Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
O50A Special Warfare Boat Operator (SB) Candidate
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Special Warfare Boat Operator rating
Overview
A Special Warfare Boat Operator Candidate trains as a Special Warfare Combat Crewman in the basic operation and maintenance of various Special Warfare Combatant Craft. The candidate trains at the Naval Special Warfare Center and operates in coastal, riverine, and other restricted water areas.
Core Skills
- small boat handling
- coastal and riverine navigation
- combatant craft maintenance
- marine engine systems
- tactical radio operation
- weapons system operation
- maritime risk management
- amphibious operations
- physical conditioning and water survival
Civilian Career Paths
- Transportation Management
- Fleet Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physical Security
- Emergency Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- STCW Basic Training
- USCG Able Seaman Credential
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
Career Growth
- USCG Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) License
- ABYC Marine Service Technician Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Similar Specialties
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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