Navy NEC · Communications
T32A Submarine Communications Leading Chief Petty Officer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Submarine Communications Leading Chief Petty Officer provides tactical guidance for operational requirements and keeps communications leaders familiar with fleet equipment modernization. This leader helps personnel develop leadership and maintenance abilities and leads a Communications Division on an SSN, SSGN, or SSBN class submarine.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
Core Skills
- submarine communications leadership
- tactical radio operations
- communications system maintenance
- equipment modernization management
- technical training programs
- operational readiness assessment
- communications security compliance
- division personnel management
- maintenance planning
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
Civilian Career Paths
- Telecommunications
- Network Operations
- IT Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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