Navy NEC · Engineering
T51A TRIDENT II Strategic Weapon System (SWS) MT Journeyman
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A TRIDENT II Strategic Weapon System MT Journeyman performs advanced Battle Stations Missile assignments, participates in missile handling, and operates Trident II D5 Backfit SWS subsystems. This technician performs organizational or intermediate level maintenance and operational readiness tests while following safety precautions for missile explosives, hydraulics, testing, and handling.
Core Skills
- strategic weapon system operation
- missile readiness testing
- advanced preventive maintenance
- intermediate level repair
- missile handling operations
- hydraulic system safety
- explosive safety compliance
- fault isolation
- technical team 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
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- CompTIA A+
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Also Common
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- CompTIA Security+
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.
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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