Submarine Electronics
Company: Navy
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
ABOUT The most secretive of Navy vessels, a submarine requires a
select community of specially trained professionals to operate its
classified, highly advanced hardware. The Sailors in the Submarine
Electronics Computer Field (SECF) work with a submarine's sonar,
weapons, communications and navigation systems. The training is
rigorous and the career opportunities are equally impressive.
RESPONSIBILITIES Within Submarine Electronics, there are four
distinct focus areas that have their own training paths and job
descriptions.
Fire Control Technician (FT) FTs operate, test and maintain
submarine combat control systems. They participate in weapons
handling functions and operate and maintain non-tactical computer
systems and peripherals. They are responsible for a huge array of
weapons, which may include torpedoes, Tomahawk - cruise missiles
and even nuclear ballistic missiles capable of reaching anywhere in
the world.
Sonar Technician, Submarine (STS) STSs specialize in underwater
acoustic technologies. They operate a submarine's sonar,
oceanographic equipment, and auxiliary sonar to conduct underwater
surveillance, collect scientific data and track enemy targets. They
also perform maintenance on the highly sensitive, highly classified
sonar hardware.
Electronics Technician (ET/RF AND ET/NAV) ETs focus on installing,
administering and maintaining onboard communications and
navigations systems. ET/RFs work with and maintain submarine radio
communication equipment, systems and programs (including submarine
LAN systems). ET/NAVs specialize in submarine navigation and radio
equipment, systems and programs.
There are also electronics careers that require advanced nuclear
training and involve working with nuclear reactor control,
propulsion and power generation on Navy nuclear-powered submarines
or aircraft carriers. Learn about opportunities in nuclear
operations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT As a Navy Submarine electronics specialist, you
may serve at sea or ashore, operating and repairing systems and
equipment on Navy submarines at bases, ports of call, or while
underway in undisclosed ocean waters. Since deployments are secret
and stealthy, your time in a submarine may last for several months,
sometimes with little or no time on the surface.
TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT Upon completion of initial 7-9 week Recruit
Training (known as Boot Camp), those pursuing positions in the Navy
submarine electronics field report to Basic Enlisted Submarine
School in Groton, Conn., for 4 weeks instruction in basic submarine
systems. From there, Sailors attend "A" School in Groton, Conn., to
receive formal Navy schooling in their specialty area. There they
receive extensive training in electricity, electronics, computers,
digital systems, fiber optics and electronics repair.
"A" School for FTs - This 27- to 33-week course in Groton, Conn.,
provides a basic knowledge of electronics, mathematics and computer
theory to support the operation and basic maintenance of submarine
weapons control systems. It includes group instruction and training
in practical application and equipment labs. Further training may
be received at a "C" School that provides learning in advanced
maintenance, TLAM (Tomahawk - Land-Attack Missile) Strike and both
computer and computer language skills, including maintenance,
operations and security of systems operated and maintained.
"A" School for STSs - This 18-week course in Groton, Conn.,
provides a basic knowledge of electrical skills, electronics,
computers and sonar fundamentals. It includes group instruction and
training in practical application and equipment labs. Further
training may be received at a "C" School that provides advanced
maintenance instruction on specific equipment as well as Advanced
Oceanography and Acoustic Intelligence Analysis.
"A" School for ETs (ET/RF and ET/NAV) - This nine-week course in
Groton, Conn., provides a basic knowledge of electricity,
electronics and technical computer skills. This is immediately
followed by a 14-28-week course - in either Groton, Conn.; Kings
Bay, Ga.; or Bangor, Wash. - that provides further training
specific to the communications (ET/RF) or navigations (ET/NAV)
specialty, as well as assignment to a fast attack or ballistic
missile submarine. The course includes group instruction and
training in practical application and equipment labs. Further
training may be received at a "C" School that provides advanced
maintenance instruction on specific equipment.
Navy Nuclear Field (NF) Program To learn more about the additional
training involved with becoming a nuclear-trained ET, refer to the
Navy Nuclear Field (NF) Program section on the nuclear operations
page.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and
based on performance. It's also important to note that specialized
training received and work experience gained in the course of
service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational
opportunitiesin related fields.
To learn more about the specific training path for any of the focus
areas within the field of submarine electronics, locate a
recruiter.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Beyond offering access to professional
credentials and certifications, Navy technical and operational
training in the field of submarine electronics can translate to
credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the
American Council on Education. You may also continue your education
through opportunities like the following:
Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance Post-9/11 GI Bill
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS A high school diploma or equivalent
is required to become an Enlisted Sailor in the Submarine
Electronics field in the Navy. Those seeking a position in this
community must be U.S. citizens who can meet eligibility
requirements for a security clearance.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're
currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've
never served before.
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