Navy NEC · Engineering
778B Surface Warfare (SUW) Mission Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Surface Warfare Mission Specialist operates equipment in the SUW Systems Suite aboard Littoral Combat Ships. The specialist performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on the suite.
Core Skills
- surface warfare systems
- lcs mission equipment
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- electronic troubleshooting
- fault isolation
- shipboard operations
- technical manual interpretation
- systems readiness reporting
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
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
Career Growth
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
Also Common
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level I
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 Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Similar Specialties
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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