Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
898A
7 Meter Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) Coxswain
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates a 7 meter rigid inflatable boat for maritime transport, patrol, security, and mission support. Controls boat handling, navigation, communications, crew coordination, passenger safety, and emergency response in coastal and open-water conditions.
Core Skills
- small boat operations
- boat handling and maneuvering
- maritime navigation
- crew resource management
- marine radio communications
- risk assessment
- passenger and cargo safety
- emergency boat response
- weather and sea state evaluation
Common Certifications
- United States Coast Guard Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels License
- United States Coast Guard Master of Vessels 100 Gross Tons License
- STCW Basic Training
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Small Craft Operator Training Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- STCW Basic Training
- United States Coast Guard Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels License
Career Growth
- United States Coast Guard Master of Vessels 100 Gross Tons License
- STCW Able Seafarer Deck
- United States Coast Guard Master of Vessels 500 Gross Tons License
- Emergency Boat Handling and Rescue Boat Training
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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