Flight Deck & Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Urania (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who serve as the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck operations, contributing to the fleet’s readiness to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates perform watchstanding, deck operations, and security duties, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance through training and qualification programs.

Qualifications

• Must meet enlistment and citizenship or residency requirements as applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Age, medical, vision, and dental standards apply; some roles require higher fitness standards.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who serve as the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck operations, contributing to the fleet’s readiness to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates perform watchstanding, deck operations, and security duties, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance through training and qualification programs.