Marine Corps MOS · Aviation
8042 Colonel, Naval Aviator/Naval Flight Officer/Unmanned Aircraft System Officer
Overview
A Colonel designated as a Naval Aviator, Naval Flight Officer, or Unmanned Aircraft System Officer serves under the corresponding aviation designation. This specialty also identifies colonel billets for these officers in tables of organization.
Core Skills
- strategic planning and execution
- large-scale operations and program management
- risk management and mitigation
- budgeting and resource allocation
- policy development and implementation
- cross-functional and cross-domain coordination
- senior leadership and organizational management
- stakeholder engagement and communication
- crisis and incident management
- technology and capability integration at enterprise level
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
- Unmanned Systems
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Career Growth
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- ACE Safety Management Systems (SMS) Certification
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.
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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