Navy NEC · Aviation
V13B AN/SPN-46(V) Radar Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The AN/SPN-46(V) Radar Technician performs operational checks, preventive maintenance, fault isolation, component replacement, and system alignments. The technician isolates faults using built-in test equipment, general and special purpose electronic test equipment, and Maintenance Assistance Modules.
Core Skills
- shipboard approach radar
- radar operational testing
- preventive maintenance procedures
- system alignment and calibration
- plug in assembly replacement
- chassis level repair
- built in test diagnostics
- specialized test equipment use
- radar fault isolation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
Civilian Career Paths
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Air Traffic Control
- Aircraft Maintenance
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
Also Common
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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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