Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
G25A
C-130 Flight Engineer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
C-130 flight engineers monitor and operate aircraft systems throughout normal and emergency flight operations. They conduct system checks, identify malfunctions, support the aircrew, and apply aircraft emergency procedures and flight equipment knowledge.
Core Skills
- turboprop aircraft systems
- flight engineering
- engine and propeller monitoring
- preflight inspection
- emergency procedure execution
- in flight troubleshooting
- aircraft performance monitoring
- crew resource management
- maintenance documentation
Common Certifications
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- PMP
Civilian Career Paths
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate preparation
- NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- FEMA Incident Command System Courses
Career Growth
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- FAA Inspection Authorization
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)
- 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.