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Cryptologic Technician Technical sailor
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Cryptologic Technician Technical(CTT Navy Rating)

Operates electronic warfare systems and performs signals analysis.

AEFAdvanced Electronics Field

Overall

6.3/10
Burnout4.4
Lifestyle7.0
Civilian ROI8.7
Happiness6.5
Manning %3.4
$$$ Pay6.3

Quick Stats

Enlistment Bonus$15,000
Civilian Sector Transferability$75k–$130k
Advancement OutlookStrong opportunity
Manning %98%
Initial Contract4 yr active
Medical Requirements
  • ✓Normal color perception
  • ✓Normal hearing
  • ✓No speech impediment

Security Clearance

Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information~$15K–$50K civilian sector value

Requires a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI), including interviews with references, financial review, and a possible polygraph. The process typically takes 6–12 months and is initiated during your training pipeline.

ASVAB Requirements

AFQT Minimum

50

Who This Is Best For

Best for technically sharp individuals who enjoy working with complex electronic systems and want a career blending technical operations with tactical decision-making. Strong pathway to defense industry careers for those who want hands-on work with some of the Navy's most sensitive capabilities.

+Pros

  • ✓Active enlistment bonus available
  • ✓Strong opportunity advancement outlook
  • ✓Strong civilian career transition

–Cons

  • ✗Long A-school pipeline

Real Opinions

+Positive

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“Best decision I made was going CTT. The clearance alone is worth it, and the skills transfer directly to six-figure civilian jobs.”

r/navy|
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“Job security, pride in work, and service for their country.”

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–Negative & Mixed

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“Be prepared for shore duty boredom and watch rotations. The clearance process is also stressful and takes forever.”

r/newtothenavy|
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“Benefits, housing, food, and healthcare are great, but long hours, austere environments, and stress are significant drawbacks.”

Glassdoor|

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Recruiter vs Reality

What the recruiter says vs. what it's actually like.

🫡 Recruiter says

“You will work with cutting-edge cyber technology and get a top secret clearance!”

💀 Reality

Source: MyNavyRates research

The clearance is real and valuable, but daily work can involve a lot of routine network maintenance and help-desk tickets. Cutting-edge tech varies widely by command.

🫡 Recruiter says

“CTT is the most tactical CT rating.”

💀 Reality

Source: sailor forums

CTT does have a more operational focus than some CT sub-ratings, especially aboard ships. But the daily reality is still long watches monitoring equipment with occasional bursts of high-tempo activity.

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Horror Stories

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“The biggest problem with the CTT rate is that the experience does not transfer well to the civilian world. The skill set is platform-specific — you learn to operate particular electronic warfare and signals intelligence systems that exist only in the Navy. The security clearance is valuable, and defense contractors will hire you, but your actual technical knowledge is narrow and classified. You cannot put most of what you did on a resume in any meaningful way. Outside of defense contracting or government intelligence work, employers do not know what to do with someone whose expertise is in analyzing radar emissions on systems they have never heard of.”

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Related Reading

Guides on picking a rate, ASVAB, bonuses, promotion, and life after the Navy.

Getting Started

How do you choose the right Navy rate for you?

Choosing a Navy rate means weighing your ASVAB scores, lifestyle preferences, civilian career goals, and willingness to deploy or go to sea. Start by identifying which ratings you qualify for, then narrow the list by what matters most to you.

Getting Started

What is the ASVAB and what scores do you need?

The ASVAB is a multi-aptitude test that determines which Navy ratings you qualify for. Your sub-test scores combine into line scores, and each rating has minimum line-score requirements. Higher scores open more options.

Career & Pay

Which Navy rates have the biggest enlistment bonuses in 2026?

Active Component (Active Duty) only. Per the CNRC GENADMIN dated 24 July 2026, the biggest source-rate bonus is $40,000 — Nuclear Field on FY26 ship dates ($75,000 EB cap). Special Warfare Boat Operator (SB) follows at $35,000, then EOD and SEAL (SO) at $30,000, and Aviation Rescue Swimmer (AIRR) and Cryptologic Technician Maintenance (CTM) at $25,000. Special Operations Future Sailors who clear the elevated PST standards add a flat $20,000 EBPST. Most rates cap at $50,000 total EB. The Loan Repayment Program adds up to $65,000 on top, separately. Reserve component (SELRES) bonuses are governed by a different message and are not covered here.

Real Opinions

+Positive

✓

“Best decision I made was going CTT. The clearance alone is worth it, and the skills transfer directly to six-figure civilian jobs.”

r/navy|
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“Job security, pride in work, and service for their country.”

Glassdoor|

–Negative & Mixed

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“Be prepared for shore duty boredom and watch rotations. The clearance process is also stressful and takes forever.”

r/newtothenavy|
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“Benefits, housing, food, and healthcare are great, but long hours, austere environments, and stress are significant drawbacks.”

Glassdoor|

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Recruiter vs Reality

What the recruiter says vs. what it's actually like.

🫡 Recruiter says

“You will work with cutting-edge cyber technology and get a top secret clearance!”

💀 Reality

Source: MyNavyRates research

The clearance is real and valuable, but daily work can involve a lot of routine network maintenance and help-desk tickets. Cutting-edge tech varies widely by command.

🫡 Recruiter says

“CTT is the most tactical CT rating.”

💀 Reality

Source: sailor forums

CTT does have a more operational focus than some CT sub-ratings, especially aboard ships. But the daily reality is still long watches monitoring equipment with occasional bursts of high-tempo activity.

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Horror Stories

Real stories people have shared about this rate. Swipe to browse.

💀

“The biggest problem with the CTT rate is that the experience does not transfer well to the civilian world. The skill set is platform-specific — you learn to operate particular electronic warfare and signals intelligence systems that exist only in the Navy. The security clearance is valuable, and defense contractors will hire you, but your actual technical knowledge is narrow and classified. You cannot put most of what you did on a resume in any meaningful way. Outside of defense contracting or government intelligence work, employers do not know what to do with someone whose expertise is in analyzing radar emissions on systems they have never heard of.”

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Line-score options — meet any one

  • AR+2MK+GS≥212
  • AR+MK+CT≥159 and CT≥60
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Remarks

Accession program only. Accession Sailors may not have used marijuana (less experimental). Use of stimulant or depressant drugs, narcotics, hallucinogenic, LSD or psychedelic drugs are ineligible. Any history of drug or alcohol dependency is ineligible. Any peyote use is ineligible for Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) ratings. CTT, CTM, CTR and CTI Special Requirements: Members may be assigned to duty in submarines or duty involving aerial flight. All CTI, CTM, CTR and CTT applicants will read and sign the NAVPERS 1070/613 Volunteer for Duty in Submarines (MILPERSMAN 1306-402). Applicants electing not to sign the NAVPERS 1070/613 volunteering for this duty are ineligible for enlistment as CTI, CTM, CTR and CTT. The PSSQ is required and must be placed in the service record and the residual file. The applicant MUST be a U.S. citizen (no waivers) and all immediate family members must be either a U.S. citizen or a citizen of a country on the low threat matrix listed in ref (h). Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) originated at RTC. New accession applicants must participate in an in-depth personnel security screening interview conducted by an FCC/C10F special security representative at RTC. For lateral conversion requests, personnel security screening interview will be conducted by an FCC/C10F special security representative. Moral turpitude offenses are generally disqualifying. Former members of the Peace Corps are not eligible.

Source: CNRC / ECM Rating List, 19 Jan 2026. Verify current guidance with your recruiter before signing.

Training Pipeline — Total ~30 weeks (7 months)

8w
22w
Boot Camp— 8 weeks
RTC Great Lakes, IL
Basic military training for all recruits
A-School— 22 weeks
JCAC Pensacola, FL
20.3% washoutDifficulty: 3.6/10
Technical training for rating qualification
Fleet Assignment— 0 weeks
First duty station
Report to operational command

Calculate Your End Training Date and Holidays and Events You Will Miss During Training

Ship dates are approximate and based on the weekly RTC Great Lakes schedule. Confirm your exact date with your recruiter. Source: bootcamp.navy.mil

Career Progression Milestones

Estimated timeline based on current advancement rates. Actual timing varies by individual performance and Navy needs.

7 mo
1 mo
1yr 5mo
6 mo
1yr 6mo
Training Complete— 7 mo
Pipeline finished (~7 mo) — JCAC Pensacola, FL
First Duty Station— 8 mo
Sea or shore duty assignment
NEC Specialization Options— 2yr 1mo
36 specializations available
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Advancement Outlook

E-2 to E-4 Advancement Outlook

Time to E-4: 30 months total

  • E-1 → E-2: 9 months at E-1. Automatic
  • E-2 → E-3: 9 months at E-2. Automatic
  • E-3 → E-4: 12 months at E-3. Automatic

E-4 is automatic — competitive advancement starts at E-5

How to advance faster to E-4

Your recruiter can process you in at E-2 or E-3 on day one if you qualify. Every rung skipped shortens the path to E-4 by months. Official transcripts / certificates required at enlistment.

  • E-2 →Easy
    2 years of JROTC completed. Easiest common path if your high school offers JROTC.
  • E-2 →Moderate
    24+ semester hours/ 36+ quarter hours of college credit (below the associate's threshold). Roughly one full year of college.
  • E-2 →Moderate
    Civil Air Patrol Billy Mitchell Award. Achievable with consistent cadet participation, but requires testing and leadership time.
  • E-2 →Moderate
    Sea Cadet Corps — reaching the Sea Cadet E-2 rate (join by age 17).
  • E-2 to E-3 →Moderate
    Boot camp leadership roles — roles don't auto-pin rank. Advancement comes from earning Honor Recruit or Hall of Fame at graduation (one award only, not stacked).
    • Honor Recruit up to E-2 — effectively the #1 ranked recruit in your division (~60-80 recruits), one Sailor per division per cycle. Selection is based on cumulative performance across all three academic exams, Physical Readiness Test (PRT) scores, uniform and personnel inspections, military bearing, and peer/Recruit Division Commander (RDC) evaluations. Roles that typically compete at this level:
      • Assistant LPO (ALPO) — deputy to the LPO.
      • Master-at-Arms (MAA) — barracks cleanliness, standards, and discipline.
      • Yeoman (YN) — division admin, paperwork, and tracking.
      • Educational Petty Officer (EPO) — study groups, test prep, and academic remediation.
      • Religious Petty Officer (RPO) — coordinates chapel and religious services.
      • Athletic Petty Officer (APO) — leads PT and fitness assessments.
      • Mail Petty Officer — handles mail distribution and tracking.
      • Section Leaders — squad-level leaders below the division-wide roles.
    • Hall of Fame up to E-3 — the most elite recognition at Recruit Training Command (RTC), awarded Navy-wide rather than per division. Requires exceptional performance in every training metric: top-tier scores on all three academic exams (typically 90%+), "Outstanding" on the final Physical Readiness Test (PRT), near-perfect uniform and personnel inspections, held a division leadership role with strong performance, and zero remediation, infractions, or negative marks across the full training cycle. Senior leadership roles positioned to compete:
  • E-3 →Moderate
    3 years of JROTC completed (any service branch). Straightforward if your high school has the program — three school years of enrollment.
  • E-3 →Hard
    Eagle Scout (BSA) or Gold Award (GSUSA) — the highest youth scouting awards. Typically takes years of participation and a capstone service project.
  • E-3 →Hard
    Associate's degree (or 48+ semester hours / 72+ quarter hours of college credit, 100-level or higher from an accredited institution). Two years of full-time college.
  • E-3 →Hard
    Civil Air Patrol Earhart Award. Uncommon — only a small fraction of CAP cadets reach this level.
  • E-3 →Hard
    Sea Cadet Corps — reaching the Sea Cadet E-3 rate (join by age 16).

Ceiling is E-3 at accession — stacking qualifications doesn't push you to E-4 out of the gate.

Ways to accelerate E-4 after you're in

  • HardAdvanced Electronics Field (AEF) ProgramAuto E-4 — CTT is on the AEF roster. Per MILPERSMAN 1510-030 §3a the full AEF list is ET, FC, FCA, RW (the "AECF" subset), CTM, CTT, MT, and STG. AEF Sailors are advanced to E-2 on Recruit Training graduation (§2b), to E-3 after 9 months TIG at E-2 (§9c), and to E-4 after A-school + any required advanced training + 6 months TIG at E-3 (§9d). Governed by MILPERSMAN 1510-030 (CH-94, 16 Mar 2026) and MILPERSMAN 1430-010. Requirements (§9d):
    • All requirements for advancement in rate completed
    • CO recommendation via NAVPERS 1336/3
    • PFA / body-composition standards (OPNAVINST 6110.1K)
    • Required advanced training complete
    • Sufficient obligated service — AEF carries a 6-year OBLISERV (§7)
    AEF is an enlistment-level election at MEPS / RTC (§2a). Fleet Sailors may request enrollment while at a training activity; conversion into an AEF-only rating auto-enrolls (§2a). Submarine-duty volunteers only (§3c). CTM advanced training may occur immediately after A-school or after initial shore duty (§4b.1.m).
  • Very HardMeritorious Advancement Program (MAP) — Command-nominated promotion that skips the exam entirely. Each command gets a small seasonal quota of MAP slots and hands them to the top performers based on evaluation ranking. Fastest path on paper, but you're competing directly with every other sailor at your command.

Rules can change — verify current criteria with your recruiter and in the latest Navy Recruiting Manual (COMNAVCRUITCOM) before signing any paperwork that assumes a specific entry paygrade.

E-5 and E-6 Advancement Outlook

Strong opportunity★★★☆

2 of 4 factors working in your favor · 1 working against you

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    Manning

    E5 97%E6 99%(E-4/E-5)
    Community is at or above authorized strength. Limited BBA billet gaps — expect more competition and slower promotion.

    Source: N12 Community Health Indicator brief (FY26)

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    Initial Enlistment Bonus

    Yes — active bonus

    The Navy currently pays an enlistment bonus to new recruits who select this rate. An active bonus usually signals the community is short on accessions, which is the same pressure that keeps senior billets open.
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    Overall Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) Outlook

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All Active CNRC Enlistment Incentives

Active Duty

Source: CNRC GENADMIN 24 JUL 26 — effective Jul 27, 2026, contracts authorized through Dec 31, 2026 (NDAA 2026)

Active Component only. Reservist (SELRES) shipping bonuses are set by a separate CNRF incentive message — ask your recruiter.

Bonuses can stack up to the rating's EB cap; LRP is independent. Footnote numbers match the source GENADMIN.

Source-Rate Bonus (EBSR)

Earned at school graduation; only EB type that can be partially recouped.

CTT-AEF

Any

$15,000[2]

Loan Repayment Program (LRP)

Stacks on top of EB cap. AFQT ≥ 50, ~25% tax withheld, DD 2475 required per payment.

CTT-AEF

October–September Any

Up to $65,000[1]

EBSR Notes

  • 2EBSR is earned and payable upon graduation from "A" or "C" school.

LRP Notes

  • 1Future Sailor must access into Active Component and have LRP listed as a guarantee on their current Annex to DD Form 4 (NAVCRUIT 1133/52). The NRC LRP Manager approves prior to a new Annex being generated. LRP can stack with all other EB types up to its own $65,000 maximum. Applicants need AFQT 50+, must submit a DD 2475 for each payment, and roughly 25% of each payment is withheld for taxes (a W-2 is issued).

Cross-cutting Policy Notes

  • 1Future Sailors with Tier 3 education credentials (e.g., HiSET / GED / alternative credential) are NOT authorized any EB.
  • 2Prior-service members re-enlisting onto Active Duty must enter at pay grade E-4 or below, must not have received a bonus on their first enlistment, and (Navy prior-service) must have been separated from active duty for at least 12 months before shipping.
  • 3EBHS (EB for High School) is currently NOT AUTHORIZED in this message — distinct from prior cycles when EBHS was offered.
  • 4During lapsed appropriations, classifiers may still include EB on a contract if the DD 1966 carries the funding-availability disclaimer; payment is then subject to a future appropriation.
  • 5Bonuses are paid in installments. Only the unearned portion of EBSR is eligible for recoupment; EBSHP/EBPST cannot be recouped due to post-RTC reclassification or separation.

Always verify with a recruiter before signing — eligibility depends on AFQT, education tier, security-clearance adjudication, ship date, and program availability. Funding subject to congressional reauthorization of 37 USC § 331.

How to qualify & get paid

  1. Sign a contract for this rate at MEPS with the bonus(es) listed on your NAVCRUIT 1133/52 Enlistment Guarantee — eligibility is locked at signing.
  2. Ship to Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes inside the authorized window — EBSHP and EBPST are earned and paid at RTC graduation and cannot be recouped after.
  3. Complete A-school (and any required follow-on C-school or qualifying course) for your rating — EBSR is earned and paid at school graduation, except for the Special-Operations pipelines, which pay later (AIRR after FRS + first duty station; SO after SQT; SB after SWCC Charlie phase; EOD/ND after their respective A-schools).
  4. LRP is paid annually upon submission of a DD 2475; ~25% is withheld for federal taxes, and a W-2 is issued. LRP must be on your contract at accession — it cannot be added later via reclassification.

Important details & disqualifiers

  • •All bonuses on this page are Active Component (Active Duty) only. Reservists (SELRES) follow a separate CNRF incentive message — ask your recruiter.
  • •Future Sailors with Tier 3 education credentials (HiSET / GED / alternative) are NOT authorized any EB.
  • •AFQT score must be ≥ 31 for EBSHP and ≥ 50 for LRP.
  • •EBSR is the only EB type that can be partially recouped if you separate before completing the obligated service. EBSHP / EBPST cannot be recouped after RTC.
  • •Bonus payments are subject to federal income tax withholding.
  • •EB-for-High-School (EBHS) is currently NOT authorized in the July 2026 GENADMIN — distinct from earlier cycles when it was offered.
  • •Funding: NDAA 2026 authorizes contracts through 31 December 2026; appropriations cover obligations through 30 September 2026; max-EB authority extends through 10 January 2027 — all subject to congressional reauthorization of 37 USC § 331.
  • •This rate requires a security clearance — failure to obtain clearance may affect bonus eligibility (and several special-operations footnotes explicitly require an earned NEC + clearance before payment).

You May Qualify for a Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC)

Specialties within this rate you can select, some with additional compensation. Each NEC has its own training, bonus potential, and career path.

0000Any NEC or no NEC (all qualifying Sailors in this rating)

Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

🔴

First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

$45,000

Max

Being Eliminated · effective 2025-12-18

🔴

Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

$60,000

Max

Being Eliminated · effective 2025-12-18

🔴

Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

$45,000

Max

Being Eliminated · effective 2025-12-18

C04AAN/SLQ-32(V)6 Electronic Warfare Systems Maintenance Technician

Potential Civilian Post-Navy Outcomes

SIGINT Analyst

Transferability: 8/10

$75k–$130k

Post-Navy Salary Trajectory

Estimated civilian salary growth after separating from the Navy, based on industry data for this rating's skill set.

Year 1

$72K

Year 5

$100K

Year 10

$125K

10-year growth: +74%

Retention & Burnout

First-Term Retention

54%

choose to reenlist

Burnout Index

4.4/10

Moderate

Watch Intensity

5

Hours/Day

9

Deploy Tempo

6

Manning Strain

0

Low Morale Risk

4

Attrition Signal

5

What this means: The Burnout Index combines watch intensity (25%), daily hours (20%), deployment tempo (15%), manning strain (15%), morale (15%), and attrition (10%) into a single risk score.

Lifestyle7/10

Ship vs. Shore Split

55% / 45%

Sea Duty Tempo

Moderate — 6/10

Physical Demand

low — indoor

Sea Duty Tempo measures how much of a career is spent in deployable billets — ships, submarines, deploying squadrons, and expeditionary units — and how often those units leave homeport. It is separate from physical demand: an administrative job aboard a deployed unit still deploys, and a hands-on maintenance job at a shore command does not.

Watch Standing

4-section watch rotation (8 on / 16 off)

In a 4-section rotation, the crew is divided into four teams. Each team stands a 6-hour watch shift, then has 18 hours off before their next watch. In port, you stand 24-hour duty roughly every 4 days — meaning you stay aboard the ship overnight on your duty day.

Watch stations often in climate-controlled spaces. SCIF access may be required for some watches.

OPNAVINST 3120.32DUSNI ProceedingsNavy Watch Standing Manual

Life on Watch — Sea Stories

“I was standing EW watch when I detected a radar emitter that wasn't in our threat library. New signal, unknown origin, painting our ship. I reported it to the TAO and we went to a higher alert posture. I spent the next four hours characterizing the signal — frequency, pulse width, scan rate — building a profile from scratch. It turned out to be a new variant of a known system. My characterization report got forwarded all the way to DIA. That single watch produced intelligence that updated the national threat database. Most people will never know a 22-year-old CTT did that.”

Veteran account (composite)

Story 1 of 4

Common Duty Stations

Naval Station NorfolkSea
Family Friendly

6.9/10

Schools + spouse jobs

Base Housing Wait

10 months

Avg waitlist for on-base

Cost of Living

95

100 = national avg

Naval Base San DiegoSea
Family Friendly

7.9/10

Schools + spouse jobs

Base Housing Wait

14 months

Avg waitlist for on-base

Cost of Living

135

100 = national avg

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-HickamSea

Media & Videos

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Life on Watch — Sea Stories

“I was standing EW watch when I detected a radar emitter that wasn't in our threat library. New signal, unknown origin, painting our ship. I reported it to the TAO and we went to a higher alert posture. I spent the next four hours characterizing the signal — frequency, pulse width, scan rate — building a profile from scratch. It turned out to be a new variant of a known system. My characterization report got forwarded all the way to DIA. That single watch produced intelligence that updated the national threat database. Most people will never know a 22-year-old CTT did that.”

Veteran account (composite)

Story 1 of 4

C04A
+ more
C-School / Advanced Training— 2yr 7mo
1 follow-on school available
Shore Duty Rotation— 4yr 1mo
First shore rotation opportunity
  • Leading Petty Officer (LPO) — runs day-to-day ops inside the division.
  • Assistant RCPO (ARCPO) — backs up the RCPO and steps in when needed.
  • Recruit Chief Petty Officer (RCPO) — senior recruit in the division, overall accountability to the RDCs. Highest visibility for meritorious advancement.
Average+4 SRB added/increased · −4 SRB reduced/eliminated
$90,000 max
Navy is paying a substantial bonus to retain sailors. Strong signal that billets are staying empty at senior paygrades.
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    Billet-Based Advancement eligibility

    Legacy exam cycles

    This rating has not been integrated into Billet-Based Advancement yet. Advancement still runs through the traditional exam and Final Multiple Score (FMS) system — your exam score is one of the main factors in how you promote.

    • Sources: Manning NAVADMIN · SRB NAVADMIN · Billet-Based Advancement Handbook (NAVADMIN 255/24, updated via NAVADMIN 112/25). How to interpret these factors →

    Maintains, repairs and operates AN/SLQ-32(V)6 Electronic Warfare system and associated ancillary systems.

    Requirements

    • Member must possess a Top Secret (TS)/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    🟡

    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    $90,000

    Max

    Reduced · effective 2025-12-18

    🟢

    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $45,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    771BNaval Special Warfare (NSW) Tactical Information Operations (TIO) Operator

    Provides focused cryptologic and Tactical Information Operations support to NSW. Performs signals intelligence, direction finding, and precision geolocation operations in support of Special Operations Forces (SOF) mission sets on ground, air and maritime environments.

    Requirements

    • TS/SCI security clearance and counter-intelligence polygraph required.
    • Members in paygrades E4-E9 will retain this NEC for only one tour outside of NSW; if member does not return to NSW duties within one tour outside of NSW, training must be repeated.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    🟢

    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    $60,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    🟢

    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $75,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    C34ACryptologic Subsurface Augmentee Electronics Intelligence (ELINT) Supervisor

    Supervises subsurface cryptologic ELINT teams and applies analysis to both organic and non-organic sources to provide indications and warnings to supported commanders. Manages all cryptologic ELINT systems and resources.

    Requirements

    • This NEC code is earned through local PQS/JQR programs completion and per COMNAVIFORINST 1221.1.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    🟢

    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    $60,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    🟢

    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $30,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    703CNaval Special Warfare (NSW) Tactical Information Operations (TIO) Analyst

    Provides focused cryptologic and tactical information operations support to NSW utilizing special operations forces (SOF) unique tactics, techniques, and procedures to perform full spectrum signals intelligence (SIGINT) operations.

    Requirements

    • Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance with counterintelligence polygraph required.
    • Members in paygrade E4-E9 will retain this NEC code for only one tour outside of NSW duties; if member does not return to NSW duties within one tour outside NSW, training must be repeated.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

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    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    $60,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

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    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $60,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    C01AAN/SLQ-32(V)1/2/3/4 Electronic Warfare Operator

    Operates the AN/SLQ-32 (V)1/2/3/4 Electronic Warfare system and ancillary systems applying complex intercept and analysis techniques and prescribed reporting procedures.

    Requirements

    • Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance required.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

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    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    $45,000

    Max

    Newly Added

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    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $30,000

    Max

    Newly Added

    C17ATechnical ELINT (TECHELINT) Analysis Technician

    Performs measurements on noncommunications signals using analog equipment and determines required noncommunications collection and analysis procedures and priorities.

    Requirements

    • Must possess Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
    • Personnel must complete MATH1030, SIGE2810 and SIGE3810 to earn this NEC code.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    —

    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

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    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $45,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    C36AAN/SLQ-32(V)6/7 Electronic Warfare Systems Operator

    Operates the AN/SLQ-32(V)6/7 Electronic Warfare systems and ancillary systems applying complex intercept techniques and prescribed analysis and reporting procedures.

    Requirements

    • Must possess a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
    • Member must complete the Electronic Warfare Console Operator PQS (NAVEDTRA 43357-G series), platform specific JQR and a minimum of 180 days as an SLQ-32(V)6/7 operator on a surface platform (time must be completed outside Maintenance Phase) to earn this NEC code.
    • Submission of NAVPERS 1221/6 with Commanding Officer's recommendation to BUPERS-312 for awarding of this NEC code.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    —

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    🟢

    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    $45,000

    Max

    Newly Added

    🟢

    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    $30,000

    Max

    Newly Added

    C15ACryptologic Subsurface Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) Signals Operator/Analyst.

    Operates subsurface electronic warfare systems, applying complex collection and analysis techniques, and prescribed reporting procedures.

    Requirements

    • Member must complete a combination of courses and local PQS/JQR programs IAW COMNAVIFORINST 1221.1 to earn this NEC code.

    Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB)

    🟢

    First Reenlistment (17 mo to 6 yrs Active Duty)

    $30,000

    Max

    Active (unchanged)

    —

    Second Reenlistment (6 to 10 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    —

    Third Reenlistment (10 to 14 yrs Active Duty)

    Not eligible

    C00AAN/SLQ-32A/B (V) 2 Technician

    Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on AN/SLQ-32A/B (V) 2 Electronic Warfare Support System.

    C02AAN/SLQ-32(V)3/4 Electronic Warfare Systems Technician

    Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on AN/SLQ-32A(V)3/4 Electronic Warfare Deceptive Electronic Countermeasure (DECM) Systems.

    C04BAN/SLQ-32(V)7 Electronic Warfare Systems Maintenance Technician

    Maintains AN/SLQ-32(V)7 Electronic Warfare system to include the updated subsystem power supplies, cooling system, electrical/electronic interfaces, and antenna assemblies unique to modernized Electronic Attack (EA) functions.

    Requirements

    • Member must possess a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
    • Member must submit NAVPERS 1221/6 with Commanding Officer's recommendation to BUPERS-312 for awarding of this NEC Code.
    C05AElectromagnetic Warfare (EW) Coordinator (Advanced Application)

    Serves as the principle subject matter expert for tactical employment and management of Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) equipment, both active and passive. Serves as staff advisor in the employment of EW involving surface, subsurface, air and satellite forces.

    C06BP-8 Airborne Cryptologic Analyst and Maintainer

    Performs in-flight functions as a P-8 Airborne Cryptologic Analyst and Maintainer. Knowledgeable of the airborne Cryptologic data collection systems and emergency and flight procedures.

    Requirements

    • Members will be in Duty Involving Flying/Crewmember status and will attend NACCS and SERE as required IAW OPNAVINST 1000.24 (Series). This NEC is earned following locally completed squadron ground events and P-8 Mission Specialist JQR.
    • Submission of NAVPERS 1221/6 with Commanding Officer's recommendation to BUPERS-312 for awarding of this NEC code. 31
    C09AMilitary Operational Electronic Intelligence (OPELINT) Signals Analyst

    Performs advance measurements on non-communications signals using various tactical data processing equipment to provide operationally relevant information such as the location, movement, employment, tactics, and activity of foreign non-communications emitters and their associated weapon systems. Determines and manages required non-communications collection procedures and priorities.

    Requirements

    • Must possess a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
    • Must be a graduate of the three-year Military Operational Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) (OpELINT) Signals Analysis Program (MOSAP) to earn this NEC code.
    C22AMilitary Technical Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) Signals Analyst.

    Performs advanced measurements on non-communications signals using analog and digital equipment. Determines and manages required non- communications collection procedures and priorities.

    Requirements

    • Individuals must have completed at least one year tour as an Intermediate non-communication signals analyst, and have completed/ recompleted EA-183 Math for SIGINT within one year prior to assignment to the course. NEC will be awarded to graduates of the three-year Military ELINT Signals Analyst Program (MESAP).
    • Must possess Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
    702CWarfare Tactics Instructor (WTI) Level IV

    Responsible for informing, evaluating, and assessing integrated Information Warfare (IW) doctrine, planning, tactics, and operations. Demonstrate advanced instructional techniques; develop, implement, and evaluate curricula, and instruct for the Naval Information Warfighting Development Center (NIWDC) WTI training development cycle.

    705BShips Self Defense System (SSDS) Operator

    Operates Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) MK-2 consoles and manipulates console controls to access features of the MK-2 operational program in support of ship's missions onboard CVN, LHD, and LPD-17 class ships. Assists in development of tactical doctrine, enters tactical doctrine into SSDS MK-2, tests tactical doctrine, and recommends changes to tactical doctrine.

    708AExpeditionary Information Warfare (Tactical)

    Provides focused tactical cryptologic collection, real-time analytic support, computer network operations, and cyber-enabling support to naval forces. Deploys in support of Fleet and National priority intelligence requirements, executing distributed collection operations in small (2-3 personnel) detachments.

    Requirements

    • Sailors must meet the minimum standard for assignment at NAVEXINTCOM as defined in MILPERSMAN 1300-802.
    • Successful completion of twelve-week basic operator course comprised of advanced technical and system training.
    • Individual must complete six months OJT, complete command managed JQR, complete at least one successful six-month operational deployment, and obtain Commanding Officer recommendation to earn NEC code.
    • Individual must possess a current and valid TS/SCI security clearance with counter-intelligence scope polygraph.
    725ACombat Systems Senior Enlisted

    Performs duties as the senior enlisted principal advisor to the Combat Systems and Operations Officer as well as the Tactical Action Officer (TAO) during tactical situations. Provides tactical, technical, administrative and training expertise in all warfare areas.

    725BGlobal Command and Control System-Maritime Group Level 4.1 (GCCS-M GL 4.1) Operator

    Performs Joint Services and Navy specific applications and processes. Manages C4I database management functions, communications operations, and Force Over-the-Horizon Track Coordinator functions; and maintains the Common Operational Picture (COP) and provides input into the Common Tactical Picture at the unit, battle group, component commander, joint and coalition level.

    Requirements

    • Secret security clearance is required.
    • Member must complete the following OJT qualification training path: a. Completion of GGCS-M GL 4.1 Video Training series as outlined in PEO C41 San Diego message 141737Z JAN 19, Subject: GLOBAL COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM - MARITIME (GCCS-M) JOB PERFORMANCE AID-VIGNETTE VIDEOS. These videos are available for download or viewing on URL = SIPRNET SAILOR 2.1: https://sailor.navy.smil.mil, under the "Video Section". b. Complete the supplemental student training job sheets titled "GCCS-M GL 4.1 Job Sheets" (available via SAILOR Web Portal). c. Complete NAVEDTRA 43555-6 Personal Qualification Standards for Global Command and Control System Maritime Group Level v4.1.X.X Database Manager. d. Must submit NAVPERS 1221/6 with Commanding Officer's recommendation to BUPERS-312 for awarding of this NEC Code.
    727AElectromagnetic Compatibility Technician

    Performs specialized duties to recognize and report Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) during scheduled/unscheduled maintenance. Responsible for the ship's Topside Electromagnetic (EM) Control Drawing, verifies placement and condition of EM control measures and corrects or reports discrepancies. Performs standardized Industrial and Divisional Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) work practices.

    730AMiniature/Microminiature Module Test and Repair (2M MTR) Technician

    Performs corrective maintenance on circuit cards and electronic modules by troubleshooting and repairing the faulty cards and modules. Preventive maintenance will be performed periodically as scheduled by Maintenance Requirement Cards for 2M Rework Stations (Pace PRC 2000) and the primary MTR test system (AN/USM-674).

    Requirements

    • Member must recertify per the 2M MTR Certification Manual (NAVSEA TE000-AA-MAN-010/2M, NAVAIR SE-004-PQS-000).
    • The source ratings for the AN/USM-674 (CIN A-100- 0076 or S-100-7600 Operator/Maintainer) training are the same as for the 2M training courses. Completing only the AN/USM-674 (CIN A-100-0076 or S-100-7600) training provides no NEC Code however, completion of the AN/USM-674 course and earning NEC code 783A - Microminiature Electronic Repair Technician would award the technician the 730A NEC code.
    • CIN S-100-7600 and CDPs 12W4, 12W5, 12W6, 12W7, 12WA, 12ZF are for use by NAVSEA-designated personnel (LANT and PAC 2M MTR Fleet Coordinators) only.
    • For the CTT source rating only, NEC codes C00A, C02A and C04A are prerequisites for this NEC code. 248
    732AEast Asia Area Specialist

    Possesses specific knowledge, skills and experience of information warfare capabilities to support naval and joint operations in the Pacific/East Asia area of operations.

    Requirements

    • TS/SCI security clearance required.
    • Must have a minimum of 4 years in a billet with documented focus on the East Asia mission to be awarded this NEC code.
    749BMain Propulsion Steam Generating Plant Inspector

    Inspects material condition, monitors general readiness, and diagnoses improper operating procedures and equipment casualties/failures. Recommends operations and maintenance corrective measures.

    Requirements

    • Member must be mission-qualified flight crew member (E4 or above; mission qualification granted by the parent command) and have at least 18 months remaining on current PCS tour upon completion of CRMIT.
    • Must submit NAVPERS 1221/6 with Commanding Officer's recommendation to BUPERS-312 for awarding of this NEC code.
    756BShipboard Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear-Defense (CBRN-D) Operations and Training Specialist

    Trains and advises shipboard personnel on the integration of CBRN-D doctrine into command organization and operations in addition to the necessary protective measures for defense against and recovery from shipboard chemical, biological, or radiological involvement.

    757HCounter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Operator

    Provides critical technical capabilities to operate, employ and maintain Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) in support of installation force protection and base defense. Executes detection, identification, tracking and engagement of negligent, non-compliant and hostile sUAS incident and engagement reporting.

    Requirements

    • Member must possess a security clearance at a minimum of Secret.
    • Member must complete the following courses located on Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) prior to attending the mandatory Joint CsUAS University
    772BMiniature/Microminiature Electronic Repair Inspector

    Performs annual recertification of miniature and microminiature technicians and 12-18 month 2M program validation per the 2M MTR Certification Manual (NAVSEA TE000-AA-MAN-010/2M, NAVAIR SE-004-PQS-000).

    Requirements

    • Continued NEC code qualification requires recertification per the 2M MTR Certification Manual (NAVSEA TE000-AA-MAN-010/2M, NAVAIR SE-004-PQS-000).
    • NEC code is normally assigned to E5-E8 AE and AT; and E7-E8 CTT, EM, ET, FC, FCA, FT, GM, GSE, IC, IT, MT, RW, STG and STS.
    • For the CTT source rating only, NEC codes C00A, C02A and C04A are prerequisites for this NEC code.
    773B2M Instructor

    Conducts formal training course for Miniature and Microminiature Electronic Repair, 2M Inspector, Microminiature Recertification Training and 2M Instructor culminating in certification. Applies requirements of the Standard Maintenance Practices Miniature/Microminiature (2M) Electronic Assembly Repair (NAVSEA SE004-AK-TRS-010/2M, NAVAIR 01-1A-23) Technical Manual.

    Requirements

    • Continued NEC code qualification requires recertification per the 2M MTR Certification Manual (NAVSEA TE000-AA-MAN-010/2M, NAVAIR SE-004-PQS-000).
    • NEC code normally assigned to AE, AT, EM, ET, FC, FT, GM, GSE, IC, MT, STG, STS.
    • For the CTT source rating only, NEC codes C00A, C02A and C04A are prerequisites for this NEC code.
    777AWeapons and Tactics Instructor

    Performs in an instructor billet at Weapons Schools, Type Wings, and Aviation Squadrons within the classroom, lab/simulator, or during training flights. Performs in flight duties as an Aircrewman, Instructor, and Evaluator. Rotary wing and Airborne Command Control and Logistics aircrew perform in-flight duties as an Aircrewman, Instructor, and Evaluator.

    Requirements

    • All aircrew attending prerequisite courses must be in an UP status for flying, must be NATOPS current and qualified in model.
    • "Rotary Wing" CIN: S-050-0836 required for AWR and AWS only. Candidates must be ACTC Level III, meet NAWDC minimum flight time requirements, and pass instructor screening. Through training process, instructor will qualify as range Safety Officer for training events, as well as Small Arms Marksmanship Instructors (SAMI) and Aerial Gunnery Instructors (AGI).
    • "VP" candidates for the MPRA WTI course must be ACTC Level IV; graduates will be identified as WTI/ACTC Level 500 instructors.
    • "VQ/VPU" candidates for the Reconnaissance Tactics Instructor Course (RTIC) must be ACTC Level IV; graduates will be identified as WTI/ACTC Level 500 instructors.
    • "VQ(T)" candidates for the Mercury Tactics Instructor Course (MTIC) must be ACTC Level 400; graduates will be identified as WTI/ACTC Level 500 instructors. SAMI and HAGI are not required for VQ(T) ACTC 500 Aircrewmen.
    • "VRC/VRM" candidates for the Combat Logistics Instructor (CLI) Course in the C-2A or CMV-22 must complete the Combat Logistics Systems course, COD Advanced Readiness Program, Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC), and ACTC Level IV. Graduates will be identified as CLI/ACTC Level 500 instructors.
    783AMicrominiature Electronic Repair Technician

    Performs additional repairs beyond those taught to NEC code 784A technicians, e.g., repair of flexible conductors, multilayer conductors and laminates, illuminated panels, and removal and replacement of welded lead components and surface mounted devices per NAVSEAINST 4790.17B and COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2B.

    Requirements

    • Continued NEC code qualification requires recertification per the 2M MTR Certification Manual (NAVSEA TE000-AA-MAN-010/2M, NAVAIR SE-004-PQS-000.
    • NEC code is normally assigned to AE, AT, CTT, EM, ET, FC, FCA, FT, GM, GSE, IC, MT, IT, RW, STG, STS, MN.
    • CIN: S-100-7300 and CDPs: 12WN, 12WP, 12WR, 12WS, 12WT are for use by the 2M MTR Fleet Coordinators only.
    • For the CTT source rating only, NEC codes C00A, C02A and C04A are prerequisites for this NEC code.
    784AMiniature Electronic Repair Technician

    Performs identification, removal and application of conformal coatings, removal and replacement of discrete and multi-lead components, preparation and installation of eyelets, repair and replacement of conductors and laminates, proper connection of wires to terminal and connector cups, and other related repairs per NAVSEAINST 4790.17B and COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2B.

    Requirements

    • Continued NEC code qualification requires recertification per the 2M MTR Certification Manual (NAVSEA TE000-AA-MAN-010/2M, NAVAIR SE-004-PQS-000).
    • NEC code is normally assigned to AE, AT, CTT, EM, ET, FC, FT, GM, GSE, IC, IT, MN, MT, RW, STG and STS.
    • CIN S-100-7200 and CDPs 12W8, 12W9, 12WB, 12WC are for use by 2M MTR Fleet Coordinators only.
    • For the CTT source rating only, NEC codes C00A, C02A and C04A are prerequisites for this NEC code. 271
    785CSpecial Operations Forces Expeditionary Cyberspace Operator (SOF ECO)

    Performs local and close-access expeditionary cyberspace operations as assigned in support of SOF mission-sets. When augmented to Joint Task Forces (JTFs), operationally leverages cyber capabilities from the maritime, air, and ground domains.

    Requirements

    • TS/SCI security clearance.
    • Member must be assessed and selected for special duty assignment at a CNO Priority One Command.
    • Member must complete JSOC Cyber Operator Training Course (COTC), Expeditionary Cyber Operator Training Course (ECOTC) and JQR.
    • Member will retain component NEC codes, and all previously earned NEC codes upon awarding of this NEC. 272
    785DSpecial Operations Forces Tactical Cryptologic Warfare Operator (SOF TAC-CWO)

    Performs full-spectrum cryptologic warfare (Electronic Warfare, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and Cyber) as assigned in support of SOF mission sets. When augmented to Joint Task Forces (JTFs), operationally leverages cryptologic capabilities from the maritime, air, ground, space, cyberspace and commercial domains.

    Requirements

    • TS/SCI security clearance.
    • Member must be assessed and selected for special duty assignment at a CNO Priority One Command.
    • Member must complete JSOC Tactical Cryptologic Warfare Operator Training Course (CWOTC) and JQR.
    • Member will retain component NEC codes, and all previously earned NEC codes upon awarding of this NEC.
    785ESpecial Operations Forces (SOF) Sensitive Collection and Reconnaissance - Operator (SCAR-O)

    Performs advanced-to-mastery level full-spectrum technical collection, surveillance, and reconnaissance. SOF tactical and strategic mission sets via cryptologic warfare, cyber, special communications, unmanned systems, robotics and technical surveillance capabilities.

    Requirements

    • Member must possess a TS/SCI security clearance.
    • Member must be assessed and selected for special duty assignment to a CNO Priority One Command.
    • Member should possess one of the following NEC codes from the following job fields prior to entering SCAR-O training and qualification pipeline: 785B, 785C, 785D, 785G, 785H, 785I.
    • Member must complete SCAR-O assessment and selection (SCAR-O A&S), technical training and qualification pipeline, JQR and mandatory 12- month probationary period.
    • Member will retain component NEC codes, and all previously earned NEC codes upon awarding of this NEC code for future inventory management.
    785FSpecial Operations Forces (SOF) Sensitive Collection and Reconnaissance - Analyst (SCAR-A)

    Performs advanced-to-master-level full-spectrum analysis supporting SOF mission-sets that satisfy strategic objectives. Augments Joint Task Forces and leverages novel and advanced analytical capabilities supporting highly complex operations in sensitive, strategic environments in the air, ground, maritime, undersea, space, cyberspace, and commercial domains.

    Requirements

    • Member must possess a TS/SCI security clearance.
    • Member must be assessed and selected for special duty assignment to a CNO Priority One Command.
    • Member must complete JSOC Sensitive Collection and Reconnaissance Analyst Training Course (SCARATC), technical training and qualification pipeline and Unit-specific JQR.
    • Member will retain component NEC code, and all previously earned NEC codes upon awarding of this NEC. 273
    785JSpecial Operations Forces Intelligence Targeting Officer (SOF ITO)

    Coordinates full-spectrum intelligence analysis for targeting in order to enable kinetic and non-kinetic effects in support of SOF mission-sets. Augments Joint Task Forces (JTFs) by synchronizing, integrating and directing employment of U.S.

    Requirements

    • Member must possess a TS/SCI security clearance.
    • Member must be assessed and selected for special duty assignment to a CNO Priority One Command.
    • Member must complete JSOC Intelligence Targeting Officer Training Course (ITOTC) and JQR.
    • Member will retain component NEC and all previously earned NEC codes upon awarding of this NEC code.
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