V90A

Special Maintenance (AN/GSC-52(V), GSC-39, FSC-78/79 SHF Satellite Terminal) Technician

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

Description

Performs organizational maintenance on DSCS AN/GSC-52 (V) State-of-the-Art Medium Terminal (SAMT) satellite communications equipment, DSCS GSC-39, FSC-78, or FLTSATCOM FSC-79 satellite ground terminal equipment, and USC-28(V) satellite communication set.

Core Skills

satellite ground terminal maintenance
satcom system operation
rf signal testing
antenna system support
terminal alignment
electronic fault isolation
preventive maintenance
corrective maintenance
technical documentation

Common Certifications

CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
Certified Electronics Technician
Fiber Optics Technician Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Global VSAT Forum Installer Certification

Civilian Career Paths

SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA Network+
Certified Electronics Technician
Fiber Optics Technician Certification
Cisco Certified Support Technician Networking

Career Growth

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
CompTIA Security+
Global VSAT Forum Installer Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)

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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches

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Satellite Communications Systems Specialist (SATCOM Sys Sp)

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Air Force

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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.