Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
776A
Naval Aircrewman (Special Assignment)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Naval Aircrewmen perform assigned in flight duties that support the operational mission of their aviation command. They operate aircraft mission equipment, assist with crew coordination and safety procedures, and execute specialized airborne tasks according to aircraft and mission requirements.
Core Skills
- aircrew coordination
- in flight mission support
- aircraft safety procedures
- aviation communications
- mission equipment operation
- crew resource management
- emergency procedure execution
- flight documentation
- airborne risk management
Common Certifications
- Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Federal Aviation Administration Remote Pilot Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Flight Safety Foundation Basic Aviation Safety Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
Civilian Career Paths
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Federal Aviation Administration Remote Pilot Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
- Basic aviation safety course
Career Growth
- Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Flight Safety Foundation Basic Aviation Safety 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.