Description
Naval Aircrewmen (Tactical Helicopter) (AWR) detect, analyze, classify, track, and engage sub-surface, surface, and air contacts; perform Sound Navigation and Ranging (SONAR), sonobuoy, Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR), Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance and Targeting (ISR-T), Electronic Warfare (EW), Electro-Optical (EO)/Infrared (IR), Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar (ISAR) and LINK-16 operations; coordinate tactical communications relay; conduct weapons delivery in support of tactical missions; conduct Command and Control (C2); execute Long Range Maritime Strike (MARSTK) missions; support Special Operations Forces (SOF) missions, Search and Rescue (SAR) missions, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) missions, Night Vision Device (NVD) operations, navigation, passenger and cargo transports, Vertical Replenishment (VERTREP) operations, Medical Evacuations (MEDEVAC), Helicopter Visit Board Search and Seizure (HVBSS) operations, and Crew-Served Weapons (CSW) employment; perform observer duties and Crew Resource Management (CRM) for safety of flight; and contribute directly to aircrew operations, training, and administration.
Core Skills
- acoustic and SONAR analysis
- target detection, classification, and tracking
- radar and ISAR operation and interpretation
- electronic warfare signal recognition
- ISR and targeting support
- tactical data link (LINK-16) operations
- tactical communications relay
- sensor fusion and real-time decision support
- mission systems operation in airborne platforms
- checklist and procedure compliance
- crew coordination and communication
- time-sensitive targeting support
- reporting and logging of tactical data
Common Certifications
- FAA Aircrew Certification (if applicable)
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- Sensor Operator OEM Training (Helicopter ISR Systems)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Aviation)
- Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE
- UNMANNED SYSTEMS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
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