NEC
C17A
Technical ELINT (TECHELINT) Analysis Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs measurements on noncommunications signals using analog equipment and determines required noncommunications collection and analysis procedures and priorities.
Core Skills
- analog signal measurement
- noncommunications signal analysis
- signal characterization
- electronic collection planning
- frequency analysis
- equipment calibration
- technical data documentation
- collection priority development
- cryptologic reporting
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Electronics Technician
- Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) CWNA
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Telecommunications Engineering Technician
- Amateur Radio License
Civilian Career Paths
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Electronics Technician
- Amateur Radio License
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Telecommunications Engineering Technician
Career Growth
- Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) CWNA
- Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) CWDP
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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