Navy NEC · Engineering

V48B AN/SQQ-89 (V) Adjunct Subsystem Level II Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

An AN/SQQ-89(V) Adjunct Subsystem Level II Technician starts, operates, and shuts down adjunct subsystem components, including recorders, processing systems, tactical decision support equipment, and local area networks. The technician recognizes abnormal indications, identifies basic and complex malfunctions, performs corrective maintenance, and completes scheduled maintenance.

Core Skills

  • sonar adjunct system operation
  • system light off and shutdown
  • signal and display networks
  • fault isolation
  • corrective maintenance
  • preventive maintenance
  • tactical data recording
  • torpedo alertment systems
  • technical publication use

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign

Civilian Career Paths

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Network Engineering
  • Systems Administration
  • Radio Frequency Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
  • IPC-A-610 Specialist

Career Growth

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)

What the Work Involves

  • Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
  • Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
  • Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
  • Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
  • Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.

Related Occupations

  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Avionics Technicians
  • Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

Defense contractor jobs for V48B

Equivalent Roles in Other Branches

Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.

Report an error on this page