Navy NEC · Engineering
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
Overview
The Gun Computer System MK 160 MOD 9 and 10 Fire Control Technician performs planned and corrective maintenance on gun computer systems at organizational and intermediate levels. The technician analyzes casualties, isolates faults, replaces and repairs modules, tests and aligns equipment, and operates the gun console during tactical situations, testing, 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
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
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)
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
- Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
- Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.
- 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.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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