NEC
W21A
Tactical/Mobile (TacMobile) Operations Control (OPCON) Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates tactical workstations and other computer peripherals associated with the TacMobile network and P-8 family of systems, including communications equipment. Prepares preflight material (via Joint User Mission Planning System (JUMPS) and P-8 Mission Planning software) such as briefs, Defense Message Systems (DMS) messages via Common Message Processor. Conducts flight following via Data Link and voice communications. Maintains the common operational picture (GCCS 4.X and prepares post-flight intelligence dissemination material
Core Skills
- tactical workstation operation
- p 8 mission planning
- flight following
- data link monitoring
- voice communications
- common operational picture management
- intelligence dissemination
- defense message processing
- preflight brief preparation
- communications equipment operation
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Civilian Career Paths
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Cybersecurity Professional
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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