NEC
W13A
Quartermaster Journeyman
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Quartermaster rating
Description
Direct representative of the Navigator and provides a continuous navigational watch on the bridge. Assists the Navigator and Officer of the Deck (OOD) in navigating the ship and will immediately inform the Navigator, OOD, Assistant Navigator, and Senior Quartermaster/Operations Specialist when discrepancies arise. Responsible for maintaining various legal records, logs, weather observations, and obtaining fix information.
Core Skills
- bridge watchstanding
- nautical chart navigation
- position fixing
- dead reckoning
- weather observation
- navigation log maintenance
- visual bearing collection
- maritime radio communication
- navigation discrepancy reporting
Common Certifications
- Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
- STCW Basic Training
- Radar Observer Unlimited
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
- Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- ADMINISTRATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
- STCW Basic Training
- Radar Observer Unlimited
- FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
Career Growth
- Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator
- Able Seaman - Special or Unlimited
- STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.