Navy Mathematics Careers

Generating intelligence that’s vital to national security. Working with some of the most advanced computer, communications and telecommunications systems on earth. Expanding knowledge rooted in either the theoretical or the applied. If you’re looking to use strong math skills to solve important real-world problems, check out the many mathematics careers available to you in the Navy.

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Video: Naval Reactors Engineer

Naval Reactors Engineers are responsible for researching, designing, maintaining, operating and regulating the nuclear reactors and power plants that drive the most advanced Fleet of submarines and aircraft carriers on earth.

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Video: Intelligence Specialist

Imagine coding and decoding classified information, maintaining Combat Information Center displays, or even operating an Identification Friend or Foe system on a ship as a Navy Intelligence Specialist. It’s work unlike any you’ll do in the civilian sector.

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Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineer

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineer
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Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineer
Aerospace Engineers test and evaluate new aircraft, weapons systems and weapons in various stages of development. They apply their knowledge of aerodynamics, structures, propulsion and flight vehicle performance to hands-on aspects of conceiving, designing, building and operating flight vehicles.

Oceanographer/Meteorologist

Oceanographer/Meteorologist
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Oceanographer/Meteorologist
Aerographer’s Mates are the Navy's meteorological and oceanographic experts, trained in the science of meteorology and physical oceanography. Using instruments that monitor weather characteristics, they distribute this data to aircraft, ships and shore-based commands.

Cryptology Technician

Cryptologist Technician
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Cryptologist Technician
As a Navy Cryptology Technician, your ability to speak and understand world languages will take center stage. Whether via radio, telephone or computer, you will be specially trained to decipher and analyze pertinent foreign information in every form of communication imaginable.

Information Warfare

Information Warfare
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Information Warfare
As an Information Warfare Officer, you will be directly involved in every aspect of Naval operations, deploying globally to support Navy and joint military requirements. You will deliver vital information to decision makers by attacking, defending and exploiting networks to capitalize on vulnerabilities in the information domain.

Aviation

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Aviation
Among the world’s flying forces, Naval Aviation has a reputation for excellence that is second to none. Here you can pilot some of the world’s most cutting-edge aircraft. Oversee the intricate communications, navigation and weapons systems they carry. Or help ensure the safety and success of the people and equipment involved – from takeoff to landing.

Information Technology Specialist

Information Technology Specialist
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Information Technology Specialist
When U.S. national security is on the line, those in the Navy information technology field help maintain the integrity of all communications. You’ll ensure network security so that hackers cannot compromise the system. In America’s Navy, you’re handling the technical needs of ships, aircraft and personnel.

Computer Science Technician

Computer Science Technician
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Computer Science Technician
In the Navy computer science field, you may work with radar-suppressing technologies, such as the Cobham Sensor Systems or Airborne Laser Mine Detection System. You will focus on maintaining, operating and repairing state-of-the-art computer and electronics equipment, with potential exposure to the classified information that moves through it.

Purchasing, Supply and Logistics

Purchasing, Supply and Logistics
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Purchasing, Supply and Logistics
If you have exceptional math and organizational skills, you can put them to work tracking and ordering the materials and equipment needed to help each mission run successfully and safely. Mission-critical materials and equipment depend on you as you carry out the movement of Sailors, equipment, supplies and machinery.