Navy NEC · Communications

V35B Aegis Ashore Communications Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

An Aegis Ashore Communications Technician performs and directs organizational level maintenance on associated communications equipment. The technician maintains WSC-3 UHF DAMA equipment, EHF and SHF equipment within the AN/WSC-9(V) Navy Multi-Band Terminal, and the AN/URC-107(V)7 Joint Tactical Information Data System.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Core Skills

  • secure communications maintenance
  • uhf radio operations
  • ehf and shf systems
  • satellite terminal maintenance
  • tactical data link support
  • communications security handling
  • electronic fault isolation
  • preventive maintenance
  • maintenance team supervision

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Circuit evaluation software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Database software

Civilian Career Paths

  • Telecommunications
  • Satellite Communications
  • Radio Frequency Engineering
  • Network Operations

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA Network+
  • FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
  • Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)

Career Growth

  • Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • GVF Certified VSAT Installer

What the Work Involves

  • 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.
  • Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
  • Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
  • Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.

Related Occupations

  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
  • Robotics Technicians

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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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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