Marine Corps MOS · Combat & Infantry
2131 Artillery Systems Technician
Overview
Artillery Systems Technicians inspect, maintain, and repair towed artillery howitzers according to their grade and level of responsibility. They complete shop administrative forms and records using technical manuals and may train personnel, supervise maintenance duties, and manage shop maintenance programs.
Core Skills
- electromechanical systems maintenance
- precision mechanical alignment and calibration
- technical manual and schematic interpretation
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- shop administration and maintenance records management
- fault isolation and root cause analysis
- quality assurance and inspection
- team leadership and training
- safety and risk management
- configuration management and parts control
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
- Computerized maintenance management system software CMMS
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Measurement, Materials, and Safety
- Certified Laser Repair Technician (CLRT)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
Career Growth
- Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
- Certified Control Systems Technician: Level I (CCST-I)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.
- Perform skilled repair or maintenance operations, using equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment.
- Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
- Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
- Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
Related Occupations
- Industrial Machinery Mechanics
- Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
- Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
- Helpers--Extraction Workers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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