Navy NEC · IT & Cyber
V38B Zumwalt Class Data Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Zumwalt Class data technician performs and directs organizational level maintenance on associated Zumwalt Class data equipment. The technician maintains the Information System Maintenance, Naval Modular Automated Communication System II, and Navigation System.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- shipboard data system maintenance
- information system troubleshooting
- naval communications support
- navigation system maintenance
- networked equipment operation
- technical documentation
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- maintenance team direction
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Windows
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Systems Administration
- Network Engineering
- Network Operations
- Telecommunications
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- Cisco Certified Support Technician
Career Growth
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.
- Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.
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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