NEC
V17A
GCS MK-160 MOD 4 Fire Control Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Fire Control Technician rating
Description
Performs planned and corrective maintenance (piece part repair) on the Gun Computer System MK-160 MOD 4 of the Gun Weapons System MK-34 MOD 0 at the organizational and intermediate levels. The GCS MK-160 MOD 4 includes the Gun Console Computer, Computer Display Console, recorder-reproducer, Signal Data Converter/Gun Mount Processor and other equipment. Performs system test and alignment of the GCS MK-160 MOD 4. Operates the equipment during Conditions I and II.
Core Skills
- gun computer systems
- piece part repair
- fire control electronics
- system test and alignment
- signal data conversion
- display console maintenance
- recorder reproducer maintenance
- intermediate level repair
- high readiness operations
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- ETA International Associate Electronics Technician
- Certified Electronics Technician
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRP)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Engineering Technician
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- ETA International Associate Electronics Technician
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRP)
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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