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Notes: The Commanding Officer can override any orders entered into the computer by any officer on the bridge, using the command computer terminal on the command chair. When any other officer is in command of the bridge this function is unavailable.

<big>'''First Officer'''</big>

In Starfleet, the position was usually held by an officer with the rank of commander or lieutenant commander. The position was also referred to as executive officer (or XO).

<big>'''Second Officer'''</big>

The '''Second Officer''' is third in command of the vessel. He/she may also be required to authorise some commands. e.g. self-destruct requires the consent of the Captain, First Officer and Second Officer. Many second officers remain department heads within another division such as Operations or Sciences while they hold the position.

<big>'''Duty Officer'''</big>

* '''Main Responsibility:''' To man any major bridge station that has been vacated (e.g. for an away mission)

The '''Duty Officer''' is trained in basic Helm/Comm/Ops work and can also do basic engineering. He/she also has focused training in Tactical/Security. Usually the Duty Officer is also specialised in one field.

<big>'''Mission Specialist'''</big>