Navy NEC · Engineering
784B Steering Gear Systems Electrical Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Steering Gear Systems Electrical Technician performs organizational or intermediate level preventive and corrective maintenance on shipboard steering systems. The technician also operates and troubleshoots those systems.
Core Skills
- shipboard steering systems
- electrical troubleshooting
- motor controller maintenance
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- control circuit testing
- power distribution safety
- technical drawing interpretation
- equipment operation
- maintenance recordkeeping
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Electrical Level 1
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- ABYC Marine Electrical Certification
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- NCCER Electrical Level 3
- Journeyman Electrician License
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
Also Common
- CompTIA A+
What the Work Involves
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
- Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
- Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
Related Occupations
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Avionics Technicians
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
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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