Navy NEC · Engineering

738B Combined Torpedo MK48 Heavyweight Technician

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

Overview

A Combined Torpedo MK48 Heavyweight Technician performs preventive maintenance in support of the MK48 Heavyweight Torpedo program. This technician also conducts basic corrective maintenance at the Intermediate Maintenance Activity level.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Core Skills

  • torpedo system maintenance
  • intermediate level repair
  • electromechanical troubleshooting
  • preventive maintenance
  • component inspection
  • test equipment operation
  • technical manual compliance
  • quality assurance
  • maintenance records

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
  • Fleet Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • IPC-A-610 Certified Specialist
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Career Growth

  • IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
  • 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
  • Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
  • Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

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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