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729A Fleet Electronics Calibration (FECL) Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

A Fleet Electronics Calibration Technician performs intermediate-level maintenance, repair, calibration, and documentation of surface ship general-purpose electronic test equipment. The technician works in Fleet Electronic Calibration Laboratories, selected Field Calibration Activities, Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activities, and other designated fleet shore activities.

Core Skills

  • electronic test equipment calibration
  • precision measurement
  • fault isolation
  • preventive maintenance
  • equipment repair
  • metrology documentation
  • technical manual interpretation
  • quality assurance
  • calibration record management

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Circuit evaluation software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Database software

Civilian Career Paths

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • IPC-A-610 Specialist
  • National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician

Career Growth

  • Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
  • Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
  • IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
  • Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

What the Work Involves

  • Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
  • Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
  • Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
  • Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
  • Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.

Related Occupations

  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
  • Robotics Technicians

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.

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