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6962 WEAPONS PLANNING AND PROGRESS OFFICER [WEP PLN&PROG] [Job Code: 001630]
Formulates basic plans for Naval Sea Systems Command or related shore activities and reviews progress in
implementation thereof. Interprets broad naval weapons operational and material plans in order to develop systems
command or activity planning programs. Advises divisions and activities of indicated plan requirements, ensuring
revisions to conform to changing overall plans. Analyzes periodic reports from divisions and activities to ascertain
progress and to ensure coordination of program. Prepares special studies and reports as required.
Related Codes: NOBC - 6715, 6942, 6980; DOD Group - 4E Ordnance
6966 WEAPONS PLANS AND POLICIES DIRECTOR [WEP P&P DIR] [Job Code: 001633]
Exercises policy direction and control over particular phases of weapons engineering. Controls and directs
particular phases such as research and development, quality control, and weapons material functions and assists, as
assistant director or special assistant, in such direction and control. Coordinates weapons activities within major
field establishment such as shipyard or proving grounds.
Related Codes: NOBC - 6942, 6948, 6980; DOD Group - 4E Ordnance
6968 WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION PRODUCTION OFFICER [WEP&AMMO PROD] [Job Code: 001635]
Plans and superintends production of weapons and ammunition. Directs flow of work. Analyzes new designs
to determine interchangeability of parts, feasibility and economy of manufacture. Establishes manufacturing
procedures for production of experimental equipment. Oversees design, production and procurement of weapons
and ammunition. Maintains quality control and inspection of work in shops. Directs development of facilities to
ensure economical and efficient manufacturing. Ensures continuing contact with new or improved manufacturing
methods.
Related Codes: NOBC - 6914, 6938, 6940, 6978; DOD Group - 4E Ordnance
6974 WEAPONS TECHNICAL INFORMATION OFFICER [WEP TECH INFO] [Job Code: 001638]
Manages program for procurement, dissemination, and publication of weapons technical information.
Establishes and maintains procedures for receiving and recording technical reports, information and drawings.
Prepares technical publications providing information on minimum standards of calibration of special weapons,
including mechanical, electrical and nuclear components, test equipment, special design equipment and commercial
equipment. Reviews and evaluates technical information for pertinence to naval weapons programs. Assigns and
controls security classification of technical data.
Related Codes: NOBC - 2690, 6982; DOD Group - 4E Ordnance
6978 WEAPONS REPAIR OFFICER [WEP REP] [Job Code: 001643]
Plans and directs installation, repairs and alterations to shipboard weapons and associated equipment.
Supervises maintenance of equipment and oversees repair of weapons and weapons systems such as guns and
mounts, torpedoes and fire control systems. Inspects ships' armament to determine work required. Participates in
arrival conferences and schedules weapons repairs for vessels. Assigns personnel and renders technical assistance on
shop and shipboard repair work in progress. Inspects and approves completed work.
Related Codes: NOBC - 6940, 6968, 7999; DOD Group - 4E Ordnance
6980 WEAPONS RESEARCH PLANNING OFFICER [WEP RSCH PLN] [Job Code: 001646]
Directs planning and coordination of weapons research and development program. Prepares budget estimates,
directs allocation of funds and maintains necessary records. Ensures that various programs are in accordance with
material program. Maintains liaison with other services and government activities. Evaluates, by scientific analysis,
present and potential effectiveness of various weapons and weapons systems. Prepares reports.
Related Codes: NOBC - 2145, 6920, 6948, 6982; DOD Group - 5L Research and Development
Coordinators
6982 WEAPONS TECHNICAL OFFICER [WEP TECH] [Job Code: 001648]
Serves as advisor in basic engineering or scientific fields such as chemistry, physics, mathematics, metallurgy;
electrical, electronic, or mechanical engineering; weapons research, design, testing and production activities. Studies
current directives, service reports and field suggestions to determine needs in weapons research. Administers special
research projects established to develop particular type of weapons. Reviews and analyzes basic engineering or
scientific problems arising in the course of weapons research, testing, production and inspection.
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