Description
Airmen (AN) assist in the maintenance of aircraft and associated aeronautical equipment; assist in the maintenance of aircraft support equipment; service and clean aircraft; assist in aircraft handling; and perform other apprenticeship duties required in the operation of naval aviation activities afloat and ashore.
Core Skills
- aircraft servicing
- aircraft cleaning
- ground support equipment operation
- aircraft handling
- maintenance tool use
- flight line safety
- aviation material handling
- preventive maintenance
- hazardous material handling
- technical manual use
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training Certificate
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
- NCCER Core Credential
- FEMA ICS 100
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCER Core Credential
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training Certificate
Career Growth
- FAA Inspection Authorization
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
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.