Navy NEC · Engineering
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
Overview
The GCS MK-160 MOD 4 fire control technician performs planned and corrective maintenance, including piece part repair, on the Gun Weapon System MK-34 MOD 0 at organizational and intermediate levels. The technician tests and aligns the system and operates its consoles, processors, converters, and associated 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
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- C
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Radio Frequency Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Also Common
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician
What the Work Involves
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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