Army MOS · Aviation
155F Jet Aircraft Pilot
Overview
A Jet Aircraft Pilot commands and operates fixed-wing utility aircraft in tactical and nontactical conditions while transporting passengers and cargo. This pilot performs instrument flight procedures, navigation, airborne weather radar interpretation, military intelligence missions, and airborne radio relay missions while maintaining current flight status.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- mission planning and execution
- navigation and route planning
- radio communications procedures
- airborne ISR coordination
- checklist-driven operations
- risk assessment and mitigation
- situational awareness in dynamic environments
- crew resource management and team leadership
- time-critical decision-making
- adherence to regulatory and safety standards
Civilian Software & Tools
- R
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Word
- AeroPlanner
Civilian Career Paths
- Commercial Aviation
- Aviation Management
- Unmanned Systems
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Instrument-Airplane Rating
- ASTM NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS) · Funded
- Aircraft Dispatcher
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class · Funded
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: General Class · Funded
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Technician Class · Funded
- Ground Instructor Certificate with a Basic Ground Instructor Rating · Funded
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Use instrumentation to guide flights when visibility is poor.
- Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes to transport passengers, mail, or freight, adhering to flight plans, regulations, and procedures.
- Work as part of a flight team with other crew members, especially during takeoffs and landings.
- Respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions.
- Inspect aircraft for defects and malfunctions, according to pre-flight checklists.
Related Occupations
- Commercial Pilots
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Airfield Operations Specialists
- Aircraft Service Attendants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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