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THIS JOB IS FOR ENLISTMENT IN THE US NAVY
Within Navy Aviation Flight Support Careers, there are distinct focus areas that have their own training paths and job descriptions:
Requirements:
Within Navy Aviation Flight Support Careers, there are distinct focus areas that have their own training paths and job descriptions:
Requirements:
- Must have a High school diploma or equivalent.
- US citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
- Has to be in ages between 17 thru 39.
- Can be a High School Senior.
BENEFITS:
- FREE COLLEGE
- VOCATIONAL TRAINING
- MEDICAL/DENTAL CARE
- TUITION ASSISTANCE
- COMPETITIVE SALARY
- RETIREMENT BENEFITS
- 30 PAID VACATION DAYS
- HOUSING ALLOWANCES
Responsibilities in the Navy Nuclear operations area depend on your job rating or specialty.
Whether as an Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO) or Enlisted Sailor, your role with Navy Flight Support is critical for mission success.
Officer Role:
A four-year college degree is required to become a Navy Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO). As an Officer, you can expect to:
- Make certain all aircraft maintenance has been performed correctly
- Influence emerging aviation weapon system designs to reduce, simplify or eliminate maintenance actions
- Provide operational support to the Fleet’s personnel and aircraft
- Manage all material and manpower needed to support Flight Operations
Enlisted Role:
A college degree is not required to become an Enlisted member of the Navy Flight Support team. As a Sailor, you can expect to:
- Operate and maintain hydraulic and steam catapults to launch aircraft
- Run and sustain landing gear, brakes and related systems
- Work under the oversight of AMDOs
Members of the Navy Flight Support community occupy a variety of positions, allowing them to be a part of just about any aspect of Naval Aviation. You could find yourself working on a ship at sea or at an air station on shore – at locations around the globe.
Officer Training:
Officer Training:
Prospective Officers entering aviation programs must first attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI, and then complete a 6-week air indoctrination course at Naval Aviation Schools Command in Pensacola, FL. From there, Aviation Maintenance Duty Officers (AMDOs) attend Aviation Maintenance School in Pensacola, FL, to learn leadership, logistics and operational support of the Naval Aviation Fleet.
Enlisted Training:
Enlisted Sailors pursuing a Flight Support role must first complete the 7–9 week Recruit Training (known as Boot Camp). After that, the aviation training you will receive is a mix of hands-on experience and classroom study. Advanced technical and operational "A" School training in the aviation field is also available as part of your career development, preparing you for any number of future civilian careers with airports, airline industries, government and law enforcement agencies, aircraft manufacturers, and more.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance. It’s also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
Officer Education:
Beyond professional credentials and certifications, you can advance your education as an AMDO by attending the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) in Monterey, CA, where you may be able to earn a master’s or doctoral degree while being paid full-time.
Enlisted Education:
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy technical and operational training in the field of Flight Support can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education. You may also continue your education through opportunities like the following:
- Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
- Post-9/11 GI Bill
You can apply for the officers program too just asked me how!
