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Surface Warfare
Officer.

Navy 1113 (Surface Warfare Officer). 480 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $80K–$110K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours480DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 6 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 1113 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 1113 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have06

01
Management of Naval Operations and shipboard systems→ Operational system architecture and critical infrastructure oversight
02
Damage Control procedures and response→ Incident response and resilience planning
03
Situational Awareness (synthesizing complex information from various sources)→ Complex system diagnosis and requirements gathering
04
Resource Optimization (allocating personnel and equipment strategically)→ Efficient system design and strategic resource allocation in projects
05
Experience with NTCSS (Naval Tactical Command Support System) for maintenance and supply chain→ Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system analysis and optimization
06
Understanding of Weapons Systems and Engineering Principles→ Foundational understanding of hardware-software interaction and system integration

To learn08

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

+C / C++ fundamentals+RTOS basics (e.g., FreeRTOS)+Project management methodologies (Agile/Scrum)+Software development lifecycle (SDLC) concepts+Linux command line and shell scripting+Cloud platform basics (AWS, Azure, GCP)+SQL for data analysis+Business process modeling notation (BPMN)

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

$110K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— PMP Certification
— Agile methodologies

P.02

Logistics Manager

$95K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Supply chain management certification
— APICS certification

P.03

Facilities Manager

$85K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
— OSHA safety standards

P.04

Emergency Management Director

$80K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Emergency Management certification
— FEMA training

P.05

Maritime Security Specialist

$90K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Port security procedures
— International maritime law

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1113 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Situational Awareness

Surface Warfare Officers must maintain a constant awareness of their surroundings, including the position and movement of other ships, aircraft, and potential threats, both in peacetime and combat scenarios. They must quickly assess the implications of this information for the safety and mission effectiveness of their vessel.

Transfers to

This translates to an ability to quickly synthesize complex information from various sources to understand the big picture and anticipate potential problems or opportunities in dynamic environments.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

In a combat environment or during emergency situations, Surface Warfare Officers must rapidly assess the urgency and importance of competing demands and make quick decisions about which actions to take first to mitigate risks and achieve objectives.

Transfers to

You can quickly determine what's most important in a fast-paced environment and focus your efforts where they will have the greatest impact, even under pressure.

S.03

Team Synchronization

Surface Warfare Officers are responsible for coordinating the actions of a diverse team of sailors and officers to achieve a common goal. This requires clear communication, delegation, and the ability to build trust and cohesion within the team.

Transfers to

You excel at leading and coordinating teams, ensuring everyone is working together effectively towards a shared objective. You understand how to motivate people and foster a collaborative environment.

S.04

Resource Optimization

Managing shipboard resources, including personnel, fuel, ammunition, and supplies, is a critical aspect of a Surface Warfare Officer's job. They must make efficient use of these resources to ensure the ship can sustain operations and accomplish its mission.

Transfers to

You are adept at allocating resources strategically to maximize efficiency and achieve desired outcomes. You can identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to streamline operations.

/ 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 think clearly under pressure and make quick decisions in crisis situations. Your experience managing complex operations and coordinating diverse teams makes you an ideal candidate to lead emergency response efforts.

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Manager

SOC 11-3071.00

You've honed your skills in resource management and supply chain operations while overseeing shipboard logistics. Your ability to track inventory, anticipate needs, and optimize distribution makes you well-suited for a career in logistics management.

Adjacent · Match

Project Manager

SOC 11-9199.11

You've managed complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Your experience in planning, executing, and monitoring projects to achieve specific goals makes you a strong candidate for project management roles across various industries.

Adjacent · Match

Business Continuity Planner

SOC 13-1199.00

You've developed a strong understanding of risk management and disaster preparedness. You've been responsible for creating plans to sustain operations, which directly translates to the responsibilities of a business continuity planner.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy