NEC
V40A
AN/SPQ-9B Radar Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance at the organizational level on the AN/SPQ-9B ASMD radar using ordnance publications, circuit diagrams and other appropriate documentation. Performs casualty analysis and fault isolation, and operates, tests aligns and repairs individual equipment, sub-systems and interfaces. Operates the consoles and associated equipment as applicable in a tactical situation and during test and evaluation.
Core Skills
- naval radar maintenance
- radar alignment and testing
- electronic fault isolation
- circuit diagram interpretation
- casualty analysis
- radar console operation
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- technical publication use
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician
- ETA International Radar Electronics Technician
- ETA International RF Technician
- IPC-A-610 Specialist Certification
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist Certification
- PMP
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician
- ETA International RF Technician
- IPC-A-610 Specialist Certification
Career Growth
- ETA International Radar Electronics Technician
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist Certification
- PMP
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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