Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
U13A
LPD-17 Class Diesel Engine Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates and performs advanced organizational and/or intermediate maintenance to the component level on LPD-17 Maine Propulsion Diesel Engines and Ships Service Generator Diesel Engines and their related systems.
Core Skills
- marine diesel engine maintenance
- propulsion system operation
- diesel generator repair
- component level maintenance
- fuel and cooling systems
- lubrication system maintenance
- mechanical troubleshooting
- preventive maintenance
- engineering watchstanding
Common Certifications
- ASE T2 Diesel Engines
- ASE T4 Brakes
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASE T2 Diesel Engines
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- ASE Master Medium-Heavy Truck Technician
- Certified Plant Engineer (CPE)
- PMP
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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.