G62A

P-3/C-37 Flight Communications Operator

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

Description

Performs in flight duties as a flight communications operator. Is knowledgeable of aircraft communications procedures, flight communications equipment and emergency procedures.

Core Skills

airborne radio operation
voice and data communications
communications procedure management
radio frequency awareness
satellite communications operation
communications equipment troubleshooting
message handling and documentation
emergency communications
aircrew coordination

Common Certifications

CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
Certified Electronics Technician
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Junos (JNCIA-Junos)
FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate

Civilian Career Paths

TELECOMMUNICATIONS
SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
NETWORK OPERATIONS

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA Network+
Certified Electronics Technician
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Career Growth

CompTIA Security+
Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Junos (JNCIA-Junos)
Project Management Professional (PMP)

Similar Specialties

0627

Satellite Transmissions System Operator

Marine Corps

2831

Digital Wideband Systems Maintainer

Marine Corps

3D1X3

Radio Frequency Transmission Systems

Air Force

V35B

Aegis Ashore Communications Technician

Navy

V37B

Zumwalt Class Communications Technician

Navy

V77A

AN/WSC-6(V)5 Super High Frequency (SHF) Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Maintenance

Navy

Equivalent Roles in Other Branches

1A3X1

Airborne Mission Systems Specialist

Air Force

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.