Navy NEC · Engineering

V16C Gun Computer System (GCS) MK 160 MODs 21 and 22/Electro Optical Sensor System (EOSS) MK 20 MOD 1 Fire Control Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Fire Control Technician rating

Overview

The GCS MK 160 MODs 21 and 22 and EOSS MK 20 MOD 1 fire control technician performs planned and corrective maintenance on Gun Weapon System MK 34 MODs 12 and 13. The technician operates consoles and associated equipment aboard applicable AEGIS DDG class ships during tactical, training, and test and evaluation evolutions.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Core Skills

  • aegis fire control systems
  • electro optical sensor operation
  • planned maintenance
  • corrective maintenance
  • system console operation
  • fault troubleshooting
  • combat system watchstanding
  • equipment testing
  • weapons system support

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Circuit evaluation software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Database software
  • Microsoft Access

Civilian Career Paths

  • Radio Frequency Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
  • IPC-A-610 Specialist

Career Growth

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

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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