NEC
V26A
Gun Computer System (GCS) MK 160 MOD 9/10 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 on the Gun Computer System MK 160 MODs 9 and 10 of the Gun Weapon System MK 34 MODs 2 and 3, respectively, at the organizational intermediate levels. Performs casualty analysis, fault detection/isolation, modular replacement, repair, test and alignment of individual equipment using Built-In-Test capability. Operates the GCS Gun Console (GC) and associated equipment in support of the ship’s combat-weapon system in a tactical situation and during test and evaluation.
Core Skills
- gun fire control maintenance
- built in test diagnostics
- fault detection and isolation
- modular electronics replacement
- computer system alignment
- weapons console operation
- electronic repair and testing
- technical documentation use
- combat system test support
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- ETA International Associate Electronics Technician (CETa)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- UNMANNED SYSTEMS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- ETA International Associate Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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