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1707 · NAVY · Officer

Fleet Support
Officer.

Navy 1707 (Fleet Support Officer). 240 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $85K–$110K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours240DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours in Management and Leadership may be recommended.
Tech roles3mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/6direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 3

Industry tech roles your 1707 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 1707 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have11
  • 01
    Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS)Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Supply Chain Management (SCM) software
  • 02
    Automated Data Processing (ADP) systems for personnel managementHuman Resources Information Systems (HRIS) such as Workday or SAP SuccessFactors
  • 03
    Navy Supply System (NSLC/ One-Touch Support)Inventory management and procurement software, e.g., Fishbowl Inventory, Oracle NetSuite
  • 04
    Ship Maintenance and Material Management (3-M) SystemComputerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) like IBM Maximo or UpKeep
  • 05
    Global Distance Support Center (GDSC)Remote support and help desk software, e.g., Zendesk, ServiceNow
  • 06
    Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS)Aviation maintenance tracking software, e.g., Corridor Aviation Software, or general ERP systems with aviation maintenance modules
  • 07
    Defense Travel System (DTS)Travel and expense management software, e.g., Concur, Expensify
  • 08
    Rapid PrioritizationManaging multiple projects and tasks under pressure
  • 09
    Resource OptimizationImproving efficiency and reducing costs
  • 10
    Team SynchronizationFostering collaboration and ensuring effective teamwork
  • 11
    Situational AwarenessGrasping complex situations and anticipating potential challenges
To learn04

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

+Agile project management methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)+Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)+Configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)+SQL for database querying and data analysis
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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5
P.01

Logistics Manager

$95K
High match
High demand
P.02

Project Manager

$98K
Good match
High demand
Skills to develop
  • PMP Certification
P.03

Management Consultant

$110K
Moderate match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • MBA
  • Consulting Experience
P.04

Training and Development Manager

$90K
Good match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
  • Instructional Design
  • eLearning Platforms
P.05

Human Resources Manager

$85K
Moderate match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
  • SHRM Certification
  • HRIS Systems
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1707 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Rapid Prioritization

As a Fleet Support Officer, you constantly juggle competing demands from various units, requiring you to quickly assess urgency and impact to allocate resources and personnel effectively.

Transfers to

This translates directly to the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks under pressure, a highly valued skill in fast-paced civilian environments. You can quickly identify critical path items and keep projects on track.

S.02

Resource Optimization

Fleet Support Officers are responsible for ensuring that naval units have the necessary resources (personnel, equipment, training) to maintain operational readiness, often within strict budgetary constraints.

Transfers to

Your experience optimizing resources translates to the ability to improve efficiency and reduce costs in civilian organizations. You can analyze resource allocation, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions that maximize productivity.

S.03

Team Synchronization

Your role involves coordinating the efforts of diverse teams within the Navy to provide seamless support to the fleet, requiring a high degree of communication, collaboration, and understanding of team dynamics.

Transfers to

This experience makes you adept at fostering collaboration and ensuring that teams work together effectively. You can build consensus, resolve conflicts, and create a cohesive work environment, all essential for successful project outcomes.

S.04

Situational Awareness

You maintain a broad understanding of fleet operations and the challenges faced by different units, enabling you to anticipate potential problems and proactively address them before they escalate.

Transfers to

This translates to an ability to quickly grasp complex situations and anticipate potential challenges in a civilian business setting. You can identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and make informed decisions that minimize disruptions and maximize opportunities.

/ 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.

Logistics Consultant

SOC 13-1199.00

You've been managing the flow of resources for the Navy, ensuring everything gets where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. As a Logistics Consultant, you'll use those same skills to optimize supply chains for businesses, reducing costs and improving efficiency. You already understand the importance of minimizing downtime and maximizing throughput – you're well-prepared to tackle any logistical challenge.

Adjacent · Match

Emergency Management Specialist

SOC 11-9161.00

You've been responsible for supporting fleet operations, which inherently involves preparing for and responding to unexpected events. As an Emergency Management Specialist, you'll use your expertise in planning, coordination, and resource allocation to help communities and organizations prepare for and recover from disasters. You're already familiar with the importance of clear communication and decisive action in high-pressure situations.

Adjacent · Match

Project Management Consultant

SOC 13-1111.00

You've been coordinating diverse teams and managing resources to support fleet operations. As a Project Management Consultant, you will leverage these skills to guide civilian organizations in successfully initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects. You are already familiar with managing competing demands and working under tight deadlines – you're well-equipped to manage any project lifecycle.

Adjacent · Match
/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED
Academy

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) or Officer Candidate School (OCS)

Newport, RI followed by various Fleet Support duty assignments and associated professional development courses.
240hHours
6wkWeeks
ACECredit

Up to 6 semester hours in Management and Leadership may be recommended.

Topics · 7
  • Naval Leadership
  • Military Law and Justice
  • Naval Organization and Management
  • Fleet Support Operations
  • Financial Management for Naval Operations
  • Personnel Management
  • Communication Skills
Partial coverage · 2
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)40%

    Requires in-depth study of specific security domains not fully covered in general fleet support roles, such as cryptography, security architecture, and legal/regulatory compliance.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)30%

    Requires additional training in formal project management methodologies, tools, and techniques as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Fleet support may involve project-like tasks, but not necessarily formal project management practices.

Recommended next · 04
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)Adjacent
  • ITIL 4 FoundationAdjacent
  • CompTIA Security+Adjacent
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)Adjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation

What you ran, in their words.

Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.

Military SystemCivilian EquivalentDomain
Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS)Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Supply Chain Management (SCM) softwareNetworking
Automated Data Processing (ADP) systems for personnel managementHuman Resources Information Systems (HRIS) such as Workday or SAP SuccessFactorsOperations
Navy Supply System (NSLC/ One-Touch Support)Inventory management and procurement software, e.g., Fishbowl Inventory, Oracle NetSuiteOperations
Ship Maintenance and Material Management (3-M) SystemComputerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) like IBM Maximo or UpKeepOperations
Global Distance Support Center (GDSC)Remote support and help desk software, e.g., Zendesk, ServiceNowOperations
Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS)Aviation maintenance tracking software, e.g., Corridor Aviation Software, or general ERP systems with aviation maintenance modulesNetworking
Defense Travel System (DTS)Travel and expense management software, e.g., Concur, ExpensifyOperations
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