NEC
V14B
AN/TPX-42A(V) Shipboard DAIR Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs organizational and/or intermediate maintenance on the AN/TPX-42(V) Shipboard Direct Altitude and Identity Readout (DAIR) Systems. Uses general and special purpose test equipment, built-in test equipment, and diagnostic computer programs to perform PMS checks, alignment, and trouble analysis on the entire Shipboard DAIR system.
Core Skills
- shipboard aircraft identification
- altitude readout systems
- radar data display maintenance
- system alignment and calibration
- built in test diagnostics
- special purpose test equipment
- preventive maintenance execution
- electronic fault isolation
- technical troubleshooting documentation
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- ETA International Certified Electronics Technician
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
- Certified Control Systems Technician
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)
Civilian Career Paths
- AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- ETA International Associate Certified Electronics Technician
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician
- Cisco Certified Network Associate
- INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
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