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NEC

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.

Description

Performs organizational level preventative and corrective maintenance on the AN/URN-32 TACAN System. Uses general and special purpose test equipment, built-in test equipment, diagnostic computer programs, and Technical Manuals for trouble analysis to restore equipment to optimum operating conditions.

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

Common Certifications

  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
  • CompTIA A+
  • Certified Electronics Technician
  • Fiber Optics Technician Certification
  • IPC J-STD-001 Specialist

Civilian Career Paths

  • AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
  • RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
  • AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
  • ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • Certified Electronics Technician
  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Career Growth

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
  • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician with specialty rating
  • Certified Electronics Technician Senior
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.