T19A

Navigation Equipment Operator

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Equipment Operator rating

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Description

Performs start-up, initialization, shutdown, emergency procedures, equipment checkouts, alignment procedures, operates and conducts basic preventive maintenance on submarine electronic navigation equipment, interior communications announcing circuits, atmosphere monitoring equipment and ship control electronic systems under the supervision of senior personnel. Performs cataloging, inventorying, and preparation of navigation charts. Prepares for and conducts basic submarine navigation and piloting evolutions.

Core Skills

navigation equipment operation
system initialization and alignment
emergency operating procedures
equipment checkout
basic preventive maintenance
chart preparation
navigation data management
atmosphere monitoring
ship control system operation

Common Certifications

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
NMEA 2000 Certification
General Radiotelephone Operator License
Certified Electronics Technician
FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)

Civilian Career Paths

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA A+
NMEA 2000 Certification
General Radiotelephone Operator License
FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800

Career Growth

Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
CompTIA Network+
Certified Electronics Technician

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