Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
N15O
Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator - Mechanical
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operators in mechanical systems operate and maintain pumps, valves, turbines, piping, and other mechanical equipment supporting nuclear propulsion plants. They monitor equipment performance, conduct organizational level maintenance and testing, troubleshoot mechanical faults, and apply detailed technical and nuclear safety procedures.
Core Skills
- nuclear plant mechanical operations
- pump and valve operation
- turbomachinery monitoring
- organizational level maintenance
- mechanical fault isolation
- equipment testing and calibration
- piping system operations
- technical procedure compliance
- maintenance documentation
- abnormal condition response
Common Certifications
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- ASME BPVC Certification
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- NRC Reactor Operator License
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) preparation course
- API 510 preparation course
Career Growth
- NRC Reactor Operator License
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- ASME BPVC Certification
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.