Network Controller

Possible topics to discuss during counseling:

• Close out last quarter’s counseling (Assessment Section of DA Form 4856)
• Define satellite network scenario on DOSS, AN/FYQ-110
• Perform geometric calculations on DOSS, AN/FYQ-110
• Communicate with SCCE using DOSS, AN/FYQ-110
• Perform analysis of report and plots from DOSS, AN/FYQ-110
• Perform analysis of reports using DASA, AN/FSQ-142
• Characterize satellite link using DOSS, AN/FYQ-110 and DASA, AN/FSQ-142
• Maintain DSCS electronic counter-counter measures control subsystem-central component (DECS-CC) AN/FSC-115
• Maintain radio frequency interface subsystem (RFIS) AN/FSQ-150
• Maintain patch and test facility (PTF) AN/FSC-160(V)
• Maintain frequency conversion subsystems (FCS) AN/FSQ-158(V)
• Maintain satellite monitoring system, DFCS-NCT, AN/FSC-96
• Perform communications payload control
• Operate receiver-transmitter group orderwire OZ-52/G
• Monitor downlink using DASA, AN/FSQ-142
• Operate DECS-CC, AN/FSC-115
• Operate radio frequency interface subsystem (RFIS) AN/FSQ-150
• Operate patch and test facility (PTF), AN/FSC-160(V)
• Operate frequency conversions system (FCS), AN/FSQ-158(V)
• Operate satellite monitoring system, DFCS-NCT, AN/FSC-96
• Operate SMART multicircuit terminal (SMCT) II, AN/FGQ-13
• Perform PMCS on DECS-CC, AN/FSC-115
• Prepare Hazardous Conditions (HAZCON) reports
• Prepare SATCOM Equipment reports
• Prepare Product Quality Deficiency reports
• Troubleshoot system outages in a satellite communications network
• Supervise the operation, maintenance, and security of COMSEC equipment
• Plan and coordinate the activation of satellite links with supported units
• Prepare emergency destruction plan
• Evaluate physical security of facilities
• Establish and maintain a publications library
• Establish and maintain files and correspondence for the section
• Inspect station/net operations
• Inspect the preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on equipment
• Prepare work schedules
• Allocate equipment for operations or other special missions/exercises
• Advise superiors on capabilities and limitations of tactical satellite communications
• Write or interpret operation orders and prepare standing operating procedures (SOP) for tactical satellite communications
• Ensure compliance with security regulations governing communication equipment, COMSEC, and automated data processing (ADP) equipment
• Coordinate logistical support for day to day operations
• Establish technical, operational, and maintenance training programs for subordinate personnel
• Responsible for the accountability, training, health, welfare and morale of subordinate personnel
• Counsel subordinates on professional growth and performance counseling
• Additional or appointed duties

Short Term Goal:

• Attain ASI-WHCA Console Control OPS (J7), Master Fitness (P5), and Battle Staff (2S)
• College Courses
• Promotion-update DA Photo and personnel records
• Drill Sergeant
• Upcoming exercises/missions, unit inspections
• Raise APFT score

Long Term Goals:

• Instructor
• Operations Sergeant
• First Sergeant

Below is a space for you to list additional topics that may apply uniquely to your situation:
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Possible Plan of Action: (Person counseled develops plan with counselor’s guidance.)

• Inspect DA 5988 (PMCS) on all assigned equipment for maintenance status
• Maintain proficiency on tactical satellite communications
• Maintain accurate status boards to reflect accurate and current satellite information
• Inspect and maintain fair work schedules for subordinates
• Maintain equipment accountability/serviceability for future exercises/missions
• Produce weekly report on equipment status
• Review and update current SOPs
• Inspect/review COMSEC compliance measures
• Maintain required logistical support
• Inspect, review, establish training programs
• Review and counsel subordinates as required
• Maintain leader book on subordinate personnel

Possible Leader’s Responsibilities: (This is only an example for you to use as a guide.)

• Provide soldier with all current DA-5988s on all assigned equipment
• Provide soldier with a copy of all SOPs and policy letters
• Provide soldier with short/long term calendars
• Provide soldier with required resources to conduct training and operations
• Inspect the deployment and operation of microwave equipment
• Provide sample of required leader book items