MT Missile Technician

Core Skills

• missile and launcher systems maintenance
• electro-mechanical troubleshooting
• weapons fire control systems operation
• test equipment operation and diagnostics
• preventive and corrective maintenance planning
• safety and explosive ordnance handling procedures
• system calibration and alignment
• technical documentation use and update
• root cause analysis and fault isolation
• readiness testing and certification support

Civilian Career Paths

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Project Management
• Systems Administration

Training & Development

What the Work Involves

• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
• Modify, maintain, or repair electrical, electronic, or mechanical components, equipment, or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
• Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.

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