Navy NEC · Engineering

T03A SSGN Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control System (TTWCS) Operator

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

Overview

An SSGN Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control System Operator conducts normal TTWCS operations and performs basic preventive maintenance on the system and its support and test equipment. The operator assists with system casualties, handles internal and external communications, troubleshoots the system, performs operational readiness tests, follows applicable safety precautions, and participates in weapon system evolutions.

Core Skills

  • weapon control system operation
  • preventive maintenance
  • operational readiness testing
  • casualty troubleshooting
  • tactical internal communications
  • support equipment operation
  • weapons safety compliance
  • technical procedure execution
  • submarine systems coordination

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Circuit evaluation software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Database software

Civilian Career Paths

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Telecommunications
  • Systems Administration

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • IPC J-STD-001 Certified Specialist

Career Growth

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
  • Certified Electronics Technician Master Specialty (CETms)

What the Work Involves

  • Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
  • Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
  • Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
  • Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
  • Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.

Related Occupations

  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
  • Robotics Technicians

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

Defense contractor jobs for T03A

Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.

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