FCA Fire Controlman (AEGIS)

Core Skills

• radar and fire control systems operation
• complex electronics troubleshooting
• RF systems testing and alignment
• digital and analog circuit diagnostics
• computer and network systems maintenance
• system-level integration and fault isolation
• preventive and corrective maintenance
• test equipment operation
• tactical systems employment and optimization
• adherence to cybersecurity and IA procedures

Civilian Career Paths

• Network Operations
• Systems Administration
• Electrical Engineering
• Project Management

Training & Development

What the Work Involves

• Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• 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.
• Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
• Assemble and install communication equipment such as data and telephone communication lines, wiring, switching equipment, wiring frames, power apparatus, computer systems, and networks.

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