NEC
V47B
Journeyman Surface Ship USW Supervisor
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Supervises the activities of sonar operators in the start-up, operation, shut-down, and organizational level maintenance on the AN/SQQ-89(V) USW Combat System and associated equipment. Responsible for on-board sonar system maintenance/operator/watch team training. Evaluate the sonar environment performance threat characteristics, expected operations, and make recommendations for best utilization, as well as other supervisor roles. Perform as an ASWCSO. Evaluate and respond to torpedo threat data. Provide ASW system tactical employment recommendations.
Core Skills
- surface ship undersea warfare
- sonar watchteam supervision
- sonar system maintenance
- acoustic environment evaluation
- torpedo threat response
- anti submarine tactics
- contact classification
- sonar training management
- tactical system employment
Common Certifications
- PMP
- CompTIA Security+
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- GMDSS Maintainer Certificate
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- Six Sigma Green Belt
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- GMDSS Maintainer Certificate
- FEMA ICS 100 and 200
Career Growth
- PMP
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
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