Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
757H Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator operates, employs, and maintains C-sUAS for installation force protection and base defense. The operator detects, identifies, tracks, and engages negligent, noncompliant, and hostile small unmanned aircraft systems and reports incidents and engagements involving them.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- counter uas system operation
- radio frequency detection
- electro optical tracking
- target identification
- airspace monitoring
- electronic warfare systems
- incident reporting
- preventive maintenance
- installation force protection
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- C
Civilian Career Paths
- Unmanned Systems
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Physical Security
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
Career Growth
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Also Common
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
What the Work Involves
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
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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