NEC
V41B
AN/SRC-55(V) HYDRA, ENG WIFCOM, WPCS Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates and performs organizational level maintenance with limited supervision on the AN/SRC-55(V) HYDRA Wireless Communications System, Engineering Wirefree Communications (WIFCOM), Wirefree Portable Communications System (WPCS). Maintains system repeaters, system controllers, portable radios, fixed radio stations, multiple battery chargers/conditioners, and Radiating Transmission Line (RTL) antenna. Demonstrates knowledge of organizational procedures, repair and maintenance standards, quality assurance and electrical/ electronic safety procedures. Performs work as systems manager including but not limited to system database management and system programming, radio inventory/issue management, and radio programming.
Core Skills
- wireless communications maintenance
- radio programming
- repeater system maintenance
- portable radio management
- communications database administration
- radio inventory control
- antenna system maintenance
- electronic fault diagnosis
- electrical safety procedures
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- ETA International RF Technician
- ETA International Fiber Optics Installer
- Cisco Certified Support Technician
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- PMP
Civilian Career Paths
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- ETA International RF Technician
- Cisco Certified Support Technician
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- ETA International Fiber Optics Installer
- PMP
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