Navy Rating · Aviation
ABCM Master Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate
Overview
A Master Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate supervises and manages afloat operations and maintenance for aircraft launching, recovery, handling, and fueling systems. They oversee steam catapults, barricades, arresting gear, catapult hydraulic systems, jet blast deflectors, fueling equipment, and ground handling equipment, while maintaining readiness and training for aircraft movement, firefighting, crash rescue, crash removal, and damage control.
Core Skills
- aircraft launch recovery
- catapult system supervision
- arresting gear operations
- aviation fuel handling
- aircraft ground handling
- flight deck safety
- aircraft firefighting
- crash rescue coordination
- damage control
- maintenance program management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Cargo tracking system software
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
- Warehouse management system WMS
Civilian Career Paths
- Commercial Aviation
- Aviation Management
- Fire Protection
- Emergency Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training Certificate
- Airport Fire Fighter Certification (NFPA 1003)
Career Growth
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Airport Certified Employee (ACE)
What the Work Involves
- Determine the quantity and orientation of cargo, and compute an aircraft's center of gravity.
- Direct ground crews in the loading, unloading, securing, or staging of aircraft cargo or baggage.
- Train new employees in areas such as safety procedures or equipment operation.
- Distribute cargo to maximize use of space.
- Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
Related Occupations
- First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators
- Airfield Operations Specialists
- Transportation Inspectors
- First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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