N13S

Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Supervisor - Reactor Control

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

Description

This specialty supervises reactor control operations in a submarine nuclear propulsion plant. The role combines nuclear plant watch supervision, procedural compliance, equipment oversight, and operational safety management.

Core Skills

reactor control supervision
nuclear watch team leadership
plant status assessment
technical procedure enforcement
maintenance and testing oversight
nuclear safety management
abnormal condition response
operator training and qualification
operational risk management
control room communication

Common Certifications

NRC Senior Reactor Operator License
NRC Reactor Operator License
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Project Management Professional (PMP)

Civilian Career Paths

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Training & Development

Getting Started

ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level I
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional preparation course
PMP training course

Career Growth

NRC Senior Reactor Operator License
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level III
Project Management Professional (PMP)

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