Navy NEC · Engineering
T52A Large Vertical Array (LVA) Operator/Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Large Vertical Array Operator/Technician operates specialized LVA equipment. This technician also performs maintenance on that equipment.
Core Skills
- large vertical array operation
- underwater sensor maintenance
- acoustic signal monitoring
- electronic fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- sensor system testing
- technical manual use
- maintenance documentation
- submarine watchstanding
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Radio Frequency Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- CompTIA Network+
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
What the Work Involves
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
- Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
- Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
Related Occupations
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Avionics Technicians
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Similar Specialties
C26A
AN/SSQ-137 Ship’s Signal Exploitation Equipment- SSEE Maintenance Technician
Navy
C27A
Submarine Carry-on Equipment Technician
Navy
C28A
Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment Increment Foxtrot (SSEE INC F) Maintenance Technician
Navy
C20A
Ship’s Signal Exploitation Equipment Increment Echo (SSEE INC E) Operator
Navy
C21A
Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment Increment Foxtrot (SSEE INC F) Operator
Navy
C36A
AN/SLQ-32(V)6/7 Electronic Warfare Systems Operator
Navy
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
Report an error on this page