Navy NEC · Aviation
D19A CVN Deck Caller
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A CVN Deck Caller oversees the safety of flight deck personnel during flight operations. The deck caller also manages safety during aircraft spotting and maintenance requirements for all embarked aircraft on CVN flight decks.
Core Skills
- aircraft spotting
- flight deck safety
- deck crew coordination
- aircraft movement control
- hazard identification
- visual signal communication
- maintenance movement planning
- flight operation procedures
- emergency response
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Adobe Photoshop
- Extensible markup language XML
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
Civilian Career Paths
- Aviation Management
- Commercial Aviation
- Aircraft Maintenance
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Career Growth
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
What the Work Involves
- Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
- Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
- Conduct inspections of the airport property and perimeter to maintain controlled access to airfields.
- Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.
- Initiate or conduct airport-wide coordination of snow removal on runways and taxiways.
Related Occupations
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
- First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
- Commercial Pilots
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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