Flight Deck & Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Swannanoa (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy invites qualified personnel for Boatswains Mate roles, focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership in busy ship environments. You will manage small craft, assist flight deck activities, and maintain exterior surfaces while advancing through structured qualification paths.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work, rotating watches, and teamwork across departments on surface ships and shore installations worldwide.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s or qualifying degree for officers.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior ship surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Physical strength

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officers or qualifying professional degree

Job description

U.S. Navy invites qualified personnel for Boatswains Mate roles, focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership in busy ship environments. You will manage small craft, assist flight deck activities, and maintain exterior surfaces while advancing through structured qualification paths.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work, rotating watches, and teamwork across departments on surface ships and shore installations worldwide.