Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry

V02A Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) Phalanx Block 1B Baseline 2 Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

A Close-In Weapon System Phalanx Block 1B Baseline 2 Technician operates, tests, aligns, and repairs assigned equipment, the overall system, and associated interfaces. This technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance, casualty analysis, fault isolation, target search and engagement functions, and operation of control stations, computers, and loading equipment that support the ship's weapon system.

Core Skills

  • close in weapon systems
  • signal processor maintenance
  • electronic fault isolation
  • radar target tracking
  • electro mechanical repair
  • system alignment and testing
  • casualty analysis
  • fire control operation
  • weapons system readiness
  • technical publication use

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

  • 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.

Defense contractor jobs for V02A

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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