O23L

SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV) Operator Leading Petty Officer (LPO)

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

The SDV Operator Leading Petty Officer leads a small operational team that prepares personnel, equipment, and procedures for specialized undersea vehicle missions. The role coordinates daily work, enforces safety and maintenance standards, evaluates team performance, and reports readiness to senior leaders.

Core Skills

small team leadership
sdv operations coordination
crew readiness tracking
maintenance supervision
training facilitation
maritime safety management
quality assurance
mission preparation
performance feedback
operational reporting

Common Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification
OSHA 30-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training
FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications

Civilian Career Paths

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Training & Development

Getting Started

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
OSHA 30-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training
FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification

Career Growth

Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

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