N31Z

Nuclear Qualified Reactor Department Master Chief (RDMC)

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

Description

Is the senior enlisted advisor to the respective command advising on proper administration and supervision of a nuclear propulsion plant. The RDMC assists the Reactor Officer in administering enlisted personnel, designating enlisted watch assignments, monitoring the qualification program of all nuclear trained operators, and acts as a liaison for the Reactor Department at the CPO level. Additionally, the NEC identifies those individuals with the skills necessary to perform as RDMC based on a TYCOM directed shipboard qualification process.

Core Skills

reactor department administration
nuclear watchbill management
operator qualification tracking
propulsion plant supervision
enlisted workforce leadership
reactor safety oversight
training program management
command advising
technical communication

Common Certifications

NRC Senior Reactor Operator License
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Civilian Career Paths

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

OSHA 30 General Industry
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
NRC Reactor Operator License

Career Growth

NRC Senior Reactor Operator License
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

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