Army MOS · Aviation
7D Assignment Oriented Training (AOT)
Overview
The Assignment Oriented Training designation identifies positions in grades PFC through SFC that require MOS 15W (35K) Soldiers qualified to operate the Shadow Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. These positions also require qualifications to operate the vehicle's associated systems.
Core Skills
- unmanned aerial system operation
- sensor and payload operation
- mission planning and execution
- real-time data monitoring
- basic network and datalink troubleshooting
- system checks and preventive maintenance
- geospatial awareness and navigation
- checklist and SOP compliance
- crew coordination and communication
- incident and anomaly reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- C
- C++
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Microsoft Office software
- Python
- R
- The MathWorks MATLAB
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
Civilian Career Paths
- Unmanned Systems
- Geospatial Intelligence
- Network Operations
- Systems Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Remote Pilot
- CompTIA Security+ · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Collect geospatial data, using technologies such as aerial photography, light and radio wave detection systems, digital satellites, or thermal energy systems.
- Verify integrity and accuracy of data contained in remote sensing image analysis systems.
- Integrate remotely sensed data with other geospatial data.
- Consult with remote sensing scientists, surveyors, cartographers, or engineers to determine project needs.
- Adjust remotely sensed images for optimum presentation by using software to select image displays, define image set categories, or choose processing routines.
Related Occupations
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
- Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
- Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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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