Naval Special Warfare & Operations (NSW/NSO)

*Up to $50K+ enlistment bonuses (varies by fiscal year and specialty).

Only 1% of Americans qualify for Naval Special Warfare.

This elite maritime force executes high-stakes missions across sea, air, and land—from deep-sea diving and clearing explosives to navigating combat boats—defending national security with unmatched precision and unconventional expertise.

Career Paths Include:

• Navy Seal
• Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman (SWCC)
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician
• Navy Diver

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute maritime special operations, including direct action and special reconnaissance.
• Operate and maintain high-performance combatant craft and specialized insertion vehicles.
• Locate, identify, and render safe conventional and improvised explosive hazards.
• Perform underwater salvage, recovery, and submarine rescue missions.
• Provide advanced tactical medical support and communication in austere environments.

Requirements:

• Physical Screening Test (PST): Must pass rigorous swim, run, and calisthenics benchmarks.
• ASVAB Score: High qualifying scores in specific line components.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen.
• Security Clearance: Eligible for Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Medical: Must meet stringent special operations medical, vision, and dive physical standards.
• Resilience: Ability to complete some of the most challenging military training pipelines in the world.

Benefits:

• Up to $50K+ enlistment bonuses (varies by fiscal year and specialty).
• Special Duty Pay: Additional monthly pay for Diving, Parachuting, Demolition, and Special Duty.
• Advanced Training: Access to world-class tactical, linguistic, and medical certifications.
• Retirement & Healthcare: Comprehensive military pension, 401(k)-style TSP, and full family medical/dental coverage.
• Elite Status: Membership in the world's most respected special operations and expeditionary forces.