ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN
ABOUTWhen adversaries threaten a mission, success depends on staying a step ahead.
As an Electronics Technician, you'll use radar and other complex ship systems to detect and track threats before they detect you.
To throw adversaries off your ship's scent, you'll also use electronic countermeasure tricks to confuse and deflect other radars and sensors, rendering your own ship virtually invisible.
It's the ultimate game of cat and mouse, and our Electronics Technicians play to win.
The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to theNavy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war.
Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESElectronics Technicians (ET) are trained in computer, aerospace and electrical engineering to maintain combat readiness across a wide variety of complex ship and aircraft systems.
As an ET, yourresponsibilities may include:
o Detecting enemy planes and ships, and determining target distanceo Maintaining, repairing and calibrating all electronic equipment used to detect, track, and identify adversaries, and for electronic countermeasureso Maintaining, repairing and calibrating electronic equipment including radar, communications and navigation equipmento Using and maintaining hand tools and portable power tools PAY & BENEFITSWhen you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important - and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly.
Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-theart training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more.
In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed inboth your military and civilian lives:
o Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekendo Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian careero Educational assistanceo Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your familyo VA guaranteed home loanso Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insuranceo Travel opportunitieso Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drillo Retirement after 20 qualifying yearso TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIESNavy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill.
Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL).
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSo U.
S.
citizen or equivalento High school graduate or equivalento 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you'veserved before or whether you've never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENTServing part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drillingand training periods.
During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a locationclose to their homes.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Recommended Skills Aerospace Industries Communication Electrical Engineering Electronics Electronic Countermeasures Radar Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
As an Electronics Technician, you'll use radar and other complex ship systems to detect and track threats before they detect you.
To throw adversaries off your ship's scent, you'll also use electronic countermeasure tricks to confuse and deflect other radars and sensors, rendering your own ship virtually invisible.
It's the ultimate game of cat and mouse, and our Electronics Technicians play to win.
The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to theNavy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war.
Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESElectronics Technicians (ET) are trained in computer, aerospace and electrical engineering to maintain combat readiness across a wide variety of complex ship and aircraft systems.
As an ET, yourresponsibilities may include:
o Detecting enemy planes and ships, and determining target distanceo Maintaining, repairing and calibrating all electronic equipment used to detect, track, and identify adversaries, and for electronic countermeasureso Maintaining, repairing and calibrating electronic equipment including radar, communications and navigation equipmento Using and maintaining hand tools and portable power tools PAY & BENEFITSWhen you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important - and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly.
Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-theart training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more.
In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed inboth your military and civilian lives:
o Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekendo Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian careero Educational assistanceo Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your familyo VA guaranteed home loanso Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insuranceo Travel opportunitieso Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drillo Retirement after 20 qualifying yearso TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIESNavy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill.
Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL).
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSo U.
S.
citizen or equivalento High school graduate or equivalento 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you'veserved before or whether you've never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENTServing part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drillingand training periods.
During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a locationclose to their homes.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Recommended Skills Aerospace Industries Communication Electrical Engineering Electronics Electronic Countermeasures Radar Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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