Navy NEC · Engineering
V40B Anti-Sub Warfare (ASW) Mission Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Anti-Sub Warfare mission specialist operates equipment in the ASW Systems Suite aboard Littoral Combat Ship class vessels. The specialist performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on the suite's equipment.
Core Skills
- anti submarine warfare systems
- mission system operation
- sensor maintenance
- electronic troubleshooting
- fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- acoustic sensor support
- shipboard systems integration
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- C
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Systems Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- CompTIA Network+
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
Career Growth
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
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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