic Control Maintenance Personnel in MOS 5951, 5952 and 5954. Must possess a working knowledge of applicable Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs.

Core Skills

  • Radar systems theory and operation
  • Installation and alignment of radar systems
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance on radar equipment
  • Loading and verifying operational software and firmware
  • Signal processing and RF troubleshooting
  • Use of electronic and RF test equipment
  • Fault isolation to component or module level
  • Technical documentation and maintenance records
  • Safety procedures for high-voltage and RF systems
  • Site surveys and system siting considerations
  • Teamwork in high-reliability environments
  • Problem solving under time constraints
  • Basic networking for radar system integration

Common Certifications

  • FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • FAA Repairman Certificate (Avionics)
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Civilian Career Paths

  • ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
  • AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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