Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
7208 Air Support Control Officer
Overview
An Air Support Control Officer plans, directs, and coordinates air support missions for MAGTF operations, including close air support, casualty evacuation, and medical evacuation requests. This officer manages combat airspace, coordinates deep air support, electronic warfare, aerial refueling, and aerial reconnaissance missions, and oversees air support equipment and tactical data systems.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- airspace and air support mission planning
- command and control operations
- joint fires and targeting coordination
- electronic warfare integration awareness
- operational risk management
- tactical data link and C2 systems familiarity
- operations center management
- cross-functional coordination with ground and air units
- decision-making under pressure
- staff planning and orders development
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
Civilian Career Paths
- Aviation Management
- Project Management
- IT Management
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
What the Work Involves
- Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
- Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
- Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
- Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
Related Occupations
- Software Developers
- Chief Executives
- Administrative Services Managers
- Industrial Production Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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