Maritime Self-Defense Force Member
かいじょうじえいたいいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
Maritime Self-Defense Force members operate ships and aircraft to perform maritime defense and security activities, ensure maritime traffic safety, disaster dispatches, and other duties as Self-Defense Force personnel.
Description
Maritime Self-Defense Force members are responsible for patrolling territorial waters and exclusive economic zones at sea, ensuring the safety of sea lanes, international peace cooperation activities, and disaster dispatches. They carry out specialized tasks such as handling escort ships, submarines, minesweepers, patrol aircraft and helicopters, radio communications, engine maintenance, etc., and operate as a unit. Involves frequent emergency deployments and long voyages, requiring strict discipline, high physical fitness, and teamwork.
Future Outlook
As the importance of maritime security increases, demand for personnel with ship operation and maritime surveillance capabilities remains stable, with expected growth in demand for specialists in new technology areas such as unmanned vessels and information warfare.
Personality Traits
Calm Judgment / Good Cooperativeness / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Values Discipline
Work Style
Base and Ship Duty / Disaster Response / Long Voyages / Overseas Assignments / Shift Work
Career Path
Self-Defense Force Candidate → Non-Commissioned Officer (Petty Officer) → Officer Candidate → Commissioned Self-Defense Force Officer
Required Skills
Basic Marine Engineering / Marksmanship and Firearms Handling / Radio Communications / Ship Handling Skills
Recommended Skills
CPR and First Aid / Diving Skills / English Proficiency (International Maritime Terms) / Information Systems Operations
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to adapt to harsh environmental changes and long-term voyages. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of shipboard duty and training. |
| Stress Tolerance | Many situations involve responding to high pressure and emergencies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | High teamwork is required for operations on ships and in units. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Rule compliance is valued more than creativity. |
Aliases
- JMSDF Member
- MSDF Member
Related Jobs
- Air Self-Defense Force Member
- Coast Guard Officer
- Ground Self-Defense Force Member