Description
Sonar Technicians Submarine (STS) operate submarine sonar mainframe and auxiliary equipment to include controlling, evaluating and intercepting sonar data from oceanographic equipment; coordinate submarine sonar and underwater fire control interface; employ environmental monitoring equipment; and perform organizational and intermediate maintenance.
Core Skills
- sonar systems operation and monitoring
- signal processing and acoustic analysis
- tactical data interpretation and reporting
- sensor fusion and contact management
- electronic and electromechanical troubleshooting
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- technical documentation and log keeping
- use of classified and tactical data systems
- situational awareness in high-stress environments
- checklist and procedure-based operations
- team communication and coordination
- problem solving and analytical thinking
- basic networking and interface configuration
Common Certifications
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
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