Navy NEC · Communications
V37B Zumwalt Class Communications Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Zumwalt Class Communications Technician performs and directs organizational level maintenance on associated shipboard communications equipment. The technician maintains WSC-3 UHF DAMA systems, communications security equipment, the AN/URC-107(V)7 Joint Tactical Information Data System, and AN/WSC-9(V) and AN/FSC-138(V) Navy Multi-Band Terminals.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- shipboard communications maintenance
- uhf radio operations
- communications security handling
- tactical data link support
- satellite terminal maintenance
- rf fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- secure network operations
- 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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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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