AWV-Naval Aircrewmen Avionics

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	Naval Aircrewmen Avionics	AWV
	Naval Aircrewmen (Avionics) (AWV) are members of a fixed wing integrated tactical aircrew aboard maritime patrol and reconnaissance, and command and control aircraft; knowledgeable of all avionics systems, safety equipment, emergency procedures, and aircraft equipment.

 Naval Aircrewmen Avionics (AWV) are members of a fixed wing integrated tactical aircrew aboard maritime patrol and reconnaissance and command and control aircraft.  Personnel are knowledgeable of all avionics systems, safety equipment, emergency procedures, and aircraft equipment.  They perform primary in-flight and ground duties as aircraft In-Flight Technicians, Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) specialists, and Airborne Communicators who maintain and operate aircraft systems.  In addition, they also pilot and maintain Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), operate aerial photographic equipment; perform aircrew administration, flight and ground training, ordnance handling duties, joint special warfare operations, and Communications Material Security (CMS) handling. 

What They Do

• Perform primary in-flight and ground duties as aircraft in-flight technicians

• Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) specialists, and airborne communicators who maintain and operate aircraft systems

• Pilot and maintain Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)

• operate aerial photographic equipment

• perform aircrew administration, flight and ground training, ordnance handling duties, joint special warfare operations, and Communications Material Security (CMS) handling.

Qualifications and Interests

All aircrew candidates should possess the ability to swim prior to entering the program. In addition, they should possess manual dexterity, physical strength and be oriented toward working with tools and machinery. They must be self-motivated, as well as be able to work as part of a team and perform repetitive tasks.

Other helpful attributes include maturity, a good memory, and knowledge of arithmetic. Applicants must be U. S. citizens eligible for a secret security clearance. Aircrewmen must have no speech impediments and be able to speak and understand English fluently. Normal hearing and normal color perception is required. Aircrew should be in excellent physical condition and motivated toward physical and mental challenges. Candidates must pass a class II swim test, an aviation flight physical, and the Navy Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) prior to reporting for aircrew training.

The second-class swim test consists of entering the water feet first from a minimum height of 10 feet and remaining afloat for 10 minutes. During this time, applicants must swim 100 yards and use the three basic survival strokes (sidestroke, breaststroke, and backstroke) and American crawl for at least 25 yards each.

The applicant must pass the Navy Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) with a "satisfactory- medium" in all categories for their sex and age prior to enrollment at NACCS. Applicants should be provided a copy of the current PFA standards.

If the applicant voluntarily terminates training as an aircrew student or otherwise fails to meet the prerequisites of the aircrew program, the applicant will no longer be eligible for the guarantees of the program. The applicant must also understand that follow-on training will be determined by the needs of the Navy, performance, and qualifications as well as the applicant's personal desires.

Graduation

The applicant must meet the following minimum physical fitness requirements to graduate from NACCS:

• Intense daily calisthenics.

• Pass the PRT with a "good-medium" for their sex and age in all categories to include sit-ups, push-ups and 1.5 mile run. Proper Navy form is stressed.

• Swim one mile in flight suit in 80 minutes or less.

• Swim 75 yards in full flight gear (backstroke, sidestroke and breaststroke for 25 yards each).

• In full flight gear, tread water for two minutes, followed immediately by three minutes of drown-proofing, followed by five minutes of floating with a life preserver.

• Jump from a 12 foot tower and swim 15 yards underwater wearing flight suit and boots.

Working Environment

Aircrewmen may be assigned to sea or shore squadrons in any part of the world. They work in airborne aircraft, hangars, hangar decks, on flight decks, or on flight lines at air stations, usually around a high level of noise.

Opportunities

Excellent opportunities exist for qualified applicants to enter this rating. About 1,600 men and women currently work in this rating.

 Navy AWV - Airborne Communicator

Airborne Communicators are members of fixed wing integrated tactical crews aboard E-6B aircraft who perform duties as in-flight communications system operators.  Personnel are knowledgeable of naval communications procedures, computer networks, and cryptographic materials, aircraft systems, emergency procedures, and in-flight equipment on E-6B aircraft.  They contribute directly to aircrew operations, training, and administration for the purposes of attaining and maintaining squadron aircrew qualifications and certifications.  In addition, they must be eligible for a final Top Secret security clearance.

Navy AWV - Airborne Electronic Intelligence Specialist

Airborne Electronic Intelligence Specialists are members of fixed wing integrated tactical crews aboard maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft who configure and maintain aircraft computer networks.  They detect, analyze, identify, and locate airborne, surface, and subsurface contacts electronically utilizing state of the art technology.  Additionally, they operate electronic warfare systems such as radar, Electronic Support Measures (ESM), and Identification Friend or Foe /Selective Identification Feature (IFF/SIF) in support of operations and tactical missions worldwide.  They perform aircrew duties that contribute directly to aircrew operations, training, and administration for the purposes of attaining and maintaining squadron aircrew qualifications and certifications.  In addition, they are required to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Navy AWV - Aircrew Readiness Manager

Aircrew Readiness Managers are crucial and integral members of staffs, operational commands, and squadrons.  They coordinate the operational, administrative, and aircrew scheduling functions for the organization.  In addition, they administer and manage training programs and resources for Naval Aircrew; manage standardization of aircrew training programs to enhance proficiency and readiness, and coordinate all aspects of aircrew training to meet the rigorous demands of operational commitments worldwide.  They administer and direct the Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization (NATOPS) and Search And Rescue (SAR) programs.  Additional duties include administering and directing tactics, training and readiness, ordnance and weapons, and aircrew training.  As Program Managers, they analyze training resource requirements, review and approve contract options for new training devices and programs, develop and revise curriculum, incorporate and initiate new aircrew training programs, manage student quotas, qualifications and certifications, and coordinate aircrew physical fitness and health program initiatives.

Navy AWV - In-flight Technician

In-flight Technicians are members of fixed wing integrated tactical crews aboard maritime patrol and reconnaissance and command and control aircraft.  They perform in-flight duties of fault isolation, component repair and operation of all avionics equipment at the organizational level.  In addition, they conduct in-flight duties as Aerial Cameramen and Flight Crew Ordnancemen.  Personnel are knowledgeable of aircraft avionics systems, ordnance systems, weapons loading, photographic equipment, aerial photographic techniques, aircraft equipment, emergency procedures, and flight procedures.  Additionally, they perform aircrew duties that contribute directly to aircrew operations, training, and administration for the purposes of attaining and maintaining current the squadron’s aircrew qualifications and certifications.  They must be eligible for a final Top Secret security clearance.

Navy AWV - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Pilot/Maintainer

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Pilots/Maintainers perform organizational level maintenance on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) systems and support equipment.  They are knowledgeable in meteorology, aerodynamics, power plants, radios, and air traffic control.  Additionally, they perform basic and advanced flight operations and serve as external pilots in direct control the flight of the UAV during launch and recovery operations by visual reference to the UAV.  They also serve as internal pilots; operating and navigating the UAV during the en route, mission, and return phases of flight.

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