Army MOS · Aviation
15P Aviation Operations Specialist
Overview
An Aviation Operations Specialist schedules and dispatches tactical aircraft missions. The specialist also performs the operational administrative duties associated with those missions.
Core Skills
- flight operations scheduling and dispatch
- air mission tracking and status reporting
- operations log and record management
- radio and digital communications procedures
- airspace coordination support
- use of mission planning and tracking software
- situational awareness and prioritization
- checklist and SOP compliance
- coordination with maintenance and aircrews
- briefing and information handover
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Extensible markup language XML
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
Civilian Career Paths
- Aviation Management
- Transportation Management
- Project Management
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Aircraft Dispatcher
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class · Funded · Promotion points
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: General Class · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Technician Class · Funded · Promotion points
- GMDSS Radio Operator/Maintainer License (DB)
- Certified Flight Instrument Instructor Rating (CFII)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Commercial Pilot, Airplane Single Engine (ASE) Rating
What the Work Involves
- Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
- Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
- Conduct inspections of the airport property and perimeter to maintain controlled access to airfields.
- Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.
- Initiate or conduct airport-wide coordination of snow removal on runways and taxiways.
Related Occupations
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
- First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
- Commercial Pilots
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 15P. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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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