Navy NEC · Engineering
T42A Master Sonar Technician (Submarines)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Master Sonar Technician conducts in-depth acoustic analysis, performs advanced sonar operations, and evaluates contacts aboard submarines. This technician also coordinates sonar operations required by Leading Chief Petty Officers.
Core Skills
- advanced acoustic analysis
- sonar system operation
- underwater contact evaluation
- acoustic signal interpretation
- target motion analysis
- sonar watchstanding
- tactical sensor coordination
- technical training and mentoring
- classified information handling
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
- Apache Hive
- Apache Kafka
- Apache Spark
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Electrical Engineering
- Geospatial Intelligence
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
Career Growth
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified GIS Professional (GISP)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies Engineering Technician
What the Work Involves
- Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
- Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
- Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
- Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
- Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.
Related Occupations
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Private Detectives and Investigators
- Information Security Analysts
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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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