Command and Control Center Officers

Manage the operation of communications, detection, and weapons systems essential for controlling air, ground, and naval operations. Duties include managing critical communication links between air, naval, and ground forces; formulating and implementing emergency plans for natural and wartime disasters; coordinating emergency response teams and agencies; evaluating command center information and need for high-level military and government reporting; managing the operation of surveillance and detection systems; providing technical information and advice on capabilities and operational readiness; and directing operation of weapons targeting, firing, and launch computer systems.

SOC: 55-1015.00

What You'll Need to Succeed

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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance

  • KnowledgeFormulate emergency response plans for natural and wartime disasters integrating multi-domain force coordination and interagency protocols.
  • KnowledgeSynthesize communication links between air, naval, and ground forces to maintain mission-critical connectivity in contested environments.
  • MindsetExemplify decisive leadership and composure when managing life-critical command and control operations under extreme pressure.
  • KnowledgeEvaluate command center intelligence and operational data to determine need for high-level military and government reporting during critical missions.
  • Hands-onOperate surveillance and detection systems to maintain continuous situational awareness across air, ground, and naval operations.
  • Hands-onExecute precisely weapons targeting, firing, and launch sequences using computer control systems under time-critical operational conditions.
  • KnowledgeCoordinate emergency response teams and agencies during multi-jurisdictional crisis events requiring unified command structure.
  • KnowledgeAssess operational readiness and system capabilities providing technical information and strategic advice to command leadership.
  • MindsetPrioritize competing operational demands and resource allocation under high-stress conditions balancing strategic objectives with immediate tactical needs.
  • KnowledgeImplement emergency protocols and contingency procedures directing multi-domain forces during evolving threat scenarios.