Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
7531 Pilot VMM, FRS Basic V-22 Pilot
Overview
A VMM FRS basic V-22 pilot operates tiltrotor aircraft. The pilot conducts observation, transport, rescue, and utility missions.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- complex aircraft systems operation
- mission planning and execution
- navigation and flight management
- tactical communications
- crew coordination and leadership
- checklist and SOP discipline
- systems monitoring and fault recognition
- risk management and safety
- time-critical decision making
- after-action review and reporting
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
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Career Growth
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI): Rotorcraft
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.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
Report an error on this page