Navy NEC · Engineering
779B 25mm Machine Gun System (MGS) MK 38 MOD Gun Weapon System (GWS) Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A MK 38 MOD Gun Weapon System Technician operates and maintains the 25mm Machine Gun System. The technician performs preventive maintenance, detects failures, and isolates faults with Built-In-Test equipment at the organizational level.
Core Skills
- weapon system maintenance
- 25mm cannon operation
- built in test equipment
- fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- electromechanical troubleshooting
- technical manual interpretation
- maintenance documentation
- shipboard readiness support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- CDI Electronics M.E.D.S.
- Engine diagnostic scanners
- Inventory tracking software
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physical Security
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
What the Work Involves
- Start motors and monitor performance for signs of malfunctioning, such as smoke, excessive vibration, or misfiring.
- Document inspection and test results and work performed or to be performed.
- Mount motors to boats, and operate boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Repair engine mechanical equipment, such as power tilts, bilge pumps, or power take-offs.
- Perform routine engine maintenance on motorboats, such as changing oil and filters.
Related Occupations
- Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Motorcycle Mechanics
- Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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