Navy NEC · Engineering
V63B 5”/62-Caliber MK-45 MOD 4 Gun Mount Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The MK 45 Mod 4 gun mount maintenance technician operates and maintains the 5 inch, 62 caliber gun mount using general purpose, special purpose, and built in test equipment. This technician loads, stows, and unloads ammunition and inspects and maintains magazines and their sprinkling systems.
Core Skills
- naval gun mount maintenance
- built in test equipment operation
- electronic fault diagnosis
- ammunition handling
- magazine sprinkler system maintenance
- ordnance loading procedures
- mechanical component repair
- preventive maintenance
- explosives safety
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Supply Chain Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- CompTIA A+
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Technician
- Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
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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