Navy NEC · Engineering
V01A ACB-12 Gun Computer System (GCS) MK 160 MODs 14-16/Electro-Optical Sensor System (EOSS) MK 20 MOD 0 Fire Control (FC) Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Gun Computer System and Electro-Optical Sensor System Fire Control Technician operates and maintains the GCS MK 160 MODs 14 through 16 and EOSS MK 20 MOD 0 aboard applicable Arleigh Burke and Ticonderoga class ships. This technician isolates faults, tests, aligns, repairs, and replaces equipment at the individual equipment and Gun Weapon System MK 34 levels in port and underway.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- fire control system maintenance
- electro optical sensor operation
- gun computer system support
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- fault isolation
- system alignment
- equipment testing
- technical documentation
- weapons system readiness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- C
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- CompTIA A+
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level II
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Also Common
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level I
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
What the Work Involves
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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.
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