Navy NEC · IT & Cyber
W21A Tactical/Mobile (TacMobile) Operations Control (OPCON) Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Tactical/Mobile Operations Control Operator operates tactical workstations, communications equipment, and other computer peripherals associated with the TacMobile network and P-8 family of systems. The operator prepares mission planning materials and messages, follows flights through data links and voice communications, maintains the common operational picture, and prepares post-flight intelligence dissemination material.
Minimum clearance: Secret
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
Civilian Software & Tools
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word
- Adobe Acrobat
Civilian Career Paths
- Aviation Management
- Network Operations
- Telecommunications
- Intelligence Analysis
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.
- Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
- Maintain or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.
- Implement electronic document processing, retrieval, and distribution systems in collaboration with other information technology specialists.
- Identify and classify documents or other electronic content according to characteristics such as security level, function, and metadata.
Related Occupations
- Database Administrators
- Management Analysts
- Web and Digital Interface Designers
- Web Developers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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