782B

SSN 784 - 802 Virginia Block III/IV Weapons Equipment Technician

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

Description

Maintains weapons equipment installed on Virginia class submarines SSN 784 through SSN 802. Performs scheduled preventive maintenance, basic corrective repairs, inspections, and technical troubleshooting while supporting submarine weapons readiness.

Core Skills

submarine weapons maintenance
preventive maintenance
corrective maintenance
electromechanical troubleshooting
weapons system inspection
technical manual interpretation
maintenance readiness reporting
equipment configuration control
precision hand tool use
shipboard safety procedures

Common Certifications

Certified Electronics Technician
CompTIA A+
ISA Certified Control Systems Technician
NCCER Industrial Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Civilian Career Paths

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

Training & Development

Getting Started

CompTIA A+
IPC J-STD-001 Specialist training
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Basic electromechanical troubleshooting course

Career Growth

ISA Certified Control Systems Technician
Certified Electronics Technician
NCCER Industrial Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Project Management Professional (PMP)

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