Navy NEC · Engineering
U60A Advanced Degaussing Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Advanced Degaussing Maintenance Technician operates, troubleshoots, and repairs shipboard Advanced Degaussing Systems down to the subassembly or component level. This technician works on systems installed aboard CVN 77, CVN 78, DDG 1000, LCS 1, and LPD 17 class ships.
Core Skills
- degaussing system operations
- magnetic signature control
- electrical subassembly repair
- component level troubleshooting
- electromagnetic systems
- circuit testing
- fault isolation
- technical manual use
- preventive maintenance
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
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Telecommunications
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- IPC Specialist Certification (CIS)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- IPC Certified Interconnect Designer (CID)
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
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.
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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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