Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
U73A
LHA-6 (AMERICA) Class/LHD-8 (MAKIN ISLAND) Diesel Engine Electrical Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates and performs advanced organizational and/or intermediate electrical maintenance to the component level on LHA-6 Class, LHD-8 Class Diesel engine electrical systems.
Core Skills
- diesel engine electrical systems
- marine electrical maintenance
- engine control circuits
- generator systems
- industrial controls troubleshooting
- preventive maintenance
- electrical testing and metering
- component level repair
- technical documentation
Common Certifications
- NCCER Electrical Level 1
- NCCER Diesel Mechanic
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certificate
- OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
- ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance Inspection
- CompTIA Network+
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Electrical Level 1
- NCCER Diesel Mechanic
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certificate
- OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance Inspection
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician
- 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.