Navy NEC · Engineering
W01A Underwater Mine Test Set Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The Underwater Mine Test Set maintenance technician performs organizational and intermediate level operational checks and preventive maintenance. The technician isolates faults and periodically calibrates the test set and its ancillary equipment.
Core Skills
- test set operation
- electronic fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- periodic calibration
- measurement accuracy control
- test equipment handling
- functional verification
- technical manual interpretation
- maintenance documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- The MathWorks MATLAB
- Apple macOS
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Radio Frequency Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa)
- IPC J-STD-001 Specialist
Career Growth
- Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Related Occupations
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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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