Navy NEC · Engineering

716B Advanced Undersea Lightweight Torpedo Maintenance Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

An Advanced Undersea Lightweight Torpedo Maintenance Technician performs intermediate level maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned torpedoes and associated equipment. The technician observes handling and safety precautions while applying knowledge of component and system operating principles and functions.

Core Skills

  • torpedo system maintenance
  • electromechanical troubleshooting
  • intermediate level repair
  • weapon component testing
  • technical manual interpretation
  • diagnostic equipment use
  • maintenance documentation
  • hazardous material handling
  • ordnance safety compliance

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • C++
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word

Civilian Career Paths

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
  • IPC Specialist Certification (CIS)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Career Growth

  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
  • Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)

Also Common

  • National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Electronics Technician

What the Work Involves

  • Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
  • Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
  • Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
  • Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
  • Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.

Related Occupations

  • Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
  • Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
  • Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
  • Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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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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