Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry

O52A Special Warfare Combat Crewman (SWCC)

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

Overview

A Special Warfare Combat Crewman plans, conducts, and supervises Combatant Craft operations. These operations span the spectrum of special warfare missions within Special Warfare Commands.

Core Skills

  • combatant craft operations
  • maritime mission planning
  • coastal and riverine navigation
  • crew resource management
  • marine engine diagnostics
  • tactical communications
  • weapons employment
  • risk assessment
  • amphibious insertion and extraction

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Bentley MicroStation
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Project

Civilian Career Paths

  • Transportation Management
  • Fleet Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Physical Security
  • Emergency Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • STCW Basic Training
  • USCG Able Seaman Credential
  • FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit

Career Growth

  • USCG Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) License
  • STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • ABYC Marine Service Technician Certification

What the Work Involves

  • Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
  • Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
  • Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
  • Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
  • Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.

Related Occupations

  • Logisticians
  • Security Management Specialists
  • Security Managers
  • First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.

Defense contractor jobs for O52A

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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