Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

785A

SDV MK8/MK11 Team Technician

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

Description

Performs maintenance and support of classified combatant submersible systems and related equipment assigned to Naval Special Warfare (NSW) SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV) Teams. Major equipment includes MK8 and MK11 SDVs, Dry Deck Shelters (DDS), Transport Systems, and accessory equipment. Performs preventive/corrective maintenance (intermediate level) and forward operational deployment as an independent duty technician with amphibious and other contingency forces in support of NSW Operations.

Core Skills

  • submersible vehicle maintenance
  • dry deck shelter support
  • marine mechanical systems
  • electrical systems troubleshooting
  • hydraulic system maintenance
  • deployment readiness
  • intermediate level repair
  • amphibious operations support
  • classified equipment handling
  • independent field maintenance

Common Certifications

  • Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification
  • ABYC Marine Systems Certification
  • Certified Electronics Technician
  • CompTIA A+
  • OSHA 10-Hour Maritime
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Civilian Career Paths

  • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  • ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • UNMANNED SYSTEMS
  • AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • ABYC Marine Systems Certification
  • CompTIA A+
  • OSHA 10-Hour Maritime
  • Basic hydraulics and marine systems course

Career Growth

  • Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification
  • Certified Electronics Technician
  • ABYC Marine Electrical Certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.