Navy NEC · IT & Cyber
V15B SSDS OA Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The SSDS OA maintenance technician performs documented organizational level maintenance on command and control groups, consoles, tactical computer groups, peripheral control stations, and automated status boards. The technician troubleshoots systems, replaces lowest replaceable units, monitors equipment, manipulates networks, and conducts addressing and interface testing.
Core Skills
- ship self defense systems
- tactical computer maintenance
- network troubleshooting
- lru removal and replacement
- program loading
- system security operations
- console and status board support
- interface testing
- combat system monitoring
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
- Linux
Civilian Career Paths
- Network Operations
- Systems Administration
- Cybersecurity
- Telecommunications
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC-7711/7721 Rework, Modification and Repair Specialist
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
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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