Navy Rating · Combat & Infantry
717X Special Warfare Combatant Craft Technician CWO
Overview
A Special Warfare Combatant Craft chief warrant officer leads Special Boat Team troops and directs personnel conducting combatant craft operations in every theater. The officer may command boat troops or detachments and serve as a division officer, department head, requirements and resourcing officer, acquisition officer, or special program manager.
Core Skills
- tactical communications planning
- C4ISR systems integration
- small unit leadership
- mission planning and execution
- risk assessment and mitigation
- operations planning and scheduling
- logistics and supply coordination
- training program development
- interagency and joint operations coordination
- project and program management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Global positioning system GPS software
- Radar software
Civilian Career Paths
- Fleet Management
- Project Management
- Procurement
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Associate Protection Professional (APP)
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Career Growth
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP)
- Marine Radio Operator Permit (MP)
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
What the Work Involves
- Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
- Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
- Coordinate disaster response or crisis management activities, such as ordering evacuations, opening public shelters, and implementing special needs plans and programs.
- Consult maps, charts, weather reports, or navigation equipment to determine and direct ship movements.
- Organize and direct the activities of crew members.
Related Occupations
- Business Continuity Planners
- Sailors and Marine Oilers
- Ship Engineers
- Supply Chain Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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