Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
5950 Air Traffic Control Systems Officer
Overview
An Air Traffic Control Systems Officer supervises and coordinates the installation, sighting, operation, training, maintenance, and repair of ATC and METOC systems and equipment. They maintain detailed working knowledge of Navy aviation maintenance programs and processes and familiarity with the ground equipment maintenance program.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- systems engineering oversight for ATC and METOC systems
- installation and site planning for radar and communications systems
- maintenance management and scheduling
- technical troubleshooting coordination
- understanding of aviation electronics and ground support systems
- compliance with aviation maintenance programs and standards
- documentation and reporting of maintenance actions
- training program development and delivery
- configuration management and lifecycle planning
- team leadership and supervision of technicians
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
Civilian Career Paths
- Air Traffic Control
- Aviation Management
- Project Management
- Network Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
Career Growth
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
What the Work Involves
- Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.
- Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
- Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
- Interpret specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lay out reference points for workers.
- Perform skilled repair or maintenance operations, using equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment.
Related Occupations
- First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand
- First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
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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