Navy NEC · Aviation
G10A Advanced Airborne Sensor, Sensor Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An advanced airborne sensor operator manages system health and resources, troubleshoots systems, supports exploitation, and assists mission planning for anti-submarine warfare, surface warfare, ISR&T, and coordinated operations. The operator applies knowledge of mission sensors, tactical employment, and advanced warfare concepts to develop preplanned responses.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- airborne sensor management
- mission system health monitoring
- sensor troubleshooting
- multi sensor data fusion
- antisubmarine warfare support
- surface warfare support
- isr mission planning
- sensor data exploitation
- tactical response development
- aircrew communications
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Electrical Engineering
- Systems Administration
- Commercial Aviation
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
Career Growth
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
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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