NEC
810G
Maritime Expeditionary Security Force (MESF) Coxswain
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs basic operation and maintenance of Maritime Expeditionary Security Group (MESG) Patrol Craft configured with dual diesel/waterjet configured propulsion systems while assigned to a Maritime Expeditionary Squadron. Emphasis on small boat safety, handling, operation, basic and advanced (i.e. Common Geospatial Navigation Toolkit (COGENT) electronic charting NAVNET TZ Touch 2 radar navigation system), communitcations, tactical employment and other individual and collective skills unique to the MESF operational environments.
Core Skills
- small boat handling
- diesel waterjet propulsion
- patrol craft maintenance
- electronic chart navigation
- radar navigation
- maritime communications
- boat crew safety
- tactical patrolling
- maritime security operations
Common Certifications
- U.S. Coast Guard Master 100-Ton License
- U.S. Coast Guard Able Seaman Credential
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Radar Observer Certificate
- STCW Basic Training
- Diesel Engine Technician Certification
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
Civilian Career Paths
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- STCW Basic Training
- U.S. Coast Guard Master 100-Ton License
- Radar Observer Certificate
Career Growth
- U.S. Coast Guard Master 500-Ton License
- Diesel Engine Technician Certification
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
- STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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