Officer Subspecialty
5706
Combat Systems - Missiles
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
This officer subspecialty covers shipboard missiles, launch equipment, guidance interfaces, and missile fire control. It emphasizes safe storage, reliable launch, accurate guidance, and operational readiness.
Core Skills
- missile systems engineering
- guidance and navigation
- launch system integration
- fire control systems
- ordnance safety
- test and evaluation
- failure and fault analysis
- maintenance readiness management
- defense program leadership
Common Certifications
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- CompTIA Security+
- National Instruments Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD)
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
- National Instruments Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD)
Career Growth
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
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