-
Summary
About
The Navy's Advanced Electronics / Computer Field (AECF) offers extensive training in electronics, computer systems, radar, communications, and weapons fire control systems, including the Navy's advanced missile systems and Aegis radar. These technicians are essential to the ship's Combat Systems department, ensuring readiness for combat operations across the fleet.
Responsibilities
As an Electronics Technician (ET) or Fire Controlman (FC), you may:
- Maintain and repair radar, communication, and navigation equipment.
- Operate, maintain, and repair fire control radars, mainframe computers, large screen displays, LANs, weapon control consoles, and automatic gun systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical systems used in weapons systems.
- Support combat systems readiness aboard aircraft carriers, Aegis cruisers, and other surface ships.
Work Environment
ETs and FCs serve on fleet units worldwide and at shore-based repair facilities. Expect assignments aboard ships, at remote stations, and in technical repair shops. Work is highly technical, requiring precision and teamwork.
Training & Advancement
- Apprentice Technical Training - Great Lakes, IL (11 weeks)
- FC Strand - Great Lakes, IL (16 weeks)
- ET Strand - Great Lakes, IL (22 weeks) Training covers electronics theory, radar systems, communications suites, missile and gun system ballistics, troubleshooting, and fiber optics. After "A" School, technicians may attend advanced "C" Schools. College credits are often available for Navy training.
Education Opportunities
- Navy College Program & Tuition Assistance
- Post-9/11 GI Bill
- College credits via the American Council on Education
- Industry-recognized certifications through Navy COOL
- Department of Labor apprenticeships via USMAP
Qualifications & Requirements
- U.S. citizen, eligible for security clearance
- Normal hearing and color perception
- Strong aptitude in math, computing, and electronics
- Ability to work as part of a team and perform detailed technical work
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Enlistment and re-enlistment bonuses
- Free health insurance & housing
- Retirement plan
- Paid training
-
Job Description
About
The Navy's Advanced Electronics / Computer Field (AECF) offers extensive training in electronics, computer systems, radar, communications, and weapons fire control systems, including the Navy's advanced missile systems and Aegis radar. These technicians are essential to the ship's Combat Systems department, ensuring readiness for combat operations across the fleet.
Responsibilities
As an Electronics Technician (ET) or Fire Controlman (FC), you may:
- Maintain and repair radar, communication, and navigation equipment.
- Operate, maintain, and repair fire control radars, mainframe computers, large screen displays, LANs, weapon control consoles, and automatic gun systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical systems used in weapons systems.
- Support combat systems readiness aboard aircraft carriers, Aegis cruisers, and other surface ships.
Work Environment
ETs and FCs serve on fleet units worldwide and at shore-based repair facilities. Expect assignments aboard ships, at remote stations, and in technical repair shops. Work is highly technical, requiring precision and teamwork.
Training & Advancement
- Apprentice Technical Training - Great Lakes, IL (11 weeks)
- FC Strand - Great Lakes, IL (16 weeks)
- ET Strand - Great Lakes, IL (22 weeks) Training covers electronics theory, radar systems, communications suites, missile and gun system ballistics, troubleshooting, and fiber optics. After "A" School, technicians may attend advanced "C" Schools. College credits are often available for Navy training.
Education Opportunities
- Navy College Program & Tuition Assistance
- Post-9/11 GI Bill
- College credits via the American Council on Education
- Industry-recognized certifications through Navy COOL
- Department of Labor apprenticeships via USMAP
Qualifications & Requirements
- U.S. citizen, eligible for security clearance
- Normal hearing and color perception
- Strong aptitude in math, computing, and electronics
- Ability to work as part of a team and perform detailed technical work
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Enlistment and re-enlistment bonuses
- Free health insurance & housing
- Retirement plan
- Paid training
-
ABOUT THE COMPANY
-
-
Government Jobs
Show moreWIN Professional Services was founded by public sector professionals in 1996. Helping find qualified candidates to fill vacancies for public sector agencies, special districts, educational institutions, non-profit organizations and other agencies is our mission.
It is our goal to provide effective, user-friendly ways of sharing employment information to worldwide job seekers and all government and employers interested in public sector talent.
-