Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
V27A NATO Sea Sparrow Surface Missile System MK-57 MOD 2, 3 Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The NATO Sea Sparrow Surface Missile System MK 57 MOD 2 and 3 Technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance on the MK 91 MOD 2 GMFCS and MK 29 MOD 1 GMLS. The technician analyzes casualties, isolates faults, tests and repairs equipment, and operates computers, directors, television systems, radar and firing consoles, and launch equipment during tactical situations and evaluations.
Core Skills
- surface missile system maintenance
- fire control system operation
- guided launcher maintenance
- radar console operation
- fault isolation and repair
- circuit diagram interpretation
- system alignment and testing
- ordnance safety procedures
- tactical weapons system support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Linux
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
What the Work Involves
- Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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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