Description
Naval Aircrewmen (Operator) (AWO) operate advanced airborne tactical systems onboard Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft (MPRA) and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) utilizing Mission Acoustic Subsystem (MAS), Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR), Electronic Support Measures (ESM), Identification Friend or Foe/Selective Identification Feature (IFF/SIF), Multi-Static Active Coherent system, active, passive, and special sonobuoy, Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS), Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), and Electro-Optic/Infrared (EO/IR) sensors to detect, analyze, classify, track, and attack surface, subsurface, land, and airborne contacts; support mission planning, safeguard classified material, handle ordnance, collect and produce intelligence products for aircrews and theater Commanders in support of operations and tactical missions worldwide.
Core Skills
- airborne sensor operation (radar, EO/IR, acoustic)
- tactical data collection and analysis
- multi-sensor fusion and target tracking
- UAS/UAV mission operations support
- ELINT and ESM system operation
- mission planning and debriefing
- real-time reporting and communications
- use of geospatial and mapping tools
- checklist-driven operations and safety
- technical systems troubleshooting
- team coordination in airborne environments
- documentation and log management
- situational awareness and threat recognition
Common Certifications
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107)
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (if applicable)
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation Safety)
Civilian Career Paths
- GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- UNMANNED SYSTEMS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
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