Nuclear Trained Machinist Mate (MMN)

Nuclear Trained Machinist Mate (MMN)Nuclear Trained Machinist Mate (MMN)Note To enlist for this rating, you must qualify for, and enlist under the Navys Nuclear Field Program. Nuclear-trained MMs perform duties in nuclear propulsion plants operating reactor control, propulsion and power generation systems. The character of NF jobs is mentally stimulating and offers career growth. The NF provides opportunities to work closely with specialists in the nuclear, technology, and engineering fields. Nuclear-trained MMs operate reactor control, propulsion, and power generation systems in nuclear propulsion plants. Working Environment The Nuclear Field program trains personnel for nuclear submarines (men only) and nuclear surface ship assignments. No promise can be made regarding the type of duty assigned. MMs may be required to perform some heavy physical work. They must be able to work closely with others and, in some cases, with limited supervision. A-School (Job School) Informatio n MM Rating A School, Charleston, SC 3 monthsNuke Power School, Charleston, SC 6 monthsNuclear Power Training Unit, Ballston Spa, NY or Charleston, SC 6 months Selected graduates are given additional training as Engineering Laboratory Technicians (ELT) or Propulsion Plant Operator Welders. ASVAB Score Requirement AR MK EI GS NAPT 290 OR AR MK VE MC NAPT 290 (Note NAPT Navy Advanced Programs Test. Its the Navys Nuclear Power Aptitude Test. For current enlistees, applying to retrain AR MK EI GS 252 OR AR MK VE MC 252 Security Clearance Requirement Secret Other Requirements Must have normal color perceptionMust have normal hearing (see below)72-month obligationMust be a U.S. CitizenMust Meet Criteria for Nuclear Field Enlistment ProgramMust meet test score criteria (no waivers) and other criteria set forth in NAVMILPERSCOMINST 1306.11 (series).Must be high school graduate (GED not acceptable), and have completed at least one year of algebra with a minimum gra de of C. Transcripts (or certified copy) must be filed in service record when enlisted. Minimum auditory requirements Frequency (HZ) / ISO 500/30 1000/30 2000/30 3000/45 4000/60 5000-8000/None Sub-Specialties Available for This Rating Navy Enlisted Classification Codes for MM(N) Current Manning Levels for This Rating CREO Listing Note Advancement (promotion ) opportunity and career progression are directly linked to a ratings manning level (i.e., personnel in undermanned ratings have greater promotion opportunity than those in overmanned ratings). Sea/Shore Rotation for This Rating First Sea Tour 54 monthsFirst Shore Tour 36 monthsSecond Sea Tour 60 monthsSecond Shore Tour 36 monthsThird Sea Tour 36 monthsThird Shore Tour 36monthsFourth Sea Tour 36 monthsForth Shore Tour 36 months Note Sea tours and shore tours for sailors that have completed four sea tours will be 36 months at sea followed by 36 months ashore until retirement. Much of the above information courtesy of the Navy Personnel Command