Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
704B Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) MK1 Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Ship Self Defense System MK 1 operator serves as the Sensor Supervisor on watch, controlling system configuration, initializing the system, entering doctrine, and allocating resources under the Tactical Action Officer. The operator monitors system status, evaluates threats to the ship, and establishes warfare posture and doctrine within delegated authority and applicable rules and orders.
Core Skills
- ship self defense systems
- sensor supervision
- air threat evaluation
- combat system initialization
- weapons doctrine entry
- system status monitoring
- resource allocation
- watchstanding procedures
- rules of engagement application
- tactical reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Atlassian JIRA
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Python
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Electrical Engineering
- Systems Administration
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- AOC Certified Specialist in Electromagnetic Warfare (CSEW)
- Antiterrorism Credential (ATC)
- Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)
Career Growth
- INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)
- Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)
What the Work Involves
- Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
- Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
- Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
- Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
- Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
Related Occupations
- Software Developers
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Database Administrators
- Computer and Information Systems Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Similar Specialties
628X
Electronics Specialty (Submarine) LDO
Navy
618X
Electronics Specialty LDO
Navy
V39C
MK-15 MOD 40 CIWS and RAM Defense Capability Technician
Navy
V40B
Anti-Sub Warfare (ASW) Mission Specialist
Navy
V45B
Underwater Fire Control System MK-116 MOD 7 Anti-Submarine Warfare Control System Operator
Navy
MT
Missile Technician
Navy
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
Report an error on this page