Description
Sonar Technicians (Surface) (STG) operate surface sonar and other oceanographic systems; search, track, analyze, and interpret acoustic and oceanographic data for surface and subsurface contacts; operate surface ship underwater fire control systems (with associated equipment) for the solution of Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) problems; support Surface Warfare (SUW); conduct ordnance evolutions; and perform organizational and intermediate maintenance on surface sonar and auxiliary equipment.
Core Skills
- sensor systems operation
- signal analysis and interpretation
- acoustic data analysis
- tactical data processing
- real-time decision support
- technical troubleshooting of electronic systems
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- fault isolation using test equipment
- technical documentation and log keeping
- weapons system support procedures
- team communications under stress
- situational awareness and threat recognition
Common Certifications
- ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- State POST Law Enforcement Certification
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certificates
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- First Responder/EMT Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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