NEC
V23C
Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Combat Systems Supervisor (CSS)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Directs and coordinates actions, tests and performs operational procedures on all SSDS Combat System elements to achieve performance standards meeting design specifications. Manages and coordinates the efforts of SSDS Combat System personnel to ensure an integrated approach to achieving full combat system operational status. Isolates faults within an SSDS Combat System through systematic diagnosis of results of operation tests. Monitors and performs preventive and corrective maintenance through test procedures to ensure performance in accordance with SSDS Combat System design and operational specifications.
Core Skills
- ship self defense systems
- combat system supervision
- integrated system testing
- fault isolation and diagnosis
- preventive maintenance management
- corrective maintenance coordination
- operational procedure control
- technical team leadership
- system performance verification
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- IPC-A-610 Specialist
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- CompTIA Security+
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