NEC
V18B
SSDS MK-2 Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs basic documented organizational level maintenance on SSDS MK2 component equipment; and tactical networks onboard CVNs, LHDs, and LPDs, including OJ-719(V)3 and 10, OJ-723(V)2, OL-657 (all variants), Color Large Screen Display Units, ASTABs and printer, Battle Force Tactical Trainer (BFTT) and associated fiber optic networks. Performs operation, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance procedures; reviews and interprets Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM), and follows procedures for establishing, troubleshooting, and casualty restoration of QRCC segments and segment interfaces to maintain tactical capabilities.
Core Skills
- tactical network maintenance
- fiber optic network support
- server and display diagnostics
- interactive technical manual use
- fault isolation
- network segment restoration
- computer hardware repair
- built in test operation
- technical configuration
- casualty response
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
- BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Civilian Career Paths
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Career Growth
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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