Navy NEC · Logistics
D08A Aviation Ordnance Managers Career Progression
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An aviation ordnance manager assists the Division Officer with the technical management of airborne weapons aboard aviation ships and at shore activities, including maintenance, logistics, operational support, and explosive safety. The manager coordinates division commitments and priorities while tracking armament equipment, weapons support equipment, airborne weapons, ammunition accountability, handling, stowage, and explosive safety programs.
Core Skills
- aviation ordnance management
- ammunition accountability
- explosive safety programs
- maintenance priority management
- weapons status reporting
- logistics coordination
- work center supervision
- operational tasking
- technical liaison
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
- Certified Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
What the Work Involves
- 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.
- Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
- Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
- Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
Related Occupations
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
- Chief Executives
- Administrative Services Managers
- Industrial Production Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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