MOS 2862 Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technician
MOS 2862 Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technician
MOS Description
Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technicians are qualified to perform complex diagnosis, field level repairs, and modifications to ground electronics systems. These technicians supervise ground electronics systems maintenance activities and instruct in the use and maintenance of ground electronics communications systems. Typical duties include complex field level repairs and modifications to ground electronics systems, supervision of a maintenance section or shop, coordination of equipment evacuation for repair with other maintenance activities, requisitioning of parts, and monitoring maintenance reports. These technicians also provide technical assistance during the employment and installation of data/radio communication systems. This MOS is career progression for MOSs 2831, 2841 and 2847. Preferred target for assignment to career progression training is at the 5-8 years’ time in service (TIS) mark. MOS 2862 is assigned upon completion of the Electronics Maintenance Technician Course. MOS 2891, Electronics Maintenance Chief, is assigned upon promotion to Master Sergeant and completion of required training.

National Certifications
You selected Early Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E1-E3. To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the National Certifications list below has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply.
You selected Mid-Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E4-E5. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You selected Late Career-- this applies to Marines in paygrades E6-E9. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Marines who are not reenlisting and are planning their next steps. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.
As a transitioning Marine, you may also want to visit the Marine Corps' Transition Readiness Program for other guidance regarding reentering the civilian workforce.
You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Marines who plan to stay in the Corps and who are actively working on advancement. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you
The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 2862 Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technician. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.
For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the LEADER summary page.Compare | Credential | Agency | Related As | Attainability | COOL$ | GI Bill® | Accreditation | ID | |
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Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
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Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Network Systems Technician (NST) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Wireless Communications Electronics Technician (WCM) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Industrial Electronics Technician (IND)
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Technician Is Not In Demand | International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) | ![]() |
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Termination and Testing Technician (TTT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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ETT Certified Assistant Level 2 Is Not In Demand | InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) | ![]() |
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ETT Certified Technician Level 3 Is Not In Demand | InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) | ![]() |
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ETT Certified Senior Technician Level 4 Is Not In Demand | InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) | ![]() |
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Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) Is Not In Demand | Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) | ![]() |
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Department of Defense (DoD) Certifications
Some of these credentials may be funded thru the Marine Corps COOL program. To find out, search for these credentials in the "National Certifications" tab and look for the icon.
The Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) Program
The Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) program is sponsored by the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) to professionalize the defense intelligence workforce by establishing a common standard of the fundamental knowledge and skills expected of all who serve and support, and those who hope to serve and support, in the Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE).
The genesis of the IFPC program is based on the Department of Defense (DoD) Inspector General Report (No. DoDIG 2015-015), “Evaluation of DoD Intelligence Training and Education Programs for the Fundamental Competencies of the DoD Intelligence Workforce”. This report indicated the presence of critical skill gaps and a lack of knowledge and skill standards for entry-level/developmental intelligence professionals. To address these gaps and fulfill the recommendations of the report, a DIE Subject Matter Expert (SME) Working Group and the Certification Governance Council (CGC) collaborated to develop standards based on work and knowledge requirements common to the DIE components. Following a very successful pilot with volunteers from across the DIE, the IFPC Program Management Office (CPMO) was formally established to manage candidates and the testing and conferral processes.
The IFPC was designed as a complementary program to all other intelligence tradecraft certification programs. It is not a replacement for those programs, but instead serves as a foundation upon which the other DIE certifications are built.
State Licenses
Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the LEADER summary page.
Apprenticeship
The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.
USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.
The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to MOS 2862 Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technician:
Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.
Related Civilian Occupations
The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 2862 Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technician. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the LEADER summary page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
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Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment |
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First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers |
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Maintenance and Repair Workers, General |
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Purchasing Managers |
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Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers |
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Related Federal Occupations
The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 2862 Ground Electronics Systems Maintenance Technician. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.
- 0856 - Electronics Technical Series
- 2602 - Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic
- 2604 - Electronics Mechanic
- 2606 - Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic
- 2608 - Electronic Digital Computer Mechanic
- 2610 - Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
- 2854 - Electrical Equipment Repairing
- 9944 - Electronics Technician
Continuing Education
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