Description
When it comes to completing our missions, it takes a keen eye and a unique skill set to keep them on track. It’s our Executive Mission Aviators who ensure our aircraft and aircrew are properly equipped every time. They supervise these operations, manage our communication systems and instruct personnel on all needed procedures to meet the demands of delivery or battle when the time arises.
Core Skills
- airborne mission systems operation
- communications systems management
- pre-mission planning and configuration
- checklist and procedure execution
- crew coordination and leadership
- equipment inventory and accountability
- training and instruction
- technical troubleshooting (basic)
- documentation and reporting
- situational awareness
- time management
- verbal communication
Common Certifications
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Safety Management Systems (SMS) Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
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