Common Traveller Careers

Careers in Traveller

In the vast expanse of space, countless opportunities await those brave or desperate enough to carve out a living among the stars. Careers in Mongoose Traveller 2nd Edition reflect the diversity and dangers of life in the galaxy, ranging from explorers and merchants to bounty hunters and pirates. Each career offers unique skills, connections, and challenges, allowing players to craft characters with rich backstories and specialized expertise. Whether defending star systems, trading rare goods, or hunting fugitives, every career brings its own flavor to the Traveller experience.
This guide highlights the wide array of careers available in the Traveller universe, categorized by their primary focus. Each offers a glimpse into the roles players can assume as they navigate the Imperium and beyond.

Military Careers

• Army: Infantry, artillery, support units, and elite commandos defend planets and engage in ground-based operations.


• Navy: Officers, ship crew, engineers, and fighter pilots ensure the Imperium's fleets maintain order and security.


• Marines: Specialized in boarding actions, planetary invasions, and ship defense.


• Mercenary: Freelancers who take on high-risk combat contracts, often outside legal bounds.

Exploration Careers

• Scout: Explorers tasked with charting uncharted systems and maintaining communication routes.


• Prospector: Seekers of valuable minerals, resources, and rare materials on planets and asteroids.


• Surveyor: Specialists in planetary and stellar analysis, often supporting colonization efforts.

Trade & Commerce Careers

• Merchant: Traders and brokers navigating commerce and interstellar markets.


• Free Trader: Independent operators running small, often privately owned ships.


• Broker: Specialists in negotiations, contracts, and large-scale trade deals.

Law Enforcement & Criminal Careers

• Law Enforcement: Officers maintaining order on planets and space stations.


• Bounty Hunter: Trackers of fugitives, often working for private or government clients.


• Pirate: Ruthless raiders plundering trade routes and undefended systems.


• Smuggler: Operators moving illegal goods or bypassing tariffs.

Technical Careers

• Engineer: Experts in ship systems, repairs, and technological innovation.


• Scientist: Researchers exploring physics, biology, and other scientific fields.


• Technician: Specialists in maintaining and repairing equipment and ships.

Diplomatic & Leadership Careers

• Diplomat: Negotiators managing interstellar relations and political disputes.


• Noble: Individuals from aristocratic backgrounds influencing governance and economics.


• Administrator: Managers of planets, stations, or large corporate ventures.

Civilian & Support Careers

• Entertainer: Performers, artists, and creators bringing culture and joy to the galaxy.


• Journalist: Investigators and reporters uncovering stories and spreading information.


• Medic: Lifesavers in combat and civilian life, ranging from battlefield medics to skilled surgeons.

Other Careers

• Spacer: General ship crew, often multi-skilled and adaptable.


• Psion: Rare individuals wielding psychic powers, often trained by secretive organizations.


• Colonist: Pioneers settling new worlds, bringing essential skills and knowledge.


• Hunter: Experts in tracking and taking down dangerous wildlife or wanted individuals.