Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
778A
Second Loadmaster
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs in-flight duties as a loadmaster assistant for the C-37 and C-40 aircraft. Performs maintenance, rigging, and in-flight functions of internal aircraft cargo handling. Knowledgeable of aircraft systems, passenger handling, safety procedures and equipment, federal and military regulations for passenger transport, emergency procedures and aircraft equipment.
Core Skills
- aircraft cargo handling
- load rigging and securement
- passenger movement
- aircraft weight and balance
- cargo documentation
- in flight safety
- emergency procedure execution
- aircraft systems knowledge
- transportation regulatory compliance
Common Certifications
- International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations Certification
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10 Hour General Industry
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
Civilian Career Paths
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
- International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10 Hour General Industry
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100/200/700/800
Career Growth
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Dispatcher 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.