Navy NEC · Engineering
721B General Dynamics (GD) Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Core Crew Mission Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A General Dynamics Littoral Combat Ship Core Crew Mission Specialist operates equipment in the General Dynamics Systems Suite aboard Littoral Combat Ships. The specialist performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on suite equipment.
Core Skills
- shipboard systems operation
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- fault isolation
- equipment troubleshooting
- electromechanical diagnostics
- technical manual use
- maintenance documentation
- operational readiness tracking
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- C
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- International Society of Automation Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
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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