Navy NEC · Engineering
W05A AN/SQQ-32 (V) 4 Minehunting Sonar Set (MSS) Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The AN/SQQ-32(V)4 Minehunting Sonar Set maintenance technician detects, diagnoses, and isolates equipment failures using maintenance software, fault logic diagrams, schematics, and wiring and logic diagrams. The technician replaces failed modules and components and prepares maintenance forms, logs, and schedules.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- sonar system diagnostics
- fault isolation
- preventive maintenance software
- schematic interpretation
- wiring and logic diagrams
- electronic module replacement
- technical documentation
- maintenance scheduling
- test equipment operation
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
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- NMEA 2000® Certified Installer
Career Growth
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.
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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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