Overview
As a Reservist in the Industrial and Mechanical Technology field, you will help power the world’s most technologically advanced Fleet so that it remains operational on land, in the air and at sea.
Description
Troubleshoot the Navy’s latest catapult launcher. Repair electronic weapons systems on the F/A-18 Hornet. Or inspect plant evaporators that turn seawater into fresh water.
By maintaining, operating, troubleshooting and repairing sophisticated, multimillion dollar equipment and systems, including all power-generating equipment and all Navy vehicles and machines, you will advance your life and career as never before.
Specifics
While working as an industrial and mechanical technician in the Navy Reserve, you have the opportunity to take on a number of equally important roles and responsibilities. From operating and maintaining power plants to building, maintaining and operating power-production facilities and electrical-distribution systems, the opportunities are endless.
- Jobs in this field include:
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- Boatswain’s Mate
- Engineman
- Gas Turbine Systems Technician — Mechanical
- Gunner’s Mate
- Hull Maintenance Technician
- Machinery Repairman
- Machinist’s Mate
- Mineman
- As part of this occupational specialty, you could:
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- Repair, adjust and calibrate high-tech electronic equipment
- Operate and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning plants
- Test, install and maintain a wide range of aircraft instruments and electrical equipment, including generators, motors and lighting systems
- Evaluate jet engine performance using jet test cells for fixed turbojet engines
- Perform aircraft engine repair
- Maintain aircraft fuselages, wings, fixed and movable surfaces, airfoils, regular seats, wheels and tires, controls, and mechanisms
- Perform daily, preflight, postflight and other periodic aircraft inspections
- Troubleshoot and repair numerous complex electronics systems
- Operate airborne electronic equipment for detecting, locating and tracking submarines
Training
Receive extensive Navy Reserve training in the operation, maintenance and repair of complicated computers, electronics, electrical systems, and some of the most technically advanced equipment and machinery in the world.
- Your training can convert directly to college credit, and you may also have the opportunity to earn Department of Labor certification, allowing you to work as one of the following:
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- Aircraft mechanic
- Airframe mechanic
- Diesel mechanic
- Electronics mechanic
- Hydroelectric machinery mechanic
- Power plant mechanic
- Refrigeration mechanic
- Sheet metal worker
- Architectural drafter
- Electrician
- Computer programmer
- Electric motor repairer
- Locksmith
- Ship rigger
- Your training may also prepare you to be or enhance your current career as a(n):
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- Aircraft electrician
- Hydraulic tester
- Metallurgic technician
- Radiographer
- Instrument repairer
- Electromechanical technician
- Construction inspector
- Firefighter
- Oxygen plant operator
Advanced technical and operational training is available during the later stages of your career development. Also, some jobs within this field offer accelerated promotions to higher paygrades.
Regardless of your role, the skills and experience you’ll acquire in the Navy Reserve will equip you for countless jobs and responsibilities in the mechanical repair field and high-tech industry.
More Information
To learn how you can pursue an Industrial and Mechanical Technology job in the Navy Reserve, visit ways to join or contact a Navy Reserve Recruiter.