NEC
800M
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Craft Pilot First Position
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 100 Class vehicles in amphibious assault and training operations to and from LHAs, LHDs, LPDs, and LSDs and across surf and beach interfaces. Executes current amphibious assault tactics employing International and Inland Rules of the Road, navigation, and radio and visual communications procedures. Supervises LCAC crew in all phases of craft operation.
Core Skills
- lcac 100 command pilotage
- amphibious assault navigation
- surf zone craft control
- international rules of the road
- marine radio communications
- crew command
- risk assessment
- beach landing operations
- emergency navigation
Common Certifications
- USCG Master License
- STCW Basic Training
- STCW Advanced Firefighting
- Radar Observer Endorsement
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator Certificate
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- STCW Basic Training
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- USCG Mate License
- Radar Observer Endorsement
Career Growth
- USCG Master License
- STCW Advanced Firefighting
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator Certificate
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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