Navy NEC · Engineering
U44A LSD-41/49 Class Advanced Engineering Control System (AECS-MCS) Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The LSD-41/49 Class Advanced Engineering Control System Maintenance Technician performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on the Advanced Engineering Control System aboard upgraded LSD-41/49 Class ships. The technician's AECS training includes the Machinery Control System, Propulsion Load Management Unit, Local Area Network, On-board Trainer, and Ship Control System.
Core Skills
- machinery control systems
- industrial controls troubleshooting
- propulsion load management
- ship control systems
- local area network support
- preventive maintenance
- fault isolation
- technical procedure use
- operator training
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
- Network Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Assistant
- Certified Control Systems Technician: Level I (CCST-I)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician Specialist: Level II (CCST-II)
- ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
- ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certificate
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Also Common
- Rockwell Automation Logix Programmer Certificate
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.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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