NEC
G65A
MQ-4C Multi-Intelligence Mission Payload Operator (MPO)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates RADAR, Electro-Optic, Infrared Sensors and SIGINT/ELINT payload sensors related to MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) and provides recommendations regarding UA position for sensor optimization. Provides communication of time sensitive or perishable tactical information and will directly coordinate priorities with the Tactical Coordinator; these functions are closely related to what sensor operators perform aboard a maritime patrol aircraft.
Core Skills
- radar sensor operation
- electro optical sensor operation
- infrared sensor operation
- signals intelligence collection
- sensor employment optimization
- unmanned aircraft mission support
- tactical information reporting
- communications coordination
- time sensitive data analysis
Common Certifications
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate
- CompTIA Security+
- Geospatial Intelligence Professional Certification
- Esri Technical Certification
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- National Geospatial Intelligence Agency Professional Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- UNMANNED SYSTEMS
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE
- SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate
- CompTIA Security+
- Esri Technical Certification
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Career Growth
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- Geospatial Intelligence Professional Certification
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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