What is NEC?
Navy Enlisted Classification — a supplemental skill code identifying specialized Navy training.
Definition
Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) codes identify additional skills beyond a sailor's primary rating. Where a sailor's rate tells you their occupational specialty, NEC codes identify specific technical qualifications: special operations support, specific weapons systems, advanced intelligence skills, or unique platforms. High-value NECs can open doors to competitive billets, special pay, and career-defining assignments.
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A sailor's NEC codes tell you about their specialized skills and the unique communities they belong to — from EOD to Naval Special Warfare support to submarine-qualified electronics technicians.
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