T13A

SSN 774 and SSGN 726 Class Electronic Warfare Support (ES) Equipment Maintenance Technician

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

Description

SSN 774 and SSGN 726 electronic warfare support maintenance technicians perform preventive and organizational maintenance on AN/BLQ-10(V) submarine electronic warfare systems. They inspect equipment, troubleshoot failures, use technical test procedures, and keep electronic warfare equipment operational for submarine missions.

Core Skills

electronic warfare system maintenance
preventive maintenance
fault isolation
electronic test equipment use
system inspection
technical order interpretation
equipment alignment
maintenance documentation
electromagnetic environment awareness

Common Certifications

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
ETA International RF Technician
Certified Electronics Technician
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
IPC-A-610 Specialist

Civilian Career Paths

RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA A+
Certified Electronics Technician
ETA International RF Technician
CompTIA Network+

Career Growth

CompTIA Security+
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
IPC-A-610 Specialist

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