Naval Warfare Officer

Overview

As a member of the military, Naval Warfare Officers manage and direct the maritime strategy, tactics and procedures in the operation of ships, submarines and aircraft, maritime sensors, combat information and weapons systems.

Naval Warfare Officers provide input into the design, procurement and evaluation of ships and systems, perform staff training and administrative duties, and are the only officers who can have Command of the Navy’s ships and submarines. Their primary responsibilities are to:

• Command, control and coordinate Maritime Military Operations
• Lead and make decisions that will affect the general conduct of operations and ship’s crew security
• Provide expertise in a wide range of activities relating to the exercise of sea power
• Direct and conduct strategies, tactics and procedures in the operation of ships, submarines, aircraft, maritime sensors, combat information and wea...