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Coast Guard ASVAB jobs and rating score guide
Compare Coast Guard rating codes, score targets, and study focus areas in a compact, scannable guide.
Coast Guard job list
21 Coast Guard jobs grouped by rating family
Use this page as a compact planning directory. Coast Guard enlisted jobs are called ratings, and the current official list is smaller because ratings cover broad mission areas.
Requirements shown are planning targets. Current Coast Guard rating access still depends on official scores, openings, medical standards, citizenship, security screening, waivers, and recruiter confirmation.
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Coast Guard ASVAB job list
Aviation3 jobs
AMTAviation Maintenance TechnicianIn demandMaintains aircraft engines, propellers, airframes, and readiness systems.Study: Arithmetic Reasoning, Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Information, Shop Information, +1 moreScore 213+ and AR 52+Open ASTAviation Survival TechnicianIn demandPerforms rescue-swimmer work, emergency support, and survival-equipment maintenance.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Information, +2 moreScore 162+ and AFQT 65+Open AETAvionics Electrical TechnicianIn demandTroubleshoots and repairs aircraft electronics and avionics systems.Study: Math Knowledge, Electronics Information, General Science, Arithmetic ReasoningScore 171+Open
Operations & Deck3 jobs
BMBoatswain's MateWorks in navigation, deck operations, small-boat work, and seamanship.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Mechanical ComprehensionScore 101+Open DVDiverConducts underwater search, recovery, repair, inspection, and maintenance missions.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Information, +2 moreScore 104+Open OSOperations SpecialistCoordinates communications and operations around the clock for Coast Guard missions.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math KnowledgeScore 106+Open
Engineering & Electronics5 jobs
DCDamage ControlmanHandles damage control, firefighting, flooding response, welding, plumbing, and carpentry.Study: Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Information, Shop Information, Arithmetic Reasoning, +1 moreScore 152+Open EMElectrician's MateInstalls and repairs electrical equipment and machinery-control systems.Study: Electronics Information, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, General ScienceScore 152+ and AR 52+Open ETElectronics TechnicianIn demandMaintains communications, electronics, command systems, and C5ISR equipment.Study: Electronics Information, General Science, Math Knowledge, Arithmetic ReasoningScore 171+ and AR 52+ or AFQT 66+Open GMGunner's MateMaintains firearms, shipboard weapons, ammunition handling, and weapons readiness.Study: Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Information, Shop Information, Arithmetic Reasoning, +2 moreScore 208+Open MKMachinery TechnicianIn demandMaintains engines, hydraulics, machinery, and mechanical systems.Study: Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Information, Shop Information, Arithmetic Reasoning, +2 moreScore 150+ or VE+AR 106+Open
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Cyber, Intelligence & Information3 jobs
CMSCyber Mission SpecialistIn demandScore checkDefends Coast Guard and maritime networks against cyber threats.Study: Math Knowledge, Electronics Information, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, +1 moreRecruiter checkOpen ITInformation Systems TechnicianIn demandAdministers computers, phones, networks, and mission information systems.Study: Electronics Information, Math Knowledge, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, +1 moreScore 171+ and AR 52+Open ISIntelligence SpecialistIn demandScore checkTurns collected information into intelligence products for mission decisions.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math KnowledgeRecruiter checkOpen
Law Enforcement & Environment2 jobs
MSTMarine Science TechnicianInspects vessels and facilities and responds to pollution incidents.Study: General Science, Math Knowledge, Word Knowledge, Paragraph ComprehensionScore 115+ and MK 58+Open MEMaritime Enforcement SpecialistIn demandSupports law enforcement operations, security missions, and boarding-team readiness.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Mechanical ComprehensionScore 100+Open
Medical, Admin & Support5 jobs
CSCulinary SpecialistRuns food service, preparation, accounting, and galley logistics.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math KnowledgeScore 106+Open HSHealth Services TechnicianSupports emergency care, routine health services, and crew medical readiness.Study: General Science, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Math KnowledgeScore 154+Open PAPublic Affairs SpecialistCreates public communication, media, imagery, and community-facing information.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic ReasoningScore 110+ and VE 60+Open SKStorekeeperManages logistics, purchasing, inventory, and contract support.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Math Knowledge, Arithmetic ReasoningScore 106+ and VE 52+Open YNYeomanSupports pay, travel, assignments, personnel records, and human resources.Study: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Math Knowledge, Arithmetic ReasoningScore 106+ and NO+CS 101+Open
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Coast Guard ASVAB jobs FAQ
Common Coast Guard rating questions
What are Coast Guard jobs called?
Coast Guard enlisted jobs are usually called ratings. The rating code is the short label, such as AET, BM, ME, IT, or YN.
Does the Coast Guard use MOS codes?
No. MOS is the Army and Marine Corps job-code language. Coast Guard job research usually uses rating codes instead.
Why are there fewer Coast Guard jobs than Army or Air Force jobs?
The Coast Guard is smaller, and each rating tends to cover a broader mission area. The current official enlisted careers page lists 21 ratings.
What ASVAB score do I need for Coast Guard jobs?
Start with AFQT for basic eligibility, then compare the rating-specific score target where a public target is available. Some current ratings still need recruiter confirmation for the exact current score rule.
Does meeting a Coast Guard rating score guarantee the job?
No. Score targets help with planning, but rating access also depends on current openings, medical qualification, background checks, education rules, waivers, and Coast Guard needs.
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We keep this page focused on planning, not final eligibility. Confirm score rules, rating availability, waivers, medical standards, citizenship rules, background checks, training seats, and contract options with official Coast Guard sources or a recruiter.
Sources reviewed May 9, 2026: GoCoastGuard enlisted careers, GoCoastGuard eligibility requirements, Operation Military Kids Coast Guard ASVAB score table.
Score-check labels appear when a current official rating does not have a clean public ASVAB score target in the reviewed score table. In-demand labels are editorial markers for selective or popular research paths, not a guarantee of current openings.