NEC
T38A
Strategic Weapon System Master Chief (SWSMC)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Senior Strategic Weapon System (SWS) enlisted leader with critical, certified, advanced technical and operational Fleet qualifications assigned on an SSBN. Manages the Weapons Department training qualification and professional development programs; implements all Weapons Department policies affecting operations morale, welfare, discipline and performance of the Missile Technician Division and Navigation Division.
Core Skills
- strategic weapon system leadership
- weapons department management
- qualification program management
- technical training oversight
- maintenance readiness management
- policy implementation
- personnel development
- performance management
- operational risk management
- cross division coordination
Common Certifications
- Project Management Professional
- Certified Associate in Project Management
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional
- Certified Professional in Learning and Performance
- Certified Quality Auditor
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- Certified Safety Professional
Civilian Career Paths
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- IT MANAGEMENT
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Associate in Project Management
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30 Hour General Industry
- Supervisory management course
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional
- Certified Professional in Learning and Performance
- Certified Safety Professional
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.