NEC
V77A
AN/WSC-6(V)5 Super High Frequency (SHF) Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Maintenance
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Provide Electronics Technician with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform system operations, including operational tests on the AN/WSC-6(V)5 SHF SATCOM terminal and related baseband equipment. Uses general purpose test equipment, built-in test equipment, and diagnostic computer programs to perform PMS checks, alignment, and trouble analysis to restore equipment to optimum operating condition.
Core Skills
- shf satcom terminal operations
- satellite communications maintenance
- baseband equipment support
- preventive maintenance checks
- terminal alignment
- built in test analysis
- electronic fault isolation
- rf test equipment use
- diagnostic software operation
- communications readiness reporting
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Electronics Technician
- Global VSAT Forum Accredited Installer
- iNARTE Telecommunications Engineer
Civilian Career Paths
- SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Electronics Technician
- Cisco Networking Academy Introduction to Networks
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- CompTIA Security+
- Global VSAT Forum Accredited Installer
- iNARTE Telecommunications Engineer
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