Nuclear Operations - Hickory - U.S. Navy

Description

Nuclear technicians, power plant operators, and subsystems specialists play a vital role in keeping Naval submarines and aircraft carriers running. Their work involves operating nuclear propulsion plant machinery, controlling auxiliary equipment that supports Naval reactors, and maintaining various electronic, propulsion, and weapons systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain steam turbines and reduction gears used for nuclear ship propulsion and auxiliary machinery such as turbogenerators, pumps, and oil purifiers
• Maintain auxiliary machinery outside of main machinery spaces, such as electrohydraulic steering engines, elevators, refrigeration plants, air conditioning systems, and desalinization plants
• Operate and maintain compressed gas producing plants
• Perform duties in nuclear propulsion plants operating reactor control, propulsion, and power generation systems

Work Environment

As an Enlisted Sailor working in nuclear operations, you'll have the opportunity to work at sea or ashore. Your assignment could place you in an intense, fast-paced environment aboard a nuclear-powered submarine or aircraft carrier.