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Dacha Corp

Surface Warfare Officer

Dacha Corp, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

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About America’s Navy has the most modern, advanced fleet of ships in the world. Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are extensively trained to maintain and operate these ships, their crews, and their systems. In this role, you will lead by example and have the opportunity to excel as a leader. You may serve as a Commanding Officer over an elite crew and be an authority in all aspects of Navy assignments.

Responsibilities

Directing personnel operations aboard Navy vessels such as aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, amphibious warfare ships, mine warfare ships, and frigates.

Managing shipboard vertical launch systems.

Using computer displays and advanced technology in battle and ship defense.

Supporting Navy expeditionary forces, Theater Air Missile operations, anti-submarine warfare, surface-to-air warfare, and supply missions.

Working with specialized forces including aircraft carrier forces, cruiser-destroyer forces, amphibious forces, combat-logistics forces, and mine warfare forces.

Training & Advancement Unless commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a SWO position must attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI. Newly commissioned SWOs undergo advanced training that includes both sea and shore-based instruction. New Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship where they will lead a team of Sailors in responsibilities such as electronics, weapons, and engineering systems. The focus is on earning full Surface Warfare qualification. After completing initial sea tours, SWOs may be selected for high-level staff, command, or strategic roles. Promotion opportunities are competitive and based on performance. The ultimate goal for many is to command their own ship.

Education Opportunities

Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)

Navy War College (NWC)

Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at various service colleges

Qualifications & Requirements To become a Surface Warfare Officer, a four-year degree from an accredited U.S. college or university is required. You can enter the SWO community through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC), the U.S. Naval Academy, or Officer Candidate School (OCS) if you already have a degree.

Candidates Must

Be a U.S. citizen

Be between 19 and 29 years old at the time of commissioning

Meet the Navy’s physical standards

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries Education

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