Marines MOS 2621

Special Communications Signals Collection Operator

Marines 2621 (Special Communications Signals Collection Operator) typically involves electronics and systems troubleshooting, analytical and intelligence-related work, vehicle or transport operations.

Common Exposures

🧪 Chemicals
Solvents, flux, cleaning agents for electronics
🔊 Noise
Equipment noise in work areas
💪 Physical Strain
Repetitive hand motions, awkward positions
🔊 Noise
Engine and vehicle noise
💪 Physical Strain
Whole body vibration, loading/unloading
🌦️ Environmental
Dust, exhaust fumes, weather exposure
🪖 Combat/Stress
Handling classified intel, deployment stress
💪 Physical Strain
Prolonged sitting, screen time

Likely Service-Connected Conditions

Diagnostic Code Condition Likelihood Reasoning
5237 Lumbosacral or cervical strain High Vibration and driving impacts on spine
6260 Tinnitus, recurrent High Noise exposure is a strong basis for tinnitus risk in this occupation
5257 Knee, other impairment Medium Climbing in/out of vehicles
6847 Sleep Apnea Syndromes Medium Shift work and irregular schedules
8100 Migraine Medium Screen time and stress-related migraines
9411 Posttraumatic stress disorder Medium Exposure to disturbing intelligence content
9434 Major depressive disorder Medium High-stress classified work environment

☢️ PACT Act & Toxic Exposure

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Vietnam Era 📅 1962-1975
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Cold War Era 📅 1945-1991
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Gulf War Era 📅 1990-2001
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Post-9/11 Era 📅 2001-present
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