Naval STEM Careers
Naval STEM civilian and military personnel work across a wide range of career pathways throughout the STEM fields, including biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, engineering, mathematics, robotics, computer science, and more. Explore the different types of STEM careers here and see what kind of opportunities might ignite your curiosity!
Did you know that the people who work for the Department of the Navy who do not serve in the military are called “civilians”? Many civilians serve in their roles as innovators and problem-solvers of real-world challenges.
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Are you interested in Biology?
Biology is the study of living things. It helps us understand the natural world and the ways its many species function and interact with each other and their environment. Scientists in this diverse field work to protect the natural world and improve quality of life through advances in medicine, agriculture, biotechnology and so much more.
Types of Careers in Biology
Biochemist
Biofuel Engineer
Biological Scientist
Biologist
Biomedical Engineer
Biotechnology Engineer
Cellular Biologist
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Computational Biologist
Conservationist
Environmental Scientist
Forestry Technician
Geneticist
Marine Biologist
Materials Scientist
Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical doctor
Microbiologist
Molecular Biologist
Natural Resources Specialist
Neuroscientist
Optical Laboratory Specialist
Pathologist
Physical Scientist
Physiologist
Psychologist
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Chemistry?
Chemistry is the science of what everything in the universe is made up of—matter—and what happens when it interacts, combines, and changes. Studying chemistry helps us understand the world we live in and solve important problems, from environmental issues to treatment of diseases
Types of Careers in Chemistry
Analytical Chemist
Biochemist
Chemical Defense Scientist
Chemical Engineer
Chemical Laboratory Scientist
Chemist
Food Scientist
Forensic Scientist
Geochemist
Hazardous Waste Chemist
Materials Scientist
Neuroscientist
Nuclear Chemist
Pharmacologist
Physical Chemist
Research Chemist
Toxicologist
Water Chemist
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Computer Science?
Computer science blends science, technology, engineering, and math. It is about learning how computers and programs work, how they can be used to solve different types of problems, and how to develop new ways to use technology. Across the vast field of computer science, opportunities are rapidly growing to advance areas like artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, cloud computing, cybersecurity and much more.
Types of Careers in Computer Science
5G Network Engineer
Air Defense Management
Artificial Intelligence Engineer or Researcher
Automation Programmer
Biotechnology
Biostatistician
Cable Systems Installer or Maintainer
Combat Documentation or Production Specialist
Computer and Information Systems
Computer Network Architect
Computer or Information Research Scientist
Computer or Detection Systems Repairer
Computer Scientist
Computer Support Technician
Cryptologic Cyberspace Intelligence Analyst
Cyber Network Defender
Cyber Operations Specialist
Cyber System Engineer
Cyber Warfare Technician
Cybersecurity Specialist
Directed Energy Systems Engineer
Electronic Warfare Specialist
Geospatial Intelligence Imagery Analyst
Information Security Analyst
Information Technology Specialist
Intelligence Specialist
Machine Learning Scientist
Nodal Network Systems Operator-Maintainer
Satellite Communication Systems
Technical Writer
Watercraft Operator
Web Developer
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Cyber?
Cyber is the encompassing field of all things related to computers and networks, and how they can be used to develop and maintain technology. As cyber is focused on the internet, the field must overcome significant security challenges. Being able to maintain security in cyberspace is critical to protecting computer systems and networks, devices, and data from cyber threats. These threats can cause significant problems for all organizations, from local governments, federal agencies, including the Navy, as well as companies across all industries, and our national security overall. The field of cyber is vast, with potential leap-ahead technologies just around every corner, including advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and remote command of machines.
Types of Careers in Cyber
Chief Information Officer
Computer Systems Analyst
Cyber Threat Analyst
Cyber Network Defender
Cyber Operations Specialist
Cyber Security Trainer
Cyber System Engineer
Cyber Warfare Technician
Cryptographer
Data Forensic Computer Analyst
Ethical Hacker
Incident Analyst Responder
Forensics Expert
Incident Responder
Information Assurance Developer
Information Systems Security Engineer
Information Security Specialist
IT Director
IT Auditor
IT Support Specialist
Intelligence Analyst
Lawyer or Legal Advisor
Network Security Analyst
Penetration Tester
Policy Analyst
Security Administrator
Security Analyst
Security Architect
Security Auditor
Security Consultant
Security Engineer
Security Software Developer
Software Developer
System Administrator
Systems Engineer
Systems Security Architect
Vulnerability Assessor
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Engineering?
Engineers use science and math to design and build solutions to complex problems. These can range from small things, like rotating the screen of a phone when it’s turned sideways, to large things, like making airplanes more fuel efficient. With more than 100,000 military and civilian engineers, the Department of Defense is the largest employer of engineers worldwide.
Types of Careers in Engineering
Aerospace Engineer
Agricultural Engineer
Alternative Energy Engineer
Architectural Engineer
Automotive Engineer
Bioengineering
Biofuels engineer
Biomechanical Engineer
Biomedical Engineer
Ceramics Engineer
Chemical Engineer
Civil Engineer
Computer Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Geological Engineer
Geomatics Engineer
Health and Safety Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Marine Engineer
Materials Research Engineer
Materials Science Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Mechatronics Engineer
Microelectronic Engineer
Mining Engineer
Nanotechnology Engineer
Nuclear Engineer
Optical Engineer
Paper Engineer
Petroleum Engineer
Photonics Engineer
Robotics Engineer
Software Engineer
Structural Engineer
Sustainability Engineer
System Safety Engineer
Systems Engineer
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Environmental Science?
Environmental science brings together physical, biological and information sciences to understand and solve environmental issues. Many environmental scientists focus on regulations that protect people’s health, like ensuring the air is clean to breath and the water is safe to drink. Other environmental scientists focus on minimizing human impact on ecosystems, like climate scientists and conservationists.
Types of Careers in Environmental Science
Atmospheric Scientist
Biochemist
Biological Scientist
Botanist
Civil Engineer
Coastal Engineer
Ecologist
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Environmental Protection Specialist
Environmental Scientist
Forester
Geologist
Geospatial Technologist
GIS Analyst
Hydrologist
Industrial Hygienist
Marine Biologist
Meteorological Specialist
Natural Sciences Manager
Oceanographer
Physical Scientist
Rangeland Manager
Scientific Diver
Wetlands Scientist
Wildlife Conservationist
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Mathematics?
Mathematics is the study of numbers, shapes, and patterns and how they relate to the world. Mathematics can be studied on its own, or it can be applied to other disciplines, like physics, engineering, and computer science. Students and experts in this field are called “mathematicians,” and they use mathematical theory and computational techniques to solve scientific, technological, engineering, and economic problems.
Types of Careers in Mathematics
Accountant
Actuary
Application Developer
Auditor
Biostatistician
Computer Programmer
Cryptologist
Data Analyst
Data Scientist
Data Systems Specialist
Economist
Engineer
Financial Analyst
Intelligence Analyst
Market Researcher
Mathematician
Meteorologist
Operations Research
Programmer
Risk Analyst
Software Developer
Statistician
Systems Analyst
Theoretical Mathematician
Unit Supply Specialist
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Physics?
Physics is a natural science whose goal is to understand how everything in the universe behaves. It is the study of the relationships of objects, both big and small, and helps us understand energy, gravity and the way things move. Physics provides the foundation for other sciences and has led to great discoveries and technological feats like computers, lasers, and sustainable energy solutions.
Types of Careers in Physics
Accelerator Operator
Acoustic Physicist
Aerospace Systems Engineer
Astronomer
Astrophysicist
Atomic Physicist
Biophysicist
Chemical Physicist
Computational Scientist
Cosmologist
Data Analyst
Data Scientist
Design Engineer
Electro-Optic Engineer
High-Density Research Physicist
Infrared Sensor Engineer
Laser Engineer
Materials Scientist
Mathematical Physicist
Medical Physicist
Meteorologist
Molecular Physicist
Nanotechnology Research Physicist
National Science Manager
Nuclear Physicist
Optical Engineer or Physicist
Particle Physicist
Plasma Physicist
Process Engineer
Quantitative Research Analyst
Quantum Scientist
Software Developer
Solar Physicist
Space Operations Specialist
Systems Analyst
Technical Specialist
Technical Writer
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Robotics ?
Robotics combines engineering, science, and art to design human-centered tools that improve daily tasks and processes. Focus areas like autonomous systems, industrial engineering, space exploration, health care and transportation are providing opportunities to push the limits of what we know as impossible today.
Types of Careers in Robotics
Aerospace Engineer
Animatronics Engineer
Autonomous Systems Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electronics Engineer
Flexible Robotics Engineer
Mechatronics Engineer
Robotic Process Automation Developer
Robotics Developer
Robotics Engineer
Robotics Programmer
Robotics Scientist
Robotics Software Engineer
Robotics Technician
Robotics Technologist
Robotics Tester
Unmanned Vehicle Operations Specialist
Plus Many More!
Are you interested in Space?
The space domain is rapidly evolving as new technology and innovation advance scientific discovery and create new challenges for national security. The Department of Navy invests in space technology to maintain our nation's edge in space capabilities, protect freedom to access space, and ensure national security. These efforts require many different roles in the fields of technology, science, aerospace, engineering and more.
Types of Careers in Space Technology
Aerospace Engineer
Application Software Engineer
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Designer
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programmer
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Researcher
Assembly Engineer
Assembly Technician
Astrochemist
Astronaut
Astronomer
Atmospheric Scientist
Automation Engineer
Aviation Fuels Chemist
Avionics Technician
Computer Hardware Engineer
Computer Systems Programmer
Developmental Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electronics Engineer
Fusion Analyst
Geospatial Engineer
Intelligence Analyst
Machine Learning Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Meteorological Technician
Physicist
Plasma Physicist
Signals Intelligence Analyst
Space Systems Operator
Telecommunications Engineer
Plus Many More!