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AEGIS Watchstander - Shore

Port Hueneme, CA · On-site

SPA is seeking a 24/7 Watchstander to provide on-site engineering, technical, and supportability analysis support from a designated shore facility. Watchstanders serve as front-line support to Fleet ...

Intrepid

AEGIS Watchstander - Shore

Port Hueneme, CA · On-site

SPA is seeking a 24/7 Watchstander to provide on-site engineering, technical, and supportability analysis support from a designated shore facility. Watchstanders serve as front-line support to Fleet ...

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How much do watchstander jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for watchstander in the United States is $75,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Watchstander job?

A Watchstander is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety and security of a facility, vessel, or operational environment. Duties typically include observing surveillance systems, responding to emergencies, maintaining logs, and communicating with relevant personnel. Watchstanders are commonly found in the military, maritime, and security sectors. The role requires attentiveness, quick decision-making, and adherence to protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Watchstander position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Watchstander, you need strong situational awareness, attention to detail, and knowledge of safety and security protocols, often supported by maritime or military training. Familiarity with communication equipment, radar, navigation systems, and relevant certifications such as STCW or military qualifications are typically required. Effective teamwork, reliability, and clear verbal communication help you excel in a dynamic environment. These competencies are critical to ensure the safety, security, and smooth operation of vessels or facilities during assigned watches.

What are the typical working hours and environment like for a Watchstander?

Watchstanders often work in rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure round-the-clock coverage for vessels or facilities. The job typically takes place in settings such as ship bridges, control rooms, or security operations centers, where consistent monitoring and rapid response are essential. You may work as part of a small, close-knit team and frequently collaborate with supervisors, engineers, or security personnel to address any incidents or potential hazards. The environment can be high-pressure, but it provides valuable experience in maritime or security operations and can lead to advancement into supervisory or specialized roles.

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Infographic showing various Watchstander job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,331 per year, or $36.2 per hour.
Watchstander CNIC - Hawaii

Watchstander CNIC - Hawaii

TENICA and Associates LLC

Joint Base Pearl Habor Hickam, HI • On-site

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Posted 12 days ago

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Watchstander

ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

As a Watchstander you will be part of a team of Watchstanders providing 24/7 coverage in a Navy Regional Operations Center, located at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Duties will include supporting the monitoring, collection and sharing of all aspects of information and knowledge management using Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence (C4I) tools. The requirements include maintaining 24/7 situational awareness and situational understanding in accordance with the Commander's Critical Information Requirements, local directives, and Standard Operating Procedures. Position requires working normal duty days and conducting occasional shift work (12 hours a day) during the absence of a scheduled watchstander, working day or night shifts, and occasional surge work in support of Regional Operations. 


Responsibilities: 

Provide 24/7 situational awareness and sitruational understanding of activities of interest in the Region 

Prepare oral and written briefings and dissimante briefings 

Maintain and track status of equipment in ROC 

Provide immediate response to situations requiring immediate action or notification regarding ongoing activities in Region 

Support crisis action management in support of Region operations 

Screen, categorize and distributre incoming messages 

Control access into the Regional Operations Center 

Execute Continuity of Operations activies 

Prepare execute summaries and other reports as directed and required by policy and Standard Operating Procedures 

Receive and process information into situational awareness displays 

Provide all-hazards warnings 

Coordinate with core Protection Ashore capabilities including Fire and Emergency Services, Anti-Terrorism, and Emergency Management staffs 

Qualifications: 

 ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

Knowledge of DOD Title 10 responsibilities desired 

Knowledge of Navy/DOD organization, role of CNIC, and Navy/DOD mission Demonstrate the ability to analyze information and make recommendations under rapidly changing conditions 

Demonstrate the ability to articulate complex issues and resolutions both orally and verbally 

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team 

Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under constant pressure 

Skills in applying complex fact-finding, analytical, and problem solving methods and techniques 

Skill in written and oral communications sufficient to prepare and present findings and recommendations to senior officials 

Ability to work multiple actions concurrently 

Must be a U.S. Citizen 

Education and/or Experience: 

High School diploma required, Bachelor's Degree desired 

Ten Years of Military Experience recommended 

Five years DOD or DHS operations center environment experience recommended  

Requirements/Abilities: 

Experience using Navy Protection Ashore C4I Suite desired 

Must complete the following on-line courses before work start date: 

FEMA Course ICS 100, Introduction to Incident Command System 

FEMA Course ICS 200, ICS for Single Resources/Initial Action 

FEMA Course IS-700, National Incident Management System 

FEMA Course IS-800, National Response Plan  

Geographic Location:  Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii

Travel: Minimal

TENICA and Associates is a provider of government services and consulting solutions in the areas of national defense, homeland and cyber security. TENICA provides knowledgeable and experienced subject matter experts to perform a variety of professional services, logistics and supply chain management, crisis prevention and response, and information technology solutions to solve dynamic security challenges. Founded in 2008 and based in Chantilly, Virginia, TENICA is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned, Small Business (SDVOB and WOSB) and is a participant in the Small Business Administrations 8(a) business development program. www.TENICA-GS.com 

TENICA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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