Navy
COMBAT
NEC
NEC
772A
Senior Naval Parachutist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Directs most phases of parachute operations at activities that employ parachutists as part of their mission. Leads high-risk static-line parachute operations on land and at sea. Supervises drop zone activities during the conducting of jump operations.
Core Skills
- static line jumpmaster operations
- drop zone management
- airborne operation planning
- parachute safety supervision
- aircraft jump coordination
- risk management
- personnel accountability
- maritime airborne operations
- emergency response leadership
Common Certifications
- United States Parachute Association Instructor Rating
- FAA Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate
- FAA Parachute Rigger Certificate
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Incident Command System Certifications
- National Safety Council First Aid, CPR and AED
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- National Safety Council First Aid, CPR and AED
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Incident Command System Certifications
- United States Parachute Association Basic Safety and Instructor course
- Occupational safety fundamentals course
Career Growth
- FAA Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate
- United States Parachute Association Instructor Rating
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.