Navy
LOGISTICS
NEC
NEC
749A
Air Transportation Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs duties associated with the movement of passengers, air cargo packing, operations, documentation and selection. Performs aircraft load planning and the safe operation of material handling equipment.
Core Skills
- passenger movement coordination
- air cargo documentation
- cargo packing and securing
- aircraft load planning
- material handling equipment operation
- freight manifest preparation
- transportation safety compliance
- shipment tracking
- airport operations support
Common Certifications
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training Certificate
- Certified Logistics Associate
- Certified Logistics Technician
- OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Operator Certificate
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Air Transport Association Cargo Training Certificate
- APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Associate
- OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Operator Certificate
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training Certificate
- Certified Logistics Technician
Career Growth
- APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Supply Chain Professional
- International Air Transport Association Cargo Introductory Course Certificate
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.