Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

N26S

Surface Ship Nuclear Propulsion Plant Supervisor - Engineering Laboratory Technician

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

Description

This specialty supervises laboratory functions that support surface ship nuclear propulsion plants. The work centers on nuclear plant chemistry, radiological controls, laboratory testing, equipment upkeep, and safe engineering operations.

Core Skills

  • nuclear plant laboratory supervision
  • water chemistry analysis
  • radiological controls
  • laboratory equipment maintenance
  • reactor plant data review
  • quality assurance procedures
  • technical report writing
  • watch team supervision
  • nuclear safety compliance

Common Certifications

  • NRC Reactor Operator License
  • NRC Senior Reactor Operator License
  • ASNT Nondestructive Testing Level II
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Technologist (OHST)
  • Certified Radiation Protection Professional (CRPP)

Civilian Career Paths

  • ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
  • FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • OSHA 10 General Industry
  • Radiation Safety Officer Training
  • Nuclear Chemistry Fundamentals Course
  • ASNT Nondestructive Testing Level II

Career Growth

  • NRC Reactor Operator License
  • Certified Radiation Protection Professional (CRPP)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
  • 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.