Navy NEC · Aviation

V89B AN/URN-32 Navigational Set, Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) System Technician

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

Overview

AN/URN-32 Tactical Air Navigation System Technicians perform organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance on the AN/URN-32 TACAN system. They use test equipment, built-in tests, diagnostic computer programs, and technical manuals to analyze problems and restore the equipment to optimum operating condition.

Core Skills

  • tacan system maintenance
  • radio navigation testing
  • built in test operation
  • electronic fault isolation
  • preventive maintenance
  • corrective maintenance
  • test equipment operation
  • technical manual interpretation
  • equipment performance verification

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Circuit evaluation software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Database software

Civilian Career Paths

  • Air Traffic Control
  • Radio Frequency Engineering
  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Electrical Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

Career Growth

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
  • Aircraft Electronics Technician Certification (AET)
  • Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Also Common

  • FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
  • IPC J-STD-001 Specialist

What the Work Involves

  • Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
  • Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
  • Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
  • Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
  • Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.

Related Occupations

  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
  • Robotics Technicians

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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