796A

AN/SSN-2(V)5 Precise Integrated Navigation System (PINS) O & M Technician

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

Description

Operates the AN/SSN-2(V)5 PINS during mine hunting/sweeping operations. Performs as a team member in the Mine Countermeasure (MCM) ship Combat Information Center (CIC) by providing precise navigation information and command and control functions such as ship's position, speed and direction, and location of mine-like objects using all available navigation and environmental sensors including sonar, surface radar, and ship's control displays. Maintains operator logs and ensures proper documentation of mission records. Performs organizational level maintenance on the AN/SSN-2(V)5 PINS equipment to include components and parts replacement. Completes all planned maintenance requirements to restore the system to an operational status.

Core Skills

precise integrated navigation operation
mine countermeasure mission support
sonar and radar data integration
ship position and motion tracking
mine like object reporting
combat information center watchstanding
navigation sensor management
organizational level repair
planned maintenance execution
mission record documentation

Common Certifications

Federal Communications Commission General Radiotelephone Operator License
Federal Aviation Administration Remote Pilot Certificate
CompTIA A+
IPC Certified Electronics Technician
ETA International Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)

Civilian Career Paths

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA A+
IPC Certified Electronics Technician
ETA International Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
Marine navigation systems fundamentals course

Career Growth

Federal Communications Commission General Radiotelephone Operator License
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III
Project Management Professional (PMP)

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