GSM Gas Turbine System Technician Mechanical

The Navy MOS GSM stands for Gas Turbine System Technician Mechanical.

GSMs are responsible for: Operating, repairing, and performing intermediate maintenance on gas turbine engines and main propulsion machinery Working with blueprints, schematics, and charts Performing administrative procedures related to gas turbine propulsion system operation and maintenance Performing work area inspections Testing lubricating oil

GSMs also operate: Electric plant control and main propulsion equipment Pumps Turning gears Air compressors Oil purification systems Low pressure air dehydrators Engineering control systems

To qualify for this rating, you need a composite score of 195 on the verbal (VE), arithmetic (AR), and mathematical knowledge. You should also have: Mechanical ability Manual dexterity Normal color perception Experience working with machines Some courses in physics

Approximately 2,800 men and women work in this rating.