Officer technical managers in the field of non-nuclear electronics. These officers help plan, coordinate, and supervise the installation, operation, and maintenance of electronics systems installed in units of the surface force; assist in the operational evaluation of new installations as well as modifications to existing systems; provide operational and technical input to the research and development community for consideration in the design and testing of electronics systems or components; assist in the preparation and distribution of operator and maintenance courses. An officer of the Regular Navy whose permanent status is Ensign or above.