Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
G13A
MH-53 Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM) Aircrewman
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
MH-53 airborne mine countermeasures aircrewmen operate aircraft systems and specialized equipment used to detect, classify, and neutralize maritime mines. They perform in-flight equipment duties, follow detailed safety procedures, and coordinate with pilots and surface mine countermeasures teams.
Core Skills
- airborne mine countermeasures
- specialized equipment operation
- maritime hazard detection
- mission equipment monitoring
- in flight procedure execution
- aircrew communications
- equipment troubleshooting
- risk management
- technical documentation
- crew resource management
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate
- International Mine Action Standards Explosive Ordnance Disposal Certificate
- Occupational Safety and Health Technologist (OHST)
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
Civilian Career Paths
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- PHYSICAL SECURITY
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
- FEMA ICS 100 and 200
- OSHA General Industry Safety training
Career Growth
- FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate
- Occupational Safety and Health Technologist (OHST)
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.