Boatswain's Mate - Full Time
U.S. Navy job in Elizabeth, NJ
About Boatswains Mates (BMs), the oldest rate in the Navy, have a rich history of honored traditions. BMs are the leaders and backbone of every ships crew. They maintain the exterior surfaces of ships, deck handling machinery, and equipment, handle cargo, and operate small boats during various evolutions, including Anti-Terrorism Operations and Maritime Interdiction boardings of suspect ships.
Responsibilities
Standing watch as helmsman, lookouts, and Boatswain Mate of the Watch.
Repairing, maintaining, and stowing equipment in preparation for underway operations.
Serving as Search and Rescue swimmers.
Standing security watches while in port and underway.
Operating sound-powered telephone systems.
Participating in naval ceremonies.
Conducting underway replenishment (transferring supplies from ship to ship at sea).
Operating small boats and performing flight deck and amphibious operations.
Taking command of tugs, barges, and other small craft.
Supervising deck crew in cleaning, painting, and maintaining ships and their equipment.
Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations.
Teaching seamanship and serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations.
What to Expect
Boatswains Mates perform most of their duties outdoors, working closely with others. The majority of their work is physical in nature.
Work Environment
BMs spend about 60% of their time assigned to fleet units and 40% assigned to shore stations over a 20-year career. They often work in outdoor environments, which can be physically demanding and involve teamwork.
Training & Advancement
Upon completion of Recruit Training, BMs attend a four-week A school in Great Lakes, IL, where they learn basic general safety, watch standing, deck seamanship, underway replenishment, and preventive maintenance. Selected BMs may receive additional amphibious
training depending on future assignments. Promotion opportunities are above average compared to other Navy ratings.
Education Opportunities
BMs can earn college credits through the American Council on Education for courses taken in this rating. Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree
programs that support professional development and educational advancement.
Qualifications & Requirements
To qualify as a BM, individuals should:
Be able to get along well with others and speak clearly and distinctly.
Have resourcefulness, a good memory, curiosity, physical strength, manual dexterity, and the ability to work as a team member.
Be capable of performing repetitive tasks.
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Required qualifications:
18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
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Government & Military
Advanced Electronics / Computer Field Technician (Electronics Technician & Fire Controlman) - Full Time
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
About The Navys Advanced Electronics / Computer Field (AECF) offers extensive training in electronics, computer systems, radar, communications, and weapons fire control systems, including the Navys advanced missile systems and Aegis radar. These technicians are essential to the ships Combat Systems department, ensuring readiness for combat operations across the fleet.
Responsibilities
As an Electronics Technician (ET) or Fire Controlman (FC), you may:
Maintain and repair radar, communication, and navigation equipment.
Operate, maintain, and repair fire control radars, mainframe computers, large screen displays, LANs, weapon control consoles, and automatic gun systems.
Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical systems used in weapons systems.
Support combat systems readiness aboard aircraft carriers, Aegis cruisers, and other surface ships.
Work Environment
ETs and FCs serve on fleet units worldwide and at shore-based repair facilities. Expect assignments aboard ships, at remote stations, and in technical repair shops. Work is highly technical, requiring precision and teamwork.
Training & Advancement
Apprentice Technical Training Great Lakes, IL (11 weeks)
FC Strand Great Lakes, IL (16 weeks)
ET Strand Great Lakes, IL (22 weeks) Training covers electronics theory, radar systems, communications suites, missile and gun system ballistics, troubleshooting, and fiber optics. After A School, technicians may attend advanced C Schools. College credits are often available for Navy training.
Education Opportunities
Navy College Program & Tuition Assistance
Post-9/11 GI Bill
College credits via the American Council on Education
Industry-recognized certifications through Navy COOL
Department of Labor apprenticeships via USMAP
Qualifications & Requirements
U.S. citizen, eligible for security clearance
Normal hearing and color perception
Strong aptitude in math, computing, and electronics
Ability to work as part of a team and perform detailed technical work
Pay & Benefits
Competitive salary
Enlistment and re-enlistment bonuses
Free health insurance & housing
Retirement plan
Paid training
Required qualifications:
18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
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Search & Rescue
U.S. Navy job in Elizabeth, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
When lives are on the line, Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmers (AIRRs) are exceptionally adept at answering the call. These brave men and women embody the courage of Americas Navy readily going into harms way to complete their rescue missions in some of the most extreme environments imaginable. As part of the most elite helicopter emergency response team in the world, youll be tasked with saving the lives of people caught in the waves. Living by the motto, So others may live, rescue swimmers put their skills to the test for others each time they leap into the sea.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Aviation Rescue Swimmers are tasked with entering treacherous conditions to assist with rescue missions, humanitarian assistance and operational support. One day you may be evacuating families on the other side of the globe amidst a catastrophic storm and the next day rescuing the crew of a ship off the Pacific coast or saving a mountain climber hanging from an inaccessible cliff.
Depending on your role, duties may include:
Coordinating with pilots as an Aircrewman aboard helicopters.
Saving the crew of downed aircraft, people aboard stranded or capsized vessels at sea, or hikers and mountain climbers in danger.
Rescuing civilians during natural disasters in collaboration with other forces such as the Coast Guard.
Delivering aid and supplies to other countries in humanitarian operations.
Providing support to Naval Special Warfare Operations.
Conducting surveillance in anti-submarine warfare and drug interdiction operations.
Operating radar, forward-looking infrared sensors, missile systems and door guns in anti-surface operations.
Transporting troops and cargo to and from ships.
In this role, you will specialize as a Naval Aircrewman Tactical (AWR).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
As an AWR, you will operate in almost every type of extreme environment and may be assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) sea or shore duty in any part of the world. You could be assigned to squadrons at Naval Air Stations and may deploy aboard aircraft carriers, surface combat ships, and support ships.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
Aviation Rescue Swimmers must be prepared to operate in any challenging environment. It's why two years of training in advanced swimming and lifesaving techniques, helicopter mission equipment and helicopter weapons systems are required before you report to your first squadron. Throughout training, candidates are continually tested mentally and physically as they advance to more rigorous and challenging scenarios.
Upon completion of initial training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), those pursuing an Aircrewman role undergo the following training pipeline:
Aircrew Candidate School(4 weeks) in Pensacola, FL, to learn water and land survival skills and flight safety
Rescue Swimmer School(5 weeks) in Pensacola, FL, to learn search and rescue techniques
Class A Technical School(5 weeks for AWS/12 weeks for AWR) in Pensacola, FL, to study basic skills in Naval Aviation
SERE School(2 weeks) in North Island, CA, or Portsmouth, NH, to train in Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) techniques
Fleet Replacement Squadrons(6 months for AWS/10 months for AWR) for on-site aircraft systems training in North Island, CA , Jacksonville, FL or Norfolk, VA.
After graduation, an AIRR may be assigned to a helicopter command at sea or on shore duty in various locations throughout the U.S., including San Diego, CA; Norfolk, VA; Jacksonville, FL; China Lake, CA; Whidbey Island, WA; Key West, FL.; and many others.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their knowledge. Navy training provides skills and knowledge in everything from military tactics and small arms use to survival and other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in this field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
No college degree is required to become an AIRR, but a high degree of difficulty comes standard with nearly everything youll do. Training is tough and ongoing.
To qualify for Rescue Swimmer Training, both men and women must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: uncorrected vision no worse than 20/100; correctable to 20/20 in both eyes with normal depth and color perception.
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: VE+AR+MK+MC=210 or VE+AR+MK+AS=210.
Pass a PST in DEP/Boot Camp.
Pass Class 1 Flight Physical.
Be 30 years of age or younger.
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance.
You should be in excellent physical condition and a strong swimmer. Get the full details on AIRR training.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other healthcare professional before starting any exercise regimen or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or healthcare provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careers to find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as a Reserve Sailor in the Navy.
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Special Warfare Combat Crewman
U.S. Navy job in Woodbridge, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
From shallow rivers to distant shores, the United States depends on an elite defense force known as Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen, or SWCC. You may have never heard of them, and thats on purposetheir missions are the kind the Navy keeps quiet because of how vitally important they are. As the Sailors who insert and extract Navy SEALs from classified locations around the world, they are true warriorshighly trained, disciplined and distinguished. Their motto is On Time, On Target, Never Quit, and they live up to every word.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SWCC are extensively trained to execute high-risk warfare and reconnaissance missions in river and coastline settings. As a member of this tightly-knit community, you may:
Insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels
Collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas
Assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
Operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions
Perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic
Provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate
Integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SWCC operators may be deployed anywhere in the world and operate day or night in cold weather, desert, tropical or jungle environments. Many operations will take place along river or coastline settings. Though much of your time will be spent training or in the field on missions, you may work in an office on administration duties from time to time.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
As a SWCC operator, you will undergo some of the most demanding physical and mental training in the world. While qualifying for SWCC in the Delayed Entry Program is preferred, you may also volunteer any time during your enlistment after completing boot camp and prior to your 31st birthday.
While at the 10-week Recruit Training Command (RTC), also known as Boot Camp, you will take part in a rigorous physical examination and medical screening. Upon review of your entrance medical examinations, further physical screening tests will be given at RTC. Following completion of boot camp, you will begin specialized training, including:
Naval Special Warfare Orientation(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical and psychological preparation for SWCC Assessment and Selection.
Basic Crewman Selection (BCS)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for physical training and aquatic skills.
Basic Crewmen Training (BCT)(7 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for training in basic seamanship, boat handling, teamwork and mental tenacity.
Crewman Qualification Training (CQT)(10 weeks) in Coronado, CA, for advanced tactical knowledge and warfare skills training.
Get the full details on SWCC training.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Its also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuablecredentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Warfare community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal, to knowledge of chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Navy SWCC operator, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess. For those making the cut, immense challenges and constant training are a way of life.
To qualify for SWCC training, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: AR+VE=103, MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
SWCCs should possess an aptitude for mechanical skills, study habits, arithmetic and basic algebra, and have good use of your hands.
You should be in excellent physical condition and motivated to endure rigorous physiological demands. Strong swimming skills and the ability to withstand fatigue is essential. SWCCs must be able to work under stressful and hazardous conditions. Important personal traits also include self-assurance and self-confidence, and the willingness to follow orders.
Visit the Navy SWCC PSTCalculator to review the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether yourecurrently serving, whether youveserved before or whether youvenever served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careersto find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as aReserveSailor in the Navy.
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Master-at-Arms - Full Time
U.S. Navy job in Plainfield, NJ
About Masters-at-Arms (MAs) are security specialists who perform antiterrorism, force protection, physical security, and law enforcement duties on land and at sea. They may operate force protection watercraft, direct investigations, control base access points, or supervise K9 assets.
Responsibilities
The duties performed by Masters-at-Arms include:
Conducting waterborne security patrols and interdiction operations.
Performing U.S. Customs inspections and base security patrols.
Implementing aircraft and flightline security standards.
Conducting law enforcement operations and river security missions.
Providing protective services to high-ranking dignitaries and government officials.
Supervising K-9 explosive and narcotics detection operations.
Performing physical security inspections and preliminary investigations into UCMJ violations.
Organizing and training security force personnel.
Operating brigs (jails) and conducting crime prevention programs.
What to Expect
MAs may serve at shore stations in the U.S. and overseas, aboard ships, or as part of maritime expeditionary security squadrons. Their work environment varies widely depending on individual assignments.
Work Environment
MAs spend about 60% of their time assigned to fleet units and 40% to shore stations over a 20-year career. They may serve in expeditionary security locations worldwide, providing landward and seaward security in support of Joint Service operations.
Training & Advancement
After completing Recruit Training, MAs attend a 10-week A school in San Antonio, TX, where they learn antiterrorism techniques, armed sentry/post standing techniques, crime prevention, military and civil law, physical fitness, communications, first aid, firearms deployment, and physical restraint techniques. Promotion opportunities are excellent for motivated personnel.
Education Opportunities
MAs can earn college credits through the American Council on Education for courses taken in this rating. The USNCC also offers degree programs that support educational and career
advancement.
Qualifications & Requirements
To qualify as an MA, individuals should:
Be people-oriented, dedicated, resourceful, and versatile.
Possess strong writing and speaking skills, a good memory, and the ability to conduct detailed work while maintaining accurate records.
Demonstrate physical strength, manual dexterity, and competence with tools, equipment, and machines.
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Required qualifications:
18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
Chaplain
U.S. Navy job in Elizabeth, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others.
For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to:
Conduct worship services in a variety of settings
Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms
Counsel individuals who seek guidance
Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups
Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members
Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs
Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences
Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student.
Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen or equivalent
Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution
Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience
Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
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Bomb Technical
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
Americans live for fireworks on the Fourth of July. The other 364 days of the year, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technicians and Officers are doing all they can to prevent them. Using advanced tools like cutting-edge robotic technology and explosives chemistry, this elite group performs missions that require immense bravery from jumping out of airplanes to blowing up underwater mines. This job is no cake walk you must be smart, tough, quick-thinking, and cool under pressure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an EOD Tech, youll receive extensive training to perform missions neutralizing explosive weapons in almost every environment. Your duties may require you to:
Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives.
Neutralize various ordnance, including sea mines, torpedoes or depth charges.
Work with cutting-edge technology to remotely disable unsafe ordnance.
Perform parachute or helicopter insertion operations.
Support law enforcement agencies.
Clear waterways of mines in support of our ships and submarines.
Lend your skills and support to other military units or offices, such as the U.S. Secret Service or the U.S. Department of State.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Your missions will take you to every corner of the world. One assignment may have you parachuting from 17,000 feet into enemy territory, while the next may deliver you stealthily to a foreign nation via an 11-foot RHIB boat. It all depends on which unit youre supporting and the type of mission to be completed. Though there will be administrative work, the majority of your time will be spent out from behind a desk and in the field.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
Upon completion of the initial 10-week training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), youll begin a specialized training program to prepare you for your career as an EOD Tech.
EOD Preparatory Course(4 weeks) The EOD training pipeline starts with training in Great Lakes, IL, where candidates work on swim strokes development, long-range swims and physical conditioning. Candidates receive daily human performance coaching on mental resiliency, strength training form, running, swimming, calisthenics as well as proper rest, recovery and nutrition. Classroom instruction includes introductions to small boat operations, professional military education, and risk management.
EOD Assessment and Selection (4 weeks) After Prep, candidates will be challenged in a grueling training environment.
EOD Assessment and Selection Course (4 weeks) After Prep, candidates will be challenged in a grueling training environment in which they are constantly assessed on their comfort in the water, physical fitness, academic ability, professionalism, and peer rankings. Classroom instruction includes topics such as risk management, dive physics, diving medicine, small boat navigation, and navy maintenance. Daily physical training and assessments are centered around five advanced aquatic adaptability skills, ruck runs, distance swims, and the human performance test. At the end of the course, candidates will participate in a formal selection board where instructors will select the best qualified and most likely to successfully complete advanced training to graduate and proceed to diver training.
Diver Training(9 weeks) Next comes dive school at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC) in Panama City, FL. Training covers basic concepts of scuba diving as well as dive physics, physiology and basic dive medicine. Candidates also learn about equipment such as the MK16 and MK25 underwater rebreather.
EOD School(56 weeks) After successfully completing dive school, candidates transfer to Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal School at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, FL. This training comes in several sections, each section building upon the skills learned from previous areas of training. Candidates will train in demolition operations, rendering safe bombs, missiles, landmines, defusing Improvise Explosive Devices (IEDs), protecting and detecting against Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) weapons and mastering skills needed to defeat underwater ordnance such as sea mines and torpedoes.
Basic Parachute Training(3 weeks) After completing basic EOD school, graduates attend Basic Airborne Training (jump school) at Fort Benning, GA, where they qualify as basic parachutists.
EOD Tactical Training(3 weeks) The final phase of training is in San Diego, CA. It teaches helicopter insertion (fast-rope, rappel, cast and special patrol insertion, and extraction rigging), small arms/weapons training, small unit tactics (weapons, self-defense, land navigation and patrolling) and tactical communications (satellite and high frequency).
Upon successful completion of the EOD training pipeline, graduates are assigned to EOD Mobile Units where they gain advanced on-the-job training and experience as members of EOD Platoons..
Advanced Training EOD technicians may pursue advanced training options to hone and specialize their skills:
Parachute water insertion training
Military Freefall
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD)
WMD training
Jumpmaster training
Small unit tactics
Small arms instructor
Language school (Defense Language Institute)
EOD communications (tactical radio communications)
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
For those with further leadership aspirations and a college degree, EOD Officer roles are available, providing the opportunity to lead and train others.
Post-service Opportunities
Its also important to note that the specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of
service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Navy Special Operations community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides skills and knowledge in everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal to chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW/NSO field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
No college degree is required to apply for a position as an EOD Technician. However, a high degree of difficulty should be expected. Training is tough and ongoing. You can apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD Technicians at any time during your first enlistment.
Entry Requirements
Eyesight 20/200 bilateral correctable to 20/25 with no colorblindness
Minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score AR+VE=109, MC=51 or GS+MC+EI=169
Be 30 years of age or younger
Pass a physical and separate medical examination required for divers (approved by Diving Medical Officer)
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
EOD PST Minimum Standards
Swim: Swim + Run
Push-ups 50
Curl-ups 50
Pull-ups 6
Run: Swim + Run
NOTE: Swim and run combined must be equal to or less than 21 minutes. Individually, the run or swim time cannot be more than 12:30
Additional requirements specific to Active Duty EOD Technician candidates include:
36 months of obligated service upon completion of training
No non-judicial punishments or court martial convictions during the 12 months prior to application
Meet medical standards as specified in the NAVMED P-117
Meet minimum performance standards
Pass a hyperbaric pressure tolerance test
Be on board present command for two years
Be screened by an EOD Officer or E-6 or above Master EOD Technician
Be recommended by your current Commanding Officer
You should be in excellent physical condition and possess good swimming skills. The ability to perform detailed tasks in stressful conditions is also essential.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other healthcare professional before starting any exercise regimen or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or healthcare provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careers to find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as a Reserve Sailor in the Navy.
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Medical Assistant
U.S. Navy job in Elizabeth, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
The Navy relies on exceptional medical personnel to keep our servicemen and women healthy. As a Hospital Corpsman, youll get to try your hand at just about everything while making a huge difference for the Sailors you serve.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Hospital Corpsmen (HM) assist health care professionals in providing medical care to Navy personnel and their families. They may function as clinical or specialty technicians, medical administrative personnel and healthcare providers at medical treatment facilities. Specifically, Hospital Corpsmen may be called upon to:
Perform emergency medical treatment on SEALs, Seabees, Marines and other military personnel injured in the field, as well as on Sailors aboard ships or aircraft
Perform emergency dental treatment as well as construct dental crowns and bridges, process
dental X-rays and operate X-ray equipment
Serve as an operating room technician for general and specialized surgery
Help administer a wide range of preventive care and medications, including immunizations and intravenous fluids
Conduct physical examinations and assisting in the treatment of diseases and injuries
Maintain patient treatment records, conduct research and perform clinical tests
Assist Navy Physicians and Nurses in a variety of medical fields, including, but not limited to: radiology, physical therapy, phlebotomy, dental, surgery, family medicine, pathology, womens health and more
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll 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 bachelors 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 youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
As a Hospital Corpsman, you have the most diverse range of work environments available in the Navy. Your job will likely take you all over the worldand far out of your comfort zone. As a Hospital Corpsman, you could be assigned to a Navy medical treatment facility, like an on-base hospital or clinic. You could also work on an aircraft carrier in the middle of the ocean or a submarine in the depths of the sea.
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, Hospital Corpsmen in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
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Nuclear Engineer
U.S. Navy job in New York, NY
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
The most powerful energy sources in the world need the most powerful minds behind them. As a Nuclear Reactors Engineer, youll be responsible for researching, designing, maintaining, operating and regulating the nuclear reactors and power plants that drive the most advanced fleet of submarines and aircraft carriers on Earth. Here, you can fuel a passion for problem-solving by defining and redefining the cutting edge of nuclear propulsion, while setting the standard in nuclear reactor research and regulation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Naval Reactors Engineers have oversight of the Navy's entire fleet of nuclear-powered ships as well as shore-based prototypes and nuclear propulsion support facilities for Americas Navy. The wide array of technical areas involved in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program include:
Reactor and fluid systems design
Reactor physics
Materials development
Component design such as steam generators, pumps and valves
Instrumentation and control of reactor, steam and electric plants
Testing and quality control
Shielding
Chemistry and radiological controls
As a Navy Reactors Engineer stationed at Naval Reactors Headquarters in Washington, D.C., you will provide technical oversight while managing projects ranging from reactor design to fleet operations to de-fueling and decommissioning warships.
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to the best-in-class training and state-of-the-art facilities, current undergrad students who meet the prerequisite background will also get the chance to get paid while finishing school through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) program. Students in majors like mathematics, engineering, physics and chemistry may receive preferred acceptance into the program.
If accepted into the NUPOC program as an aspiring Naval Reactors Engineer, you can:
Receive a salary in excess of $4,000 per month for up to 18 months prior to your college graduation
Receive an immediate one-time sign-on bonus of $15,000
Enjoy military health care benefits while you are a student in the program
Postgraduate Education Opportunities
As a Naval Reactors Engineer, once youre out of school youll have a position waiting as a respected professional and Officer affiliated with the most accomplished nuclear program on earth. Beyond undergraduate and formal Navy training and education, you can pursue additional graduate education through the following:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Using Tuition Assistance to attend online or in-person graduate programs during shore assignments.
Navy College Program
VOLED Assistance Center
VOLED Region Advisors
The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)
Navy War College (NWC)
USAF Air University Air Command and Staff College
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen between the ages of 19 and 29. Exceptions may be possible up to age 40.
Graduate or current student pursuing a B.A., B.S. or M.S. (preferably major in mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry or other technical areas).
Those still in school may apply as early as 18 months from completion of an undergraduate degree for Naval Reactors Engineers.
Applicants may also join the NUPOC program as early as 12 months from completion of a master's degree.
Additional academic requirements include:
Completed one academic year of calculus
Completed one academic year of calculus-based physics
A competitive GPA and a minimum grade of "B" in all technical courses
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Preliminary training and eventual staff assignments center around Naval Reactors Headquarters at the Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. At Headquarters, you will be a part of an elite, streamlined staff of roughly 500 people who oversee the entire Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program from cradle to grave.
Even junior-level Naval Reactors Engineers assume responsibility for key technical work in a variety of state-of-the-art facilities, including:
Two Department of Energy laboratories
Two nuclear prototype/training sites
Nearly 100 nuclear-powered ships and submarines
Six shipyards
More than 1,000 firms that support the Naval Reactors Program
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US Navy Diver
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
Not many people can claim the ocean as their office. As a Navy Diver, your job will take you to the depths of the sea to perform underwater welding on ships, search harbors for impediments, retrieve sunken ship wreckage and even pull astronauts from the space capsule when they land in the sea. For you and your highly-trained teammates, its all in a days work. This is the best kept secret in the Navyif the sea is calling you, this is how you answer.
DIVER IN THE NAVY
Navy Divers operate anywhere from the shallow waters of coral reefs and harbors around the world to the freezing depths beneath icebergs, accomplishing specialized tasks below the surface, with no margin for error. Your job as a Diver could encompass many specialties, including:
Performing wreckage salvage operations and underwater repairs
Conducting harbor and waterway clearance operations
Assisting in construction and demolition projects
Executing search and rescue missions
Performing deep submergence operations and saturation diving, which could involve living and working at extreme depths for days or weeks at a time
Launch and recover SEAL delivered vehicles from submarines
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
Paid training
College credit
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Operations community have many unique opportunities to advance their knowledge. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of SCUBA to Hard hat diving, underwater welding, demolition and a number of other tactical military procedures and tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in this field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
No college degree is required to become a Navy SEAL, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess.
Upon joining the Navy, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: GS+MC+EI=170 or VE+MK+MC+CS=220 or VE+AR=103 MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Pass a physical examination required fordivers
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other health-care professional before starting any exercise regime or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or health-care provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Fittingly, the Navy Diver motto is We Dive the World Over. Members of this Special Operations force travel the world, working in just about every possible undersea environmentfrom cold, muddy water where underwater tasks must be completed without the use of sight, to warm, tropical waters clear enough for underwater photography
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Information Technology Professional
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
At any given moment, hundreds of complex networked computer systems are operating in tandem to keep ships and submarines operating at their best. The specialized training youll receive in this field will pave the way to careers in IT and network support, computer programming, web development and information security.
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING JOBS IN THE NAVY INFORMATION
SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN
When a network goes down, vital information may be lost, from global satellite data to special intelligence communications. Thats why its critical that trained Information Systems Technicians are on board to make sure networks and related systems are designed and operated properly and errors are fixed without any interruption to the mission.
CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN NETWORKS
As a Cryptologic Technician Networks, you fight in the battlespace of the future. Use state-of- the-art technology to perform offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigating and tracking enemies while also protecting our networks from attacks. As an expert in communication defense and forensics, youll be expected to rise to the ever-evolving challenge of maintaining cybersecurity.
INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST
Collect intel on everythingdata on foreign cultures, enemy movements, current weather forecasts, etc. Then, use it to create cohesive intelligence briefings for high-ranking Navy officials. Your deep understanding of global culture and battlespaces makes you a critical component of mission readiness. Solid intel isnt easy to come by, but as an IS, you can save lives by helping us stay ready for anything.
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll 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 bachelors 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 youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
These roles perform a variety of duties worldwide, at numerous overseas and stateside shore commands, aboard surface ships, aircraft and submarines. They generally divide time between assignments ashore and afloat.
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.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
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Boatswain's Mate - Full Time
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
About Boatswains Mates (BMs), the oldest rate in the Navy, have a rich history of honored traditions. BMs are the leaders and backbone of every ships crew. They maintain the exterior surfaces of ships, deck handling machinery, and equipment, handle cargo, and operate small boats during various evolutions, including Anti-Terrorism Operations and Maritime Interdiction boardings of suspect ships.
Responsibilities
Standing watch as helmsman, lookouts, and Boatswain Mate of the Watch.
Repairing, maintaining, and stowing equipment in preparation for underway operations.
Serving as Search and Rescue swimmers.
Standing security watches while in port and underway.
Operating sound-powered telephone systems.
Participating in naval ceremonies.
Conducting underway replenishment (transferring supplies from ship to ship at sea).
Operating small boats and performing flight deck and amphibious operations.
Taking command of tugs, barges, and other small craft.
Supervising deck crew in cleaning, painting, and maintaining ships and their equipment.
Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations.
Teaching seamanship and serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations.
What to Expect
Boatswains Mates perform most of their duties outdoors, working closely with others. The majority of their work is physical in nature.
Work Environment
BMs spend about 60% of their time assigned to fleet units and 40% assigned to shore stations over a 20-year career. They often work in outdoor environments, which can be physically demanding and involve teamwork.
Training & Advancement
Upon completion of Recruit Training, BMs attend a four-week A school in Great Lakes, IL, where they learn basic general safety, watch standing, deck seamanship, underway replenishment, and preventive maintenance. Selected BMs may receive additional amphibious
training depending on future assignments. Promotion opportunities are above average compared to other Navy ratings.
Education Opportunities
BMs can earn college credits through the American Council on Education for courses taken in this rating. Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree
programs that support professional development and educational advancement.
Qualifications & Requirements
To qualify as a BM, individuals should:
Be able to get along well with others and speak clearly and distinctly.
Have resourcefulness, a good memory, curiosity, physical strength, manual dexterity, and the ability to work as a team member.
Be capable of performing repetitive tasks.
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Required qualifications:
18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
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Search & Rescue
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
When lives are on the line, Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmers (AIRRs) are exceptionally adept at answering the call. These brave men and women embody the courage of Americas Navy readily going into harms way to complete their rescue missions in some of the most extreme environments imaginable. As part of the most elite helicopter emergency response team in the world, youll be tasked with saving the lives of people caught in the waves. Living by the motto, So others may live, rescue swimmers put their skills to the test for others each time they leap into the sea.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Aviation Rescue Swimmers are tasked with entering treacherous conditions to assist with rescue missions, humanitarian assistance and operational support. One day you may be evacuating families on the other side of the globe amidst a catastrophic storm and the next day rescuing the crew of a ship off the Pacific coast or saving a mountain climber hanging from an inaccessible cliff.
Depending on your role, duties may include:
Coordinating with pilots as an Aircrewman aboard helicopters.
Saving the crew of downed aircraft, people aboard stranded or capsized vessels at sea, or hikers and mountain climbers in danger.
Rescuing civilians during natural disasters in collaboration with other forces such as the Coast Guard.
Delivering aid and supplies to other countries in humanitarian operations.
Providing support to Naval Special Warfare Operations.
Conducting surveillance in anti-submarine warfare and drug interdiction operations.
Operating radar, forward-looking infrared sensors, missile systems and door guns in anti-surface operations.
Transporting troops and cargo to and from ships.
In this role, you will specialize as a Naval Aircrewman Tactical (AWR).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
As an AWR, you will operate in almost every type of extreme environment and may be assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) sea or shore duty in any part of the world. You could be assigned to squadrons at Naval Air Stations and may deploy aboard aircraft carriers, surface combat ships, and support ships.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
Aviation Rescue Swimmers must be prepared to operate in any challenging environment. It's why two years of training in advanced swimming and lifesaving techniques, helicopter mission equipment and helicopter weapons systems are required before you report to your first squadron. Throughout training, candidates are continually tested mentally and physically as they advance to more rigorous and challenging scenarios.
Upon completion of initial training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), those pursuing an Aircrewman role undergo the following training pipeline:
Aircrew Candidate School(4 weeks) in Pensacola, FL, to learn water and land survival skills and flight safety
Rescue Swimmer School(5 weeks) in Pensacola, FL, to learn search and rescue techniques
Class A Technical School(5 weeks for AWS/12 weeks for AWR) in Pensacola, FL, to study basic skills in Naval Aviation
SERE School(2 weeks) in North Island, CA, or Portsmouth, NH, to train in Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) techniques
Fleet Replacement Squadrons(6 months for AWS/10 months for AWR) for on-site aircraft systems training in North Island, CA , Jacksonville, FL or Norfolk, VA.
After graduation, an AIRR may be assigned to a helicopter command at sea or on shore duty in various locations throughout the U.S., including San Diego, CA; Norfolk, VA; Jacksonville, FL; China Lake, CA; Whidbey Island, WA; Key West, FL.; and many others.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their knowledge. Navy training provides skills and knowledge in everything from military tactics and small arms use to survival and other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in this field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
No college degree is required to become an AIRR, but a high degree of difficulty comes standard with nearly everything youll do. Training is tough and ongoing.
To qualify for Rescue Swimmer Training, both men and women must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: uncorrected vision no worse than 20/100; correctable to 20/20 in both eyes with normal depth and color perception.
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: VE+AR+MK+MC=210 or VE+AR+MK+AS=210.
Pass a PST in DEP/Boot Camp.
Pass Class 1 Flight Physical.
Be 30 years of age or younger.
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance.
You should be in excellent physical condition and a strong swimmer. Get the full details on AIRR training.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other healthcare professional before starting any exercise regimen or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or healthcare provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careers to find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as a Reserve Sailor in the Navy.
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Bomb Technical
U.S. Navy job in Woodbridge, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
Americans live for fireworks on the Fourth of July. The other 364 days of the year, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technicians and Officers are doing all they can to prevent them. Using advanced tools like cutting-edge robotic technology and explosives chemistry, this elite group performs missions that require immense bravery from jumping out of airplanes to blowing up underwater mines. This job is no cake walk you must be smart, tough, quick-thinking, and cool under pressure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an EOD Tech, youll receive extensive training to perform missions neutralizing explosive weapons in almost every environment. Your duties may require you to:
Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives.
Neutralize various ordnance, including sea mines, torpedoes or depth charges.
Work with cutting-edge technology to remotely disable unsafe ordnance.
Perform parachute or helicopter insertion operations.
Support law enforcement agencies.
Clear waterways of mines in support of our ships and submarines.
Lend your skills and support to other military units or offices, such as the U.S. Secret Service or the U.S. Department of State.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Your missions will take you to every corner of the world. One assignment may have you parachuting from 17,000 feet into enemy territory, while the next may deliver you stealthily to a foreign nation via an 11-foot RHIB boat. It all depends on which unit youre supporting and the type of mission to be completed. Though there will be administrative work, the majority of your time will be spent out from behind a desk and in the field.
TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT
Upon completion of the initial 10-week training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), youll begin a specialized training program to prepare you for your career as an EOD Tech.
EOD Preparatory Course(4 weeks) The EOD training pipeline starts with training in Great Lakes, IL, where candidates work on swim strokes development, long-range swims and physical conditioning. Candidates receive daily human performance coaching on mental resiliency, strength training form, running, swimming, calisthenics as well as proper rest, recovery and nutrition. Classroom instruction includes introductions to small boat operations, professional military education, and risk management.
EOD Assessment and Selection (4 weeks) After Prep, candidates will be challenged in a grueling training environment.
EOD Assessment and Selection Course (4 weeks) After Prep, candidates will be challenged in a grueling training environment in which they are constantly assessed on their comfort in the water, physical fitness, academic ability, professionalism, and peer rankings. Classroom instruction includes topics such as risk management, dive physics, diving medicine, small boat navigation, and navy maintenance. Daily physical training and assessments are centered around five advanced aquatic adaptability skills, ruck runs, distance swims, and the human performance test. At the end of the course, candidates will participate in a formal selection board where instructors will select the best qualified and most likely to successfully complete advanced training to graduate and proceed to diver training.
Diver Training(9 weeks) Next comes dive school at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC) in Panama City, FL. Training covers basic concepts of scuba diving as well as dive physics, physiology and basic dive medicine. Candidates also learn about equipment such as the MK16 and MK25 underwater rebreather.
EOD School(56 weeks) After successfully completing dive school, candidates transfer to Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal School at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, FL. This training comes in several sections, each section building upon the skills learned from previous areas of training. Candidates will train in demolition operations, rendering safe bombs, missiles, landmines, defusing Improvise Explosive Devices (IEDs), protecting and detecting against Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) weapons and mastering skills needed to defeat underwater ordnance such as sea mines and torpedoes.
Basic Parachute Training(3 weeks) After completing basic EOD school, graduates attend Basic Airborne Training (jump school) at Fort Benning, GA, where they qualify as basic parachutists.
EOD Tactical Training(3 weeks) The final phase of training is in San Diego, CA. It teaches helicopter insertion (fast-rope, rappel, cast and special patrol insertion, and extraction rigging), small arms/weapons training, small unit tactics (weapons, self-defense, land navigation and patrolling) and tactical communications (satellite and high frequency).
Upon successful completion of the EOD training pipeline, graduates are assigned to EOD Mobile Units where they gain advanced on-the-job training and experience as members of EOD Platoons..
Advanced Training EOD technicians may pursue advanced training options to hone and specialize their skills:
Parachute water insertion training
Military Freefall
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD)
WMD training
Jumpmaster training
Small unit tactics
Small arms instructor
Language school (Defense Language Institute)
EOD communications (tactical radio communications)
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
For those with further leadership aspirations and a college degree, EOD Officer roles are available, providing the opportunity to lead and train others.
Post-service Opportunities
Its also important to note that the specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of
service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Navy Special Operations community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides skills and knowledge in everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal to chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW/NSO field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
No college degree is required to apply for a position as an EOD Technician. However, a high degree of difficulty should be expected. Training is tough and ongoing. You can apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD Technicians at any time during your first enlistment.
Entry Requirements
Eyesight 20/200 bilateral correctable to 20/25 with no colorblindness
Minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score AR+VE=109, MC=51 or GS+MC+EI=169
Be 30 years of age or younger
Pass a physical and separate medical examination required for divers (approved by Diving Medical Officer)
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
EOD PST Minimum Standards
Swim: Swim + Run
Push-ups 50
Curl-ups 50
Pull-ups 6
Run: Swim + Run
NOTE: Swim and run combined must be equal to or less than 21 minutes. Individually, the run or swim time cannot be more than 12:30
Additional requirements specific to Active Duty EOD Technician candidates include:
36 months of obligated service upon completion of training
No non-judicial punishments or court martial convictions during the 12 months prior to application
Meet medical standards as specified in the NAVMED P-117
Meet minimum performance standards
Pass a hyperbaric pressure tolerance test
Be on board present command for two years
Be screened by an EOD Officer or E-6 or above Master EOD Technician
Be recommended by your current Commanding Officer
You should be in excellent physical condition and possess good swimming skills. The ability to perform detailed tasks in stressful conditions is also essential.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other healthcare professional before starting any exercise regimen or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or healthcare provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careers to find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as a Reserve Sailor in the Navy.
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Chaplain
U.S. Navy job in Plainfield, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others.
For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to:
Conduct worship services in a variety of settings
Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms
Counsel individuals who seek guidance
Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups
Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members
Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs
Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences
Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student.
Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen or equivalent
Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution
Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience
Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
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Medical Assistant
U.S. Navy job in Woodbridge, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
The Navy relies on exceptional medical personnel to keep our servicemen and women healthy. As a Hospital Corpsman, youll get to try your hand at just about everything while making a huge difference for the Sailors you serve.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Hospital Corpsmen (HM) assist health care professionals in providing medical care to Navy personnel and their families. They may function as clinical or specialty technicians, medical administrative personnel and healthcare providers at medical treatment facilities. Specifically, Hospital Corpsmen may be called upon to:
Perform emergency medical treatment on SEALs, Seabees, Marines and other military personnel injured in the field, as well as on Sailors aboard ships or aircraft
Perform emergency dental treatment as well as construct dental crowns and bridges, process
dental X-rays and operate X-ray equipment
Serve as an operating room technician for general and specialized surgery
Help administer a wide range of preventive care and medications, including immunizations and intravenous fluids
Conduct physical examinations and assisting in the treatment of diseases and injuries
Maintain patient treatment records, conduct research and perform clinical tests
Assist Navy Physicians and Nurses in a variety of medical fields, including, but not limited to: radiology, physical therapy, phlebotomy, dental, surgery, family medicine, pathology, womens health and more
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll 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 bachelors 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 youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
As a Hospital Corpsman, you have the most diverse range of work environments available in the Navy. Your job will likely take you all over the worldand far out of your comfort zone. As a Hospital Corpsman, you could be assigned to a Navy medical treatment facility, like an on-base hospital or clinic. You could also work on an aircraft carrier in the middle of the ocean or a submarine in the depths of the sea.
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, Hospital Corpsmen in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
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Master-at-Arms - Full Time
U.S. Navy job in Woodbridge, NJ
About Masters-at-Arms (MAs) are security specialists who perform antiterrorism, force protection, physical security, and law enforcement duties on land and at sea. They may operate force protection watercraft, direct investigations, control base access points, or supervise K9 assets.
Responsibilities
The duties performed by Masters-at-Arms include:
Conducting waterborne security patrols and interdiction operations.
Performing U.S. Customs inspections and base security patrols.
Implementing aircraft and flightline security standards.
Conducting law enforcement operations and river security missions.
Providing protective services to high-ranking dignitaries and government officials.
Supervising K-9 explosive and narcotics detection operations.
Performing physical security inspections and preliminary investigations into UCMJ violations.
Organizing and training security force personnel.
Operating brigs (jails) and conducting crime prevention programs.
What to Expect
MAs may serve at shore stations in the U.S. and overseas, aboard ships, or as part of maritime expeditionary security squadrons. Their work environment varies widely depending on individual assignments.
Work Environment
MAs spend about 60% of their time assigned to fleet units and 40% to shore stations over a 20-year career. They may serve in expeditionary security locations worldwide, providing landward and seaward security in support of Joint Service operations.
Training & Advancement
After completing Recruit Training, MAs attend a 10-week A school in San Antonio, TX, where they learn antiterrorism techniques, armed sentry/post standing techniques, crime prevention, military and civil law, physical fitness, communications, first aid, firearms deployment, and physical restraint techniques. Promotion opportunities are excellent for motivated personnel.
Education Opportunities
MAs can earn college credits through the American Council on Education for courses taken in this rating. The USNCC also offers degree programs that support educational and career
advancement.
Qualifications & Requirements
To qualify as an MA, individuals should:
Be people-oriented, dedicated, resourceful, and versatile.
Possess strong writing and speaking skills, a good memory, and the ability to conduct detailed work while maintaining accurate records.
Demonstrate physical strength, manual dexterity, and competence with tools, equipment, and machines.
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Required qualifications:
18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
Nuclear Engineer
U.S. Navy job in Edison, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
The most powerful energy sources in the world need the most powerful minds behind them. As a Nuclear Reactors Engineer, youll be responsible for researching, designing, maintaining, operating and regulating the nuclear reactors and power plants that drive the most advanced fleet of submarines and aircraft carriers on Earth. Here, you can fuel a passion for problem-solving by defining and redefining the cutting edge of nuclear propulsion, while setting the standard in nuclear reactor research and regulation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Naval Reactors Engineers have oversight of the Navy's entire fleet of nuclear-powered ships as well as shore-based prototypes and nuclear propulsion support facilities for Americas Navy. The wide array of technical areas involved in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program include:
Reactor and fluid systems design
Reactor physics
Materials development
Component design such as steam generators, pumps and valves
Instrumentation and control of reactor, steam and electric plants
Testing and quality control
Shielding
Chemistry and radiological controls
As a Navy Reactors Engineer stationed at Naval Reactors Headquarters in Washington, D.C., you will provide technical oversight while managing projects ranging from reactor design to fleet operations to de-fueling and decommissioning warships.
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to the best-in-class training and state-of-the-art facilities, current undergrad students who meet the prerequisite background will also get the chance to get paid while finishing school through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) program. Students in majors like mathematics, engineering, physics and chemistry may receive preferred acceptance into the program.
If accepted into the NUPOC program as an aspiring Naval Reactors Engineer, you can:
Receive a salary in excess of $4,000 per month for up to 18 months prior to your college graduation
Receive an immediate one-time sign-on bonus of $15,000
Enjoy military health care benefits while you are a student in the program
Postgraduate Education Opportunities
As a Naval Reactors Engineer, once youre out of school youll have a position waiting as a respected professional and Officer affiliated with the most accomplished nuclear program on earth. Beyond undergraduate and formal Navy training and education, you can pursue additional graduate education through the following:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Using Tuition Assistance to attend online or in-person graduate programs during shore assignments.
Navy College Program
VOLED Assistance Center
VOLED Region Advisors
The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)
Navy War College (NWC)
USAF Air University Air Command and Staff College
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen between the ages of 19 and 29. Exceptions may be possible up to age 40.
Graduate or current student pursuing a B.A., B.S. or M.S. (preferably major in mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry or other technical areas).
Those still in school may apply as early as 18 months from completion of an undergraduate degree for Naval Reactors Engineers.
Applicants may also join the NUPOC program as early as 12 months from completion of a master's degree.
Additional academic requirements include:
Completed one academic year of calculus
Completed one academic year of calculus-based physics
A competitive GPA and a minimum grade of "B" in all technical courses
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Preliminary training and eventual staff assignments center around Naval Reactors Headquarters at the Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. At Headquarters, you will be a part of an elite, streamlined staff of roughly 500 people who oversee the entire Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program from cradle to grave.
Even junior-level Naval Reactors Engineers assume responsibility for key technical work in a variety of state-of-the-art facilities, including:
Two Department of Energy laboratories
Two nuclear prototype/training sites
Nearly 100 nuclear-powered ships and submarines
Six shipyards
More than 1,000 firms that support the Naval Reactors Program
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician (Aviation Electrician's Mate / Aviation Electronics Technician) - Full Time
U.S. Navy job in Woodbridge, NJ
About Aviation Electronics, Electrical, and Computer Systems Technicians (AV) work with some of the most advanced aircraft systems in the world. They repair and maintain electrical and electronic systems ranging from radar and communications to navigation and weapon systems. AV Sailors may also volunteer as Naval Aircrewmen, performing in-flight duties and operating radar and weapon systems.
Responsibilities
Depending on your rating (AE or AT), you may:
Troubleshoot and repair complex aircraft systems, including digital computers, fiber optics, infrared detection, radar, and laser electronics.
Maintain electrical power generation and distribution systems.
Test and calibrate aircraft instruments and automatic flight controls.
Perform micro-miniature module repair on circuit cards.
Install modifications to aircraft electronics systems.
Operate diagnostic equipment and read electrical diagrams.
Work Environment
AV technicians serve at sea and ashore worldwide. Work may be performed in hangars, onboard aircraft carriers, in labs, or outdoors on flight lines. Youll work closely with other technicians, often with minimal supervision, in both technical and operational settings.
Training & Advancement
Class A Technical School Pensacola, FL (1826 weeks) Covers aviation theory, electrical systems, electronics theory, and technical skills. After training, Sailors are assigned to AE or AT
ratings and may serve at naval air stations, squadrons, or aboard carriers. Advanced training is available for specific aircraft and systems.
Education Opportunities
Navy College Program & Tuition Assistance
Post-9/11 GI Bill
College credits via the American Council on Education
Industry-recognized certifications through Navy COOL
Department of Labor apprenticeships via USMAP
Qualifications & Requirements
U.S. citizen, eligible for security clearance
Normal color perception
Interest in aviation and working with aircraft
Strong aptitude in electronics, computers, and precision technical work
Manual dexterity, good memory, and physical fitness
Pay & Benefits
Competitive salary
Enlistment bonuses
Free health insurance & housing
Retirement plan
Paid training
Required qualifications:
18 years or older
Legally authorized to work in the United States
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
US Navy Diver
U.S. Navy job in Woodbridge, NJ
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
Not many people can claim the ocean as their office. As a Navy Diver, your job will take you to the depths of the sea to perform underwater welding on ships, search harbors for impediments, retrieve sunken ship wreckage and even pull astronauts from the space capsule when they land in the sea. For you and your highly-trained teammates, its all in a days work. This is the best kept secret in the Navyif the sea is calling you, this is how you answer.
DIVER IN THE NAVY
Navy Divers operate anywhere from the shallow waters of coral reefs and harbors around the world to the freezing depths beneath icebergs, accomplishing specialized tasks below the surface, with no margin for error. Your job as a Diver could encompass many specialties, including:
Performing wreckage salvage operations and underwater repairs
Conducting harbor and waterway clearance operations
Assisting in construction and demolition projects
Executing search and rescue missions
Performing deep submergence operations and saturation diving, which could involve living and working at extreme depths for days or weeks at a time
Launch and recover SEAL delivered vehicles from submarines
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
Paid training
College credit
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Members of the Naval Special Operations community have many unique opportunities to advance their knowledge. Navy training provides everything from the fundamentals of SCUBA to Hard hat diving, underwater welding, demolition and a number of other tactical military procedures and tactics, deep-sea diving or a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in this field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education throughundergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
No college degree is required to become a Navy SEAL, but the standards of qualification require the kind of mental and physical fortitude that few possess.
Upon joining the Navy, you must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: 20/40 best eye; 20/70 worst eye; correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: GS+MC+EI=170 or VE+MK+MC+CS=220 or VE+AR=103 MC=51
Be 30 years of age or younger
Pass a physical examination required fordivers
Be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other health-care professional before starting any exercise regime or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or health-care provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Fittingly, the Navy Diver motto is We Dive the World Over. Members of this Special Operations force travel the world, working in just about every possible undersea environmentfrom cold, muddy water where underwater tasks must be completed without the use of sight, to warm, tropical waters clear enough for underwater photography
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military