Navy NEC · Engineering
V67B LPD-17 Class Steering And Propulsion Control System (SPCS) Maintainer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The LPD 17 class steering and propulsion control system maintainer performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, system alignment, troubleshooting, and fault isolation to the lowest replaceable unit. This maintainer uses built in test capabilities, technical manuals, and Engineering Operational Sequencing System procedures to complete tasks with limited supervision under all ship readiness conditions.
Core Skills
- steering control system maintenance
- propulsion control system maintenance
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- system alignment
- built in test operation
- fault isolation
- electromechanical repair
- technical procedure execution
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Technician
Career Growth
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
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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