MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA
MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA
MOS Description
Aircraft Electronic Communication/Navigation/ Cryptographic/Countermeasures System Technicians, at the IMA inspect, test, maintain, and repair airborne weapon replaceable assemblies, shop replaceable assemblies and ancillary equipment whose aggregate constitutes a complete Aircraft Communications, Navigation, Cryptographic, Countermeasures System or subsystem beyond normal fault isolation procedures.

National Certifications and Federal Licenses
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 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA. 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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Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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General Radiotelephone Operator License (PG) Is Not In Demand | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) | ![]() |
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GMDSS Radio Maintainer License (DM) Is Not In Demand | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) | ![]() |
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GMDSS Radio Operator License (DO) Is Not In Demand | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) | ![]() |
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Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level (Associate CET) Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Computer Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Industrial Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Radar Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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Industrial Electronics Technician (IND)
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Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) Is Not In Demand | American Society for Quality (ASQ) | ![]() |
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Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRP)
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Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Certified Aerospace Technician Core Is Not In Demand | SpaceTEC | ![]() |
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NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) Is Not In Demand | ASTM International | ![]() |
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NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) Is Not In Demand | ASTM International | ![]() |
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NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS) Is Not In Demand | ASTM International | ![]() |
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NCATT Dependent Navigation Systems (DNS) Is Not In Demand | ASTM International | ![]() |
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NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS) Is Not In Demand | ASTM International | ![]() |
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General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Distributed Antenna Systems Technician (DAS) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Basic Electricity and Electronics - Alternating Current (BEE-AC) Is Not In Demand | Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) | ![]() |
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Basic Electricity and Electronics - Direct Current (BEE-DC) Is Not In Demand | Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) | ![]() |
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Basic Electricity and Electronics - Analog (BEE-A) Is Not In Demand | Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) | ![]() |
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Basic Electricity and Electronics - Digital (BEE-D) Is Not In Demand | Certifying Technical Employee Competence (CertTEC) | ![]() |
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General Communications Technician - Level 2 (GCT2) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Gaming and Vending Technician (GVT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Electronics Associate DC (EM1) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Electronics Associate AC (EM2) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Electronics Associate Analog (EM3) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Electronics Associate Digital (EM4) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Electronics Associate Comprehensive (EM5) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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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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Microwave Radio Technician (MRT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-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 and Federal Licenses" 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 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA:
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 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA. 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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Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians |
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Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians |
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Avionics Technicians |
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Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers |
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Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment |
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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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Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers |
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The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.
A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA can be found below.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Jobs
There are numerous opportunities available in the aviation industry. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) offers a range of career opportunities to individuals with different skills within its organization. Their workforce includes:
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Aviation Safety Inspectors
- Airways Transportation Systems Specialists
- Community Planners
- Security Inspectors
- Engineers
- Program Managers
- Acquisition Specialists
- Contract Specialists
- Human Resources Professionals
- Technicians
Consult the FAA Jobs website for additional information on aviation related career opportunities and job openings.
Professional Aviation Maintenance Association
Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) is a non-profit society which represents all professionals in aviation maintenance and provides it's members information on aviation maintenance occupations.
In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance.
For help in making informed choices on schools and education programs when using tuition assistance, see:
Additional information pertaining to MOS 6483 Communication/Navigation/Cryptographic/Countermeasures Systems Technician, IMA can be found below.
Aviation Schools
The Aviation Schools Online website provides a list of schools, programs, and other resources that might be of interest to aviation professionals.