Navy Officer Subspecialty · Engineering
5706 Combat Systems: Missiles
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Combat systems missile officers work with shipboard missiles, launch equipment, guidance interfaces, and missile fire control. They focus on 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
Civilian Software & Tools
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C
- C++
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Python
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
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
What the Work Involves
- Formulate mathematical models or other methods of computer analysis to develop, evaluate, or modify design, according to customer engineering requirements.
- Plan or conduct experimental, environmental, operational, or stress tests on models or prototypes of aircraft or aerospace systems or equipment.
- Plan or coordinate investigation and resolution of customers' reports of technical problems with aircraft or aerospace vehicles.
- Formulate conceptual design of aeronautical or aerospace products or systems to meet customer requirements or conform to environmental regulations.
- Write technical reports or other documentation, such as handbooks or bulletins, for use by engineering staff, management, or customers.
Related Occupations
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Avionics Technicians
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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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