Navy Nuclear Operations

Nothing will change the course of your life like a career in Nuclear Operations. From operating control systems in the reactor room as a Nuclear Electronics Technician, to commanding a ship’s electrical power as a Nuclear Electrician’s Mate, to maintaining propulsion machinery as a Nuclear Machinist’s Mate-you’ll have the opportunity to work on the advanced nuclear systems aboard aircraft carriers and submarines. You’ll need unwavering passion for math and science along with enough determination to propel you through advanced training. But with lucrative post-service career opportunities at Fortune 500 companies and massive enlistment and re-enlistment bonuses, you’ll find it really does pay to be smart.
Learn more about our careers and how you can get up to a $40,000 bonus as a Nuke at bit.ly/2Kv6iaJ

[@Hunter82747]

Went through the officers' pipeline as a civilian contractor - this program has instilled a drive for excellence like no other before in my life.

[@americasnavy]

HOOYAH!

[@AnthonyJohnson-rd1rd]

@@americasnavy do you believe in UFOs

[@danc8019]

Propaganda ^

[@jackpistone8015]

@@danc8019which part of

[@HyperionGamingTOPKEK]

I know a lot of people who only signed on as nukes for the enlistment bonuses. They failed out and had to pay it all back. Including the portion they spent...

[@andrekeith3836]

Don't fail out then

[@JenandEllis]

@@andrekeith3836 Not failing out wasn't an option for half of my class. Seriously, some of these poor bastards were on mandatory 40 hours and seemed to be killing themselves to stay in. There were those who left for health or discipline reasons. Most who left failed. Those of us who made it, got to go to sea in a black metal tube with other seamen.

[@AstroBoy2020]

You don’t get the bonus until after you pass so..

[@maxsotelo9518]

@@JenandEllis I signed up for Nuke. I would like to start studying now if possible so it's not as hard later. Any advice on what books to start reading. I don't ship out until October.

[@clarkpelkey9248]

@@maxsotelo9518 not worth it. Just enjoy the free time now while you still have it, they give you plenty of time to study later. it’s mandatory, in fact.

[@MrJuannajera100]

Currently in the pipeline, finishing prototype. Join and do not forget why you did. You get an education and a brotherhood like no other. Nukes are a small but vital portion of the navy. Tips: study and do your work. Never thought id be capable of making it this far but with every exam that’s come my way glad to say I’ve passed every single one… there are many. Many…. But it’s worth it Will truly test your character and ability to succeed in the most extenuating circumstances. Give it your all and it will pay dividends. Hooyah. Class 2401

[@robosullivan704]

I got ripped! Class 9206.. my enlistment bonus was $3k!

[@johnjones5354]

Class 7705 My enlistment bonus was $0.

[@Sal-cx1wn]

reenlistment bonuses are up to 90k for ELTS right now and about 77k for surface MMs

[@USER_S4V4NT]

currently in the pipeline. wont lie, the navy nuke pipeline will make your head explode, if anyone trying to be a nuke heres my main tips, 1: put your heart into it and find a reason to succeed, 2: put in the work, if they see that your putting in effort they will put in as much effort into you as you give to them.

[@robosullivan704]

Class 9206.. we went to boot camp, A school and NNPS in Orlando. Then 3 choices for Prototype. I went to the MTS-626. but I had friends in Ballston Spa and Idaho

[@americasnavy]

HOOYAH ⚓️

[@osirisjunk3604]

The 626 is still kicking. Maybe a year or two left in the tank. They have 701 and 711 there now

[@davealmighty9638]

@@osirisjunk3604 i guess the 635 is gone?

[@osirisjunk3604]

@@davealmighty9638 yeah the 635 was taken out as I was getting rerated. It's the 626, 701, and 711 now

[@davealmighty9638]

@@osirisjunk3604 I qualified on the 635 25 years ago. I am amazed it lasted as long as it did.

[@IAMPOPP]

Best career I ever had!

[@americasnavy]

HOOYAH⚓️⚓️

[@IAMPOPP]

Hooyah!

[@aj9235]

Hey man not sure you’ll respond to me but i currently am intrigued in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program i took the practice asvab and got a 82, any tips you’d recommend?

[@Loquacious_Jackson]

How much are they paying you to leave these comments?

[@IAMPOPP]

@@aj9235 Hey there, I am sorry I didn't see your comment until now. Since we are now in the future, did you make a decision? Did you join? Do you still need any tips?

[@Jedi2155]

"Uranium in the presence of water will cause fission....." I don't think that's how it works.

[@jb76489]

It’s poorly phrased but not inaccurate. The presence of water slows the neutrons ejected during fission through elastic collisions. These neutrons are more likely to collide with uranium present thus increasing the rate of fission

[@iasimov5960]

Tell us, then. How does it work?

[@AtomicAJ74]

@@iasimov5960 Obviously, none of us who were in the Nuclear Navy can go into specific details about the Navy's nuclear plant designs. There is a wealth of information available in the public domain; I'll give you the short-short version of how a reactor works. Water in a reactor acts as a moderator (slows the neutrons down to a speed favorable for absorption by uranium). The absorption of neutrons will increase the rate of reaction. Get enough water at the right temperature in the right concentration and geometry of uranium and you have a sustained nuclear reaction. There's a whole lot more that goes into it. Nukes spend months studying how and why these reactions work. And the engineering that goes into the naval reactors to make them robust and reliable would make your head spin.

[@iasimov5960]

@@AtomicAJ74 I was RCLPO on an SSBN.

[@AtomicAJ74]

@@iasimov5960 So you knew the answer to the question, but asked it anyway because...?

[@kbarrett63]

[@kbarrett63]

@@Ash12428 HS grads operating reactors? Yes after 16-18 months of 40 hour a week school (IMO equal to a college BS degree) and still maintaining your sanity keeping your uniform clean because the chief saw a spec of dust. Once out of school, you're treated like a regular officer almost. The Captain of the boat HAS to ask your permission to enter your Control room :) oh, and the bonuses !!

[@kbarrett63]

@@Ash12428 ET > MM(ELT) > EM > MM is my preferred order of ratings. Some schools i have.seen give up to 45 hours of credit. Nuke officers are usually EOOW qualified and can go to any boat or ship.

[@americasnavy]

Specific underway schedules can vary widely. Normally ships will go to sea for 10 days to 2 weeks each month for training operations in preparation for deployment. Extended operations away from homeport can last up to 6 to 9 months, and ships typically deploy once every 18-24 months. This varies depending on the mission and type of ship one is stationed on. If someone is on a shore duty tour, they will likely spend no time at sea during that duty assignment.

[@thoamas1237]

I'm looking to go into Navy Nuke once i'm out of high school. I have bad habits that I've been trying to break but I also want to know good habits to make before going in. I have a year of high school left and I want to work in good habits while breaking the bad. Any suggstions?

[@thethinplace]

​@@thoamas1237 I'm an ETN1, and my advice is learn how to study. Develop grit. Expect more out of yourself.

[@5x114]

Who’s wearing NWUs in the main space

[@patefromclt8485]

i don’t think that job for me i’ll get everybody killed 💀💀💀

[@johnjones5354]

Complex? You only have two reactors. Try it with eight. USS Enterprise, CVN-65 1981-1984.

[@anarchybeaver26]

Jesus christ a 100000 dollar re enlistment bonus. That's fucked.

[@corymates7252]

anarchybeaver26 yeah it is insane however if u make it through program it’s well deserved

[@Gade757]

Really, wait to taxes get to it.100k is like 60k...don't believe that hype...

[@supremeladdie2473]

Gade just re-enlist overseas

[@Gade757]

@@supremeladdie2473 That only works in combat zones. If you don't do it in combat uncle Sam waits to you get home audited you....

[@coprice94]

military is having a hard time getting people to join and stay so they are giving big money to people

[@JasonY02]

So it’s basically a steam engine just no coal

[@mrpowerremvillamor5616]

👍👍👍

[@lmf221]

Don’t do it fam.

[@marrobles2726]

how come? i already have my shipping date

[@lmf221]

mar Robles it’s not an easy life. If you signed the papers you’ve made the commitment. Just work hard and take care of yourself. Ask for help if you need it and find a good mentor.

[@alexandertony2475]

@@lmf221 why not nuclear

[@blitzandchitzgaming2584]

@Buck Dewey you passed?

[@Jedi2155]

@Buck Dewey What doesn't kill you makes you stronger ;). Unless you're radioactive...that's a different story then.

[@CCMAUTO]

That was me oil king rp05 uss harry s Truman convenientl mm

[@moosehead4497]

Nuclear fisson doesn't happen only in the presence of water... I guess you gotta go back to school!

[@busterwilliams10]

Well that's not what he said, but the water helps to sustain the chain reaction. Otherwise your recruiter operator would have quite the time at the panel.

[@K1998Allpp]

Hello, How can I volunteer in the US Navy? Is there volunteering at the moment or not? I hope to respond because I want and sincerely to volunteer in the US Navy. Serving America. Honor me. Long live Trump. Long live America.

[@youraveragejoe2]

Www.navy.com and talk to a recruiter if you're interested.

[@john.t645]

Talk to a recruiter

[@K1998Allpp]

Your Average Joe 2 Yes I am very interested in volunteering in the ranks of the US Navy and I have registered my name on this site and sent to the recruiter message that the information you sent but did not respond to me by them did they agree to my request or not

[@youraveragejoe2]

@@K1998Allpp give it some time to respond. It's the weekend and they won't be in till Monday.

[@K1998Allpp]

Your Average Joe 2 Well, but I did not respond to him from about three months and I stayed and I got lost and did not reply If anyone knows the method of registration and follow-up and agree to volunteer in the Navy Let me help because my passion and love for the Navy I have the honor to reply

[@jefffromjuneau]

I don't know why they like calling them "nuclear powered" because technically these are steam/electric powered ships. Nuclear fission is the method used to create the steam. The fission itself does not power or electrify the vessel, it's a way to produce the heat necessary to heat water. Uranium has basically replaced coal, but the principle is the same. Pressurized steam is the desired product to turn the turbines that either directly turn the propellers and/or generate electricity. Nuclar power is just a more efficient way to create steam than fossil fuels....but it's heated and pressurized water (steam) that turns the turbines.

[@williamcollinson7245]

All electricity and propulsion aboard a Nuclear powered ship is from the energy created by fission. So... The ship is nuclear powered lol

[@entropynme]

@Scott Cole That's only if its heat based power generation. There is also chemical and mechanical like solar power, wind farms, batteries, etc.

[@williamblazkowicz5587]

Nuclear Submarine sounds cooler.

[@davealmighty9638]

The energy source is nuclear, therefore they are "nuclear powered". Thats the same way nuclear power plants on land work.

[@baboon_92]

Semantics.

[@andrewe360]

I have a nuclear key

[@kbarrett63]

I have the DPCO key :)

[@BrittanyJudkins]

Please stop doing hurt to Earth

[@spacedoctorkai]

Bruh

[@tripwire3992]

Are you a wet lemon? This is clearly the cleanest methof of running a ship

[@jermadonson6552]

This is good for earth