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1110 · NAVY · Officer

Surface Warfare
Officer.

Navy 1110 (Surface Warfare Officer). 240 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $78K–$110K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours240DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 3 semester hours in Naval Science

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage3/7direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 1110 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending

/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 1110 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have05

01
Leadership and Team Management→ Team leadership, project management, Agile methodologies
02
Situational Awareness and Rapid Prioritization→ Incident response, risk management, real-time decision making
03
Resource Optimization→ Budget management, cost analysis, efficiency improvements
04
Experience with Naval Tactical Data System (NTDS)→ Data processing and display, command and control systems
05
Experience with Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (Navy ERP)→ ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), financial and supply chain management

To learn11

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+Cloud computing basics (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)+Linux system administration fundamentals+Scripting with Python or Bash+Cybersecurity fundamentals and networking concepts+Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools+Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing basics+Project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana)+Agile and Scrum methodologies+Technical writing and communication+SQL for data querying and analysis+Business process modeling and analysis

How VWC fits

Vets Who Code is a free, full-time software engineering accelerator for veterans, active duty, and military spouses. We close the fundamentals — terminal, web platform, AI tooling, portfolio projects — so the rest of this list becomes specialization, not square one.

See VWC Programs →

/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Project Manager

$95K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— PMP Certification
— Agile methodologies

P.02

Logistics Manager

$85K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Supply chain management software
— APICS certification

P.03

Facilities Manager

$78K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— HVAC systems knowledge
— OSHA safety standards

P.04

Management Consultant

$110K

Moderate match

High demand

Skills to develop

— MBA or related advanced degree
— Industry-specific expertise
— Consulting experience

P.05

Emergency Management Director

$80K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— FEMA certifications
— Disaster planning experience

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1110 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Situational Awareness

Surface Warfare Officers constantly monitor and interpret complex environmental factors, including ship position, weather, potential threats, and team readiness, to make informed decisions in dynamic situations.

Transfers to

The ability to perceive and understand the surrounding environment, anticipate potential problems, and make proactive decisions based on evolving information is highly valuable in fast-paced and high-stakes civilian environments.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

In emergency situations such as damage control or combat scenarios, Surface Warfare Officers must quickly assess the situation, prioritize tasks, and delegate responsibilities to maintain operational effectiveness.

Transfers to

The capacity to swiftly evaluate competing priorities, make critical decisions under pressure, and allocate resources effectively is essential for managing crises and driving efficiency in civilian organizations.

S.03

Resource Optimization

Surface Warfare Officers are responsible for managing shipboard resources, including personnel, supplies, and equipment, to maximize operational readiness and mission success within budgetary constraints.

Transfers to

The ability to allocate and manage resources efficiently, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve operational performance is highly sought after in civilian business and project management roles.

S.04

Team Synchronization

Leading shipboard teams requires Surface Warfare Officers to coordinate diverse specialties and skillsets, ensuring that everyone works together seamlessly toward common objectives.

Transfers to

The aptitude to build cohesive teams, foster collaboration, and synchronize individual efforts to achieve shared goals is invaluable in civilian leadership and project management positions.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Emergency Management Director

SOC 11-9161.00

You've been trained to maintain situational awareness in high-stress environments, rapidly prioritize tasks during crises, and effectively coordinate diverse teams to mitigate risks. Your experience managing shipboard emergencies directly translates to developing and implementing emergency response plans for communities or organizations.

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Manager

SOC 11-3071.00

You've honed your resource optimization skills by managing complex shipboard logistics, including personnel, supplies, and equipment. Your ability to streamline processes, reduce costs, and ensure efficient delivery of goods and services will make you a highly effective logistics manager in a variety of industries.

Adjacent · Match

Hospital Administrator

SOC 11-9111.00

You've gained invaluable experience in maintaining operational readiness and managing complex environments, comparable to overseeing a hospital's diverse functions. Your skills in rapid prioritization, resource management, and team synchronization are highly relevant to ensuring efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy