Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
G16A
C-40A Crew Chief
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
C-40A crew chiefs monitor aircraft systems, conduct in-flight inspections, and manage emergency procedures and flight equipment during transport missions. They coordinate with pilots and cabin personnel, maintain operational checklists, and help ensure safe aircraft operations throughout the flight.
Core Skills
- aircraft systems monitoring
- in flight inspection
- emergency procedure execution
- flight equipment management
- crew resource management
- aircraft checklist use
- cabin safety management
- maintenance log documentation
- aviation communications
- passenger and cargo coordination
Common Certifications
- FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Certificate
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant License
- OSHA General Industry Safety Certification
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
Civilian Career Paths
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training
- OSHA General Industry Safety training
- FEMA ICS 100 and 200
- FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician preparation course
Career Growth
- Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant License
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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.