Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
790A
Master Naval Parachutist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Directs all phases of parachute operations at activities that employ parachutists as part of their mission. Specializes in the instruction of students/ parachutists during static-line and military freefall (MFF) day and night jumps to include oxygen and combat equipment. Supervises drop zone activities during the conducting of jump operations.
Core Skills
- parachute operations management
- static line instruction
- military freefall instruction
- drop zone control
- airborne safety supervision
- oxygen equipment operations
- night jump execution
- combat equipment integration
- student performance evaluation
Common Certifications
- United States Parachute Association (USPA) Coach Rating
- United States Parachute Association (USPA) Tandem Instructor Rating
- United States Parachute Association (USPA) Instructor Rating
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- United States Parachute Association (USPA) Coach Rating
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- United States Parachute Association (USPA) Instructor Rating
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.