Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

V15D

Laser Weapon System Operator

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Equips the Laser Weapon System Operator with the necessary knowledge of the Laser Weapon system to effectively perform combat system duties and responsibilities, including the required corrective and preventive maintenance.

Core Skills

  • laser weapon system operation
  • directed energy systems
  • combat system watchstanding
  • preventive maintenance
  • corrective maintenance
  • system status monitoring
  • fault troubleshooting
  • laser safety procedures
  • tactical procedure compliance

Common Certifications

  • Laser Institute of America Certified Laser Safety Officer
  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • ETA International Associate Electronics Technician
  • Certified Electronics Technician
  • IPC-A-610 Specialist
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Civilian Career Paths

  • ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • ETA International Associate Electronics Technician
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
  • Laser Institute of America Certified Laser Safety Officer

Career Growth

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Certified Electronics Technician
  • Laser Institute of America Certified Laser Safety Officer
  • Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)

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.