Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
W15A AN/SYS-2 (V) 4, 5, 7 Integrated Automatic Detection and Tracking (IADT) Systems Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Integrated Automatic Detection and Tracking Systems Operator operates the Radar Control Operator and Detector/Tracker Monitor consoles of the AN/SYS-2(V) IADT system. The operator monitors and controls sensor and system interfaces, performs sensor alignments, evaluates ECM and clutter, assists with sensor mode selection, and monitors IADT system performance.
Core Skills
- radar console operation
- sensor alignment
- automatic target tracking
- electronic countermeasure evaluation
- radar clutter analysis
- sensor fusion
- combat systems interface monitoring
- fire control data management
- technical performance monitoring
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Air Traffic Control
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Intelligence Analysis
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- CompTIA CySA+
Also Common
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
What the Work Involves
- Inform pilots about nearby planes or potentially hazardous conditions, such as weather, speed and direction of wind, or visibility problems.
- Issue landing and take-off authorizations or instructions.
- Provide flight path changes or directions to emergency landing fields for pilots traveling in bad weather or in emergency situations.
- Transfer control of departing flights to traffic control centers and accept control of arriving flights.
- Alert airport emergency services in cases of emergency or when aircraft are experiencing difficulties.
Related Occupations
- Airfield Operations Specialists
- Commercial Pilots
- Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
- Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Similar Specialties
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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