NEC
G19A
E-6B Airborne Communications Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs duties as an E-6B Airborne Communications Technician. Performs scheduled and unscheduled upkeep on mission and avionics systems while in the airborne environment and while independently deployed. Also performs duties as a Communications Systems Operator; additionally, operates, maintains, and manages aircraft computer networking systems while airborne and/or independently deployed. Is knowledgeable in voice and data communications, messaging format, CMS materials, aircraft maintenance procedures, emergency procedures, and E-6B mission/avionics systems.
Core Skills
- airborne communications systems
- voice and data networking
- radio system operation
- message format management
- aircraft network administration
- avionics maintenance
- communications troubleshooting
- classified material handling
- mission systems management
- emergency procedure execution
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant License
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
Civilian Career Paths
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant License
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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