Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
7578 Naval Flight Officer (NFO), Student (TBS)
Overview
A student Naval Flight Officer serves as a member of an aircraft crew. The officer assists with employing the aircraft's offensive and defensive weapons.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- aircrew coordination
- mission systems operation
- sensor and weapons systems employment awareness
- navigation and situational awareness
- radio and data link communications procedures
- tactical data interpretation
- checklist and procedure adherence
- time-critical decision making
- basic understanding of electronic warfare and defensive systems
Civilian Software & Tools
- Atlassian JIRA
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Python
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Commercial Aviation
- Aviation Management
- Unmanned Systems
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Career Growth
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
Also Common
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
- FAA Aircraft Type Rating
What the Work Involves
- Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
- Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
- Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
- Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
- Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
Related Occupations
- Software Developers
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Database Administrators
- Computer and Information Systems Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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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