Navy NEC · Engineering

785A SDV MK8/MK11 Team Technician

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

Overview

An SDV MK8/MK11 Team Technician maintains and supports classified combatant submersible systems and related equipment assigned to Naval Special Warfare SEAL Delivery Vehicle teams. The technician performs intermediate level preventive and corrective maintenance on MK8 and MK11 vehicles, Dry Deck Shelters, transport systems, and accessory equipment, and deploys independently with amphibious and contingency forces.

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

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Bentley MicroStation
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Civilian Career Paths

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • ABYC Marine Systems Certification
  • CompTIA A+

Career Growth

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

What the Work Involves

  • Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.
  • Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
  • Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.
  • Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.
  • Modify computer-controlled robot movements.

Related Occupations

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

Defense contractor jobs for 785A

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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