U.S. Coast Guard
Coast Guard veterans — Semper Paratus to civilian career
Coast Guard veterans bring law enforcement, search and rescue, and maritime engineering experience that translates directly into federal, maritime, and aviation careers. VetResumeAI writes the resume that proves it.
USCG rating translation
Every Coast Guard rating maps to civilian maritime, federal, or law enforcement roles.
Federal hiring & veterans' preference
USAJOBS-ready federal resumes that claim 5- and 10-point preference correctly.
Maritime industry resumes
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All U.S. Coast Guard Ratings we translate
11 specialties — each with a dedicated civilian career guide, salary range, and resume template.
- BM
Boatswain's Mate
Coast Guard deck operations, search and rescue, law enforcement boarding, navigation.
Harbor PilotMaritime Operations Manager - MK
Machinery Technician
Maintains diesel engines, hydraulics, and shipboard machinery on Coast Guard vessels.
Diesel MechanicMarine Engineer - IT
Information Systems Technician
Manages Coast Guard networks, communications, and IT systems.
Network AdministratorSystems Engineer - ME
Maritime Enforcement Specialist
Law enforcement, anti-terrorism, and tactical boarding operations at sea and in port.
Federal AgentPolice Officer - AET
Avionics Electrical Technician
Maintains Coast Guard aircraft electrical, avionics, and instrumentation systems.
Avionics TechnicianA&P Mechanic - AST
Aviation Survival Technician
Coast Guard rescue swimmer; aviation search and rescue in extreme conditions.
ParamedicSearch and Rescue Specialist - AMT
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Maintains Coast Guard helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft engines and airframes.
A&P MechanicAviation Maintenance Tech - OS
Operations Specialist
Coast Guard command center operator; SAR coordination, communications, and navigation.
Emergency DispatcherOperations Center Manager - GM
Gunner's Mate
Coast Guard small arms and ordnance specialist; weapons maintenance and training.
Firearms InstructorArmorer - HS
Health Services Technician
Provides medical, dental, and laboratory services across Coast Guard units.
Medical AssistantEMT - DC
Damage Controlman
Coast Guard firefighting, damage control, and CBRN defense on cutters.
FirefighterHAZMAT Technician
BM Boatswain's Mate
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MK Machinery Technician
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ME Maritime Enforcement
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