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Arts & Communications

Mass Communication Specialist

Travel the world to capture military operations, develop high-profile media campaigns and tell the story of America’s Navy.
Navy Musician

Navy Musicians perform at special events, celebrations, international parades and more.
Public Affairs Officer

Write news releases. Answer reporters' questions. Manage the public image of America’s Navy as a valued Public Affairs Officer.

Aviation

Air Traffic Controller

Control congestion in the skies as an Air Traffic Controller.
Aircraft Handling Officer

Lead the flight deck as an Aircraft Handling Officer.
Aircrewman Helicopter

When you become an Aircrewman Helicopter, you become the eyes and ears of the cockpit.
Aircrewman Mechanical

Become our go-to personnel in the air as an Aircrewman Mechanical.
Aircrewman Operator

Detect and engage threats beneath the ocean’s surface as an Aircrewman Operator.
Aircrewman Tactical Romeo Helicopter

Hunt for lurking submarines from the air as a Tactical Romeo Helicopter Aircrewman.
Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer

Lead flight support teams as an Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer.
Catapult Officer

Ready to lead the launch as a Catapult Officer Shooter?
Fighter Pilot

Defend from the sea to the stratosphere as a Navy Fighter Pilot.
Fixed Wing Pilot

Hunt submarines, patrol the skies or supply carriers as a Fixed Wing Pilot.
Helicopter Pilot

Track subsurface contacts and perform rescue missions as a Helicopter Pilot.
Naval Aircrewman Avionics

Uncover threats in the depths of the sea as a Naval Aircrewman Avionics.
Naval Flight Officer

Lead flight missions to success as a Naval Flight Officer.

Business, Logistics & Administration

Aviation Maintenance Administrationman

Keep the Navy’s complex aircraft and helicopters in top working order.
Culinary Specialist

Provide meals that keep your fellow Sailors fueled for duty.
Human Resources Officer

Support and assist fellow Sailors by helping guide their career journey.
Logistics Specialist

Keep your ship stocked with the equipment it needs to succeed.
Personnel Specialist

Advance your own career goals while you help fellow Sailors do the same.
Retail Services Specialist

Keep your shipmates happy by managing ship store, laundry and barber services.
Supply Corps Officer

Oversee logistics and ensure your ship is supplied with everything it needs.
Yeoman

Become an administrative pro by managing the Navy’s paperwork and records.

Construction

Builder

If you like to solve problems using your hands, you belong with the Builders.
Civil Engineer Corps (CEC)

Design and build city-size bases, airfields and harbor facilities.
Construction Electrician

Kickstart your career with hands-on electrical experience.
Construction Mechanic

Get out of the auto shop and get hands-on mechanical experience.
Engineering Aide

Start your engineering career with real-world experience as a Navy Seabee.
Equipment Operator

Work with construction equipment from bulldozers to cranes and everything in between.
Steelworker

Weld metal a world away as a Navy Steelworker.
Utilitiesman

Keep critical utilities systems up and running no matter where you are in the world.

Electronics & Technology

Aviation Electronics Technician

Maintain and repair the complex electronic systems aboard Navy aircraft.
Electronics Technician

Use electronic systems like radar to detect threats and make your ship virtually invisible.
Electronics Technician Navigation

Maintain the navigation systems that ensure your submarine reaches its destination.
Fire Control Technician

Maintain the electronic systems controlling a submarine’s vast supply of firepower.
Fire Controlman

Ready, aim, fire. Maintain ship combat readiness as a Fire Controlman.
Information Systems Technician

Keep vital computer networks up and running aboard ships and submarines.
Interior Communications Electrician

Keep our comms running smoothly as an Interior Communications Electrician.
Missile Technician

Assemble, maintain and repair nuclear-capable ballistic missiles as a Missile Technician.

First Responder

Damage Controlman

Keep our Sailors out of harm's way and defend against emergencies as a Damage Controlman.
Master-at-Arms

As a Master-at-Arms, you are the Navy police. Defend by serving and protecting our own.

Industrial & Mechanical

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Aircraft Handling

Manage and direct aircraft launch operations on the flight deck.
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Fuel

Refuel aircraft on the flight deck and keep fuel flowing to all parts of the ship.
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Launch & Recovery

Launch and recover aircraft on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
Aviation Electrician’s Mate

Keep Navy aircraft at peak performance by maintaining electrical systems and components.
Aviation Machinist’s Mate

Maintain the engines of the Navy’s most powerful aircraft and helicopters.
Aviation Ordnanceman

Manage your ship’s stock of missiles, mines and other ordnance.
Aviation Structural Mechanic

Inspect and repair aviation equipment to ensure aircraft are always flight-ready.
Aviation Structural Mechanic – Safety Equipment

Maintain aircraft equipment that sustains life at every altitude.
Aviation Support Equipment Technician

Perform ground support operations that keep Navy aircraft flying high.
Aviation Survival Equipmentman

Be the person Navy pilots rely on to keep emergency equipment in top shape.
Boatswain’s Mate

Perform honored duties as a member of the Navy’s oldest rating.
Electrician’s Mate

Keep the power on and the lights running aboard aircraft carriers and ships.
Engineman

Move the fleet forward as an expert in diesel engine systems.
Gas Turbine Systems Technician – Electrical

Operate the electrical systems of powerful turbine engines on Navy warships.
Gas Turbine Systems Technician – Mechanical

Maintain the mechanical systems behind our powerful turbine engines.
Gunner’s Mate

Maintain your ship’s guns and missile launchers, and oversee all weapons on board.
Hull Maintenance Technician

Perform metal work and welding to repair hull breaches and broken equipment.
Machinery Repairman

Repair tools and fabricate parts for machinery and equipment across the ship.
Machinist’s Mate

Maintain vital propulsion and auxiliary systems on every inch of the ship.
Machinist’s Mate Auxiliary

Maintain the systems that make life possible on a submarine.
Mineman

Serve aboard a Minesweeper to detect and neutralize underwater explosives.
Torpedoman's Mate

Secure our underwater missile silos aboard submarines as a Torpedoman’s Mate.

Intelligence, Information & Cryptology

Cryptologic Technician Collection

Hunt for signals to provide our teams intel as a Cryptologic Technician Collection.
Cryptologic Technician Interpretive

Translate and interpret foreign comms as a Cryptologic Technician Interpretive.
Cryptologic Technician Maintenance

Troubleshoot and maintain top-secret equipment as a Cryptologic Technician Maintenance.
Cryptologic Technician Technical

Become an expert in radar signals as a Cryptologic Technician Technical.
Cryptologic Warfare Officer

Lead intel operations as a Cryptologic Warfare Officer.
Cyber Warfare Engineer

Defend and attack in cyberspace as a Cyber Warfare Engineer.
Cyber Warfare Technician

Perform offensive and defensive cyber operations as a Cyber Warfare Technician.
Information Professional Officer

Lead your team in maintaining and securing our networks as an Information Professional Officer.
Intelligence Officer

Lead the charge on national intelligence security as an Intelligence Officer.
Intelligence Specialist

Gather intel and prepare important briefs as an Intelligence Specialist.
Maritime Cyber Warfare Officer

Execute mission-critical cyber operations as a Maritime Cyber Warfare Officer.
Operations Specialist

Gather critical intel around your ship as an Operations Specialist.
Quartermaster

Navigate the open seas and keep our ships on track as a Quartermaster.
Sonar Technician

Track what lies beneath the waves on a surface ship or submarine as a Sonar Technician.
Surface Warfare Officer

Emerge as a true leader by commanding the fleet, the crew and all vital systems aboard vital Navy vessels.

Legal

Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG)

Raise the bar with a legal career in the Navy JAG Corps.
Legalman

Kickstart your legal career with hands-on experience in the Navy.

Medical

Aerospace & Operational Physiologist

Engineer ways for Naval Aviators to succeed in impossible environments.
Aerospace Experimental Psychologist

Study the psychological effects of supersonic travel on aviators.
Audiologist

Treat hearing issues and conduct research to preserve auditory health for Sailors and Marines.
Clinical Psychologist

Provide therapy services to Sailors experiencing stressors uniquely related to service.
Dentist

Cut your teeth in dentistry with a job that takes you around the world.
Environmental Health Officer

Become a disease expert for the Navy and make outbreaks a thing of the past.
Health Care Administrator

Shape policy and practice in one of the world’s foremost global health care systems.
Hospital Corpsman

Help save lives by assisting in critical medical departments and procedures.
Hospital Corpsman Advanced Technical Field

Save lives in the shadows.
Industrial Hygiene Officer

Eliminate workplace safety hazards so Sailors can focus on the mission at hand.
Medical Technologist

Provide laboratory services that give Navy doctors and patients the answers they seek.
Mortician

Give fallen Sailors the dignity and respect they deserve as a Navy Mortician.
Navy Nurse

Join the ranks of the toughest, most talented nurses you’ll ever meet.
Occupational Therapist

Rehabilitate Sailors following illness or injury with cutting-edge devices and therapy.
Optometrist

Diagnose and treat vision problems to ensure service members maintain excellent eyesight.
Pharmacist

Consult with patients, dispense medication and provide guidance to people in need.
Physical Therapist

Help Sailors recover from injuries so they can get back to work.
Physician

Save lives as a Navy Physician without all the hurdles of civilian medical practice.
Physician Assistant

Work alongside surgeons and supervising physicians to deliver the best health care.
Podiatrist

Keep Navy Sailors on their feet by treating foot and ankle injuries.
Radiation Health Specialist

Keep fellow Sailors safe from potential radiation exposure.
Registered Dietitian

Improve the health of Sailors and people across the world through mindful nutrition.
Research Biochemist & Forensic Toxicologist

Conduct research to protect our Sailors from biological, radiological and chemical threats.
Research Physiologist

Diagnose, treat and rehabilitate Sailors with training-related injuries.
Research Psychologist

Explore cognitive and physiological psychology to keep Sailors sound in mind and body.
Social Worker

Counsel active and retired members and their families during times of social, psychological or emotional need.

Religious Services

Navy Chaplain

Be a spiritual guide and moral anchor, supporting servicemembers during their most joyful moments and during their most difficult ones.
Religious Program Specialist

Prepare devotional materials and organize faith-based events, while also serving as a resource for Navy Chaplains.

Science, Engineering & Nuclear

Aerographer’s Mate

Serve as a meteorology and oceanography expert as an Aerographer’s Mate.
Civil Engineer Corps (CEC)

Design and build city-size bases, airfields and harbor facilities.
Electrician’s Mate Nuclear

Power the world’s strongest Navy as an Electrician’s Mate Nuclear.
Electronics Technician Nuclear

Power Navy ships as an Electronics Technician Nuclear.
Engineering Duty Officer

Design, develop and deploy the Navy’s modern combat fleet.
Entomologist

Maintain safety in any environment as a Navy Entomologist.
Machinist’s Mate Nuclear

Become the Navy’s nuclear reactor mechanic as a Machinist’s Mate Nuclear.
Meteorology & Oceanography Officer (METOC)

Study the sea the and the weather in environments around the world as a METOC Officer.
Microbiologist

Conduct medical research and trace infectious diseases to defeat biological threats.
Naval Reactors Engineer

As a Naval Reactors Engineer, you can set the standard in nuclear reactor research.
Nuclear Power School Instructor

If you’re a Nuclear Power School Instructor, you’re the top expert on classified nuclear technology.
Nuclear Power Training Unit Instructor

Lead and oversee a team running one of the most dynamic nuclear power plants in the world.
Nuclear Surface Warfare Officer

Take charge of a nuclear reactor on an aircraft carrier as a Nuclear Surface Warfare Officer.
Submarine Officer

Lead every department on our nuclear-powered subs as a Submarine Officer.

Special Operations

Aviation Rescue Swimmer

Brave extreme conditions so others may live.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician

Master high-tech tools to eliminate explosive threats.
Hospital Corpsman Advanced Technical Field

Save lives in the shadows.
Navy Diver

Master the depths that others can’t reach.
Navy SEAL

Everyone wants to be a Frogman on Friday.
Special Warfare Combat Crewman

Deliver Special Operations assets where they’re needed.

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Aviation Careers

A Navy pilot settles into the cockpit of his jet to get ready for takeoff.

Careers Category: Aviation - INTRO

Break the sound barrier

Naval aviation is the best in the world because we’ve harnessed the entire ocean as our runway. Flying Navy means seamless teamwork and an endless determination to dominate the skies. Whether you’re flying alongside elite Navy TOPGUN aviators or controlling them from the air traffic tower, your role in Naval aviation is irreplaceable.

If you’re more interested in the mechanical side of aviation than pilot jobs in the military, check out careers where you can maintain the best engines in the world.

Education

Fly Navy and further your education outside of flight school.

We offer a variety of educational assistance options, from scholarships to financial reimbursement and salary advances. Explore opportunities in NROTC, undergraduate, graduate and professional programs to determine what's best for you, or chat with a Recruiter to get the latest details.

For details about education for specific aviation careers, select the job below. You can also find more details about education opportunities for Enlisted Sailors or Officers here.

Pay & Benefits

The Navy has benefits few civilian aviation employers can beat.

Depending on your job, Navy pay and benefits will flex to fit your role. You can rely on regular promotions, pay increases and world-class benefits that rival any civilian employer. Many Sailors can even qualify for sign-on bonuses depending on their field. Every Sailor is guaranteed:

30 days paid vacation
100% health care coverage for you & your family
Tuition assistance & free college education
Housing stipends
Retirement savings & income

Find out more about Navy pay and benefits now.

Reserve Opportunities

Handle Navy aircraft without giving up your civilian career.

There are part-time Navy Reserve opportunities for Enlisted Sailors and Officers in aviation. You can keep many of your full-time benefits while serving just one weekend a month and two weeks a year for annual training. As a Navy Reserve Sailor or Officer, you will manage Navy aircraft while pursuing your career in the civilian world.

To find out what the exact Reserve requirements are for the career you’re interested in, select one of the jobs below to learn more.

Discover more about life in the Navy Reserve here.

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A United States Navy Helicopter Pilot completes a pre-flight check in a hangar.

Helicopter Pilot

Track subsurface contacts and perform rescue missions as a Helicopter Pilot.

Engineering

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Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Officer

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United States Navy Air Traffic Controllers man the approach control aboard the USS Wasp.

Air Traffic Controller

Control congestion in the skies as an Air Traffic Controller.

Cyber & IT

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

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Land

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Aircrewman Mechanical

Aircrewman Mechanical

Become our go-to personnel in the air as an Aircrewman Mechanical.

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United States Navy Air Traffic Controllers man the approach control aboard the USS Wasp.

Air Traffic Controller

Control congestion in the skies as an Air Traffic Controller.

Cyber & IT

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Enlisted

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A United States Navy Aircraft Handling Officer supervises flight deck drills from flight deck control aboard the USS Carl Vinson.

Aircraft Handling Officer

Lead the flight deck as an Aircraft Handling Officer.

Engineering

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Officer

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A United States Navy Aircrewman (Helicopter), left, briefs an Aviation Machinist’s Mate post-flight.

Aircrewman Helicopter

When you become an Aircrewman Helicopter, you become the eyes and ears of the cockpit.

Repair & Maintenance

Special Warfare

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Enlisted

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Aircrewman Mechanical

Aircrewman Mechanical

Become our go-to personnel in the air as an Aircrewman Mechanical.

Repair & Maintenance

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Enlisted

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Aircrewman (Operator) tracks contacts at his workstation on a P-8A maritime patrol aircraft.

Aircrewman Operator

Detect and engage threats beneath the ocean’s surface as an Aircrewman Operator.

Repair & Maintenance

Aviation

Land

Enlisted

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Helicopter Tactical Aircrewman sits in a MH-60R Sea Hawk.

Aircrewman Tactical Romeo Helicopter

Hunt for lurking submarines from the air as a Tactical Romeo Helicopter Aircrewman.

Repair & Maintenance

Special Warfare

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Enlisted

Active Only

Reserve Only

Two United States Navy Aviation Maintenance Duty Officers manage the repair of aircraft equipment in the jet shop aboard an aircraft carrier.

Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer

Lead flight support teams as an Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer.

Repair & Maintenance

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Land

Officer

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Catapult Officer signals the pilot of an EA-18G Growler to take off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt.

Catapult Officer

Ready to lead the launch as a Catapult Officer Shooter?

Engineering

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Officer

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Fighter Pilot sits in a F/A-18 Hornet.

Fighter Pilot

Defend from the sea to the stratosphere as a Navy Fighter Pilot.

Engineering

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Officer

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Rear Admiral Fixed Wing Pilot departs an E-2D Hawkeye on the flight deck of the USS Ronald Reagan.

Fixed Wing Pilot

Hunt submarines, patrol the skies or supply carriers as a Fixed Wing Pilot.

Engineering

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Officer

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Helicopter Pilot completes a pre-flight check in a hangar.

Helicopter Pilot

Track subsurface contacts and perform rescue missions as a Helicopter Pilot.

Engineering

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Officer

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Navy Aircrewman Avionics performs checks before a flight.

Naval Aircrewman Avionics

Uncover threats in the depths of the sea as a Naval Aircrewman Avionics.

Repair & Maintenance

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Ship

Land

Enlisted

Active Only

Reserve Only

A United States Naval Flight Officer runs through the on-station checklist aboard a P-8 Poseidon.

Naval Flight Officer

Lead flight missions to success as a Naval Flight Officer.

Engineering

STEM

Weapons & Electronics

Aviation

Land

Officer

Active Only

Reserve Only

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