Navy NEC · Engineering
U74Z CVN 68 Class Propulsion Plant Non-Nuclear Engineer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The CVN 68 Class Propulsion Plant Non Nuclear Engineer operates mechanical systems for surface ship nuclear propulsion plants. This specialist performs organizational level maintenance on those mechanical systems and their support equipment.
Core Skills
- marine propulsion maintenance
- mechanical systems inspection
- nuclear plant support equipment
- preventive maintenance
- mechanical troubleshooting
- technical procedure compliance
- configuration control
- equipment operational testing
- industrial safety
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- BIT Corp ProMACS PLC
- Extranet Machine Tools Suite
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- ASNT Nondestructive Testing Level II
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Reliability Leader® (CRL)
What the Work Involves
- Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
- Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
- Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
- Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
- Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
Related Occupations
- Maintenance Workers, Machinery
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
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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