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An Electronic Warfare Specialist (EWS) is integral to maritime warfighting, combining electronic warfare with intelligence analysis. This dual role enhances the effectiveness of naval operations by identifying the unknown and providing intelligence in complex operational environments. You will ensure the ship is not fighting the unknown.

EWS’ primary war fighting role is to identify and defend against Anti-Ship missiles. EWS are trained to have intimate knowledge of ships, aircraft, and their associated weapons and radars.

EWS’ work allows the ships Command Team to make well informed decisions at a tactical level assisting in early warning against potential threats.



EWS’ are able to present information clearly and concisely to those in command, giving them an overall picture of what is happening from the information collected and analysed.

Electronic Warfare Specialists also must be able to gain and maintain a TSV security clearance as the day-to-day work is highly sensitive. Electronic Warfare Specialists are able to understand and meet the strict security constraints that surround this type of work.

In addition to the primary duties of an Electronic Warfare Specialist, sailors on-board HMNZ Ships are required to perform general tasks, anytime and anywhere to assist with the functioning of the ship and operational units.

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📌 Electronic Warfare Specialist (Devonport)
🏢 New Zealand Defence Force
📍 Devonport