Job Description

Every successful engineering career needs a solid foundation, and that’s exactly what you’ll get. Do your job right, and you’ll build structures that will last for years to come—and a career that will take you wherever you want to go. If you like working with your hands, the Navy has plenty of jobs that fit the bill. But not all of them get to operate one of the world’s most powerful engines. To do that, you need to be a Gas Turbine Systems Technician - Mechanical. In addition to operating the turbines and propulsion equipment that keep the ship moving, you’ll also develop broad knowledge of fuel systems, steam systems and other systems related to propulsion.

PAY AND BENEFITS: 
From the day you start, you’ll receive: 

• Competitive salary. 
• Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment. 
• Free health insurance. 
• Free housing. 
• A retirement plan. 
• Paid training. 
• College credit. 

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES: 

• Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance.
• Post-9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition. 
• Professional credentials and certifications. 
• College credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• U.S. citizen or equivalent.
• High school graduate or equivalent. 
• 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
You’ll construct and repair a variety of structures in just about every environment imaginable. You may work at Navy bases or ports of call around the globe, and you may be deployed to help develop or rebuild areas affected by natural disasters.

PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES:  
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

*Must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident in order to apply
*This is not a civilian position

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Full time, Part time,

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