Navy NEC · Engineering
V020 Fire Controlman (FC) Combined "A" School (BL-1)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Fire Controlman rating
Overview
A Fire Controlman trained through the Combined "A" School at the journeyman level performs sustainment and continuation training tasks involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, and radar concepts. This Fire Controlman applies those concepts to comprehend and troubleshoot systems at the apprentice level for ship or shore commands.
Core Skills
- fire control systems
- radar principles
- electronic troubleshooting
- electrical systems maintenance
- mechanical systems maintenance
- component and module diagnostics
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- test equipment operation
- technical readiness support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- C
Civilian Career Paths
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- 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
- CompTIA Network+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.
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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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