America’s Navy has the most modern, advanced fleet of ships in the entire world. Nuclear Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are trained extensively to maintain and operate these ships, their crews and their systems. Providing direction. Leading by example. As the backbone of fleet leadership, you have the opportunity to use your skills on ships throughout the fleet—including our nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. A career as a SWO could eventually lead you to becoming a Commanding Officer of a carrier. Aircraft carriers are at the core of our national defense strategy because of their ability to project naval superiority to any location in the world. Nuclear Surface Warfare Officers ensure that Sailors in their department maintain and operate the ship’s complex reactor and power generation systems safely and efficiently. As a SWO, you could do any of the following: 

• Directing personnel operations aboard Navy vessels, such as aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, amphibious warfare ships, mine warfare ships and frigates
• Managing shipboard vertical launch systems and weapons systems
• Using computer displays and advanced technology in battle and ship defense
• Providing support to Navy expeditionary forces, Theater Air Missile operations, anti-submarine warfare, surface-to-air warfare, and support and supply missions

BENEFITS & EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Our people are our most valuable assets, so we care for them well. With world-class training, opportunity to pay for college and advanced degrees, access to the best health care in the country, retirement plans, tax incentives, and more perks than you could have imagined, Navy active-duty benefits are the most competitive out there. 

• Earn up to $168,300 while finishing your degree
• Free Graduate Education through Post 9/11 GI Bill
• A regular monthly income ranging from $3,280 to $5,610 for up to 30 months prior to your graduation
• Receive an immediate one-time sign-on bonus of $15,000
• Opportunities to travel the world
• 30 days of paid vacation time each year
• Competitive and pay and bonuses - Lieutenant total compensation at 4 years of Service ($112,343.76 - with dependents stationed in San Diego
• Automatic Promotions based on ability and performance
• Comprehensive medical and dental care at no cost to sailor
• Low-cost childcare services
• Excellent retirement benefits including Blended Retirement System/Pension and 5% 401K Government matching contribution
• Food allowances
• A housing allowance that is based upon the location of the school you attend

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS To be an eligible candidate, you must be:

• A U.S. Citizen
• 19-29 years old
• In pursuit of a bachelor's degree within 2.5 years from graduation and be currently enrolled full time, or have obtained a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of one year of calculus through differential and integral calculus with a grade of C or better
• Completion of one year of calculus-based physics with a grade of B or better
• Complete the rigorous NUPOC interview process with the Director of Naval Reactors and the Director of Naval Nuclear Propulsion
• Prior Service Navy and other branches of service are welcome to apply

Makeup of a competitive candidate:

• GPA > 3.0, preferably in preferably in mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry or other technical areas
• Physical fitness
• Extra-curricular activities
• Community involvement
• Outstanding character
• Great leadership potential
• Excellent communication skills
• True desire to serve in the Surface Warfare community

America’s Navy is approximately 450,000 Sailors, 300 ships and submarines, and 3,700 aircraft strong. Water and salt flow through our veins in the same proportion as the sea. That mighty force is the lifeblood of the greatest Navy ever to sail unstoppably upon it, slip stealthily beneath it or fly unchallenged above it. And we defend with honor, courage, and commitment every hour of every day. We are America’s Navy. We are forged by the sea.