Navy NEC · Engineering

767A Gyrocompass Maintenance

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

Overview

Gyrocompass maintenance technicians perform organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance on the MK 27 MOD 0 Gyrocompass. They troubleshoot the gyrocompass and isolate faults.

Core Skills

  • gyrocompass maintenance
  • navigation system diagnostics
  • electromechanical troubleshooting
  • fault isolation
  • preventive maintenance
  • precision alignment
  • test equipment operation
  • technical manual interpretation
  • maintenance documentation

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Bentley MicroStation
  • C

Civilian Career Paths

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Telecommunications

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • NMEA 2000 Installer Certification

Career Growth

  • National Marine Electronics Association Advanced Marine Electronics Installer
  • Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
  • FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
  • ABYC Marine Systems Certification

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.

Defense contractor jobs for 767A

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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