navy officer manpower and personnel classifications - US Navy ...

8015 AIRCRAFT ARMAMENT DEVELOPMENT OFFICER [A/C ARM DVLP] [Job Code: 001761]
Plans and directs research, design, development, test, evaluation, or installation programs for aircraft
armament. Determines physical and performance characteristics of aircraft weapons including aircraft guns, rockets,
pyrotechnics, bombs and bomb systems and chemical systems. Evaluates aircraft and armament compatibility.
Manages technical aspects of aircraft armament programs concerned with launching and suspension equipment,
pyrotechnic dispensers and launchers, armament monitor and control systems, arming and dearming equipment,
guided missilelauncher power supplies, armor, turrets and pylons. Supervises preparation of design specifications.
Related Codes: NOBC - 2145, 6920; DOD Group - 4E Ordnance
8018 AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION OFFICER [A/C PROD] [Job Code: 001763]
Furnishes technical advice and direction in procurement and production of aircraft and components such as
power plants, propellers and instruments. Determines production schedules for aircraft and aircraft components to
meet naval aviation requirements. Investigates sources of supplies, bid quotations and manufacturers' capacities and
potentials; prepares procurement directives. Directs production and shipment of equipment, ensuring fulfillment of
aircraft production schedules. Assists contractors in production engineering, planning and control, maintaining
liaison through aviation field representatives.
Related Codes: NOBC - 8076; DOD Group - 4D Aviation Maintenance and Allied
8026 AIRCRAFT TEST ENGINEER [A/C TEST ENG] [Job Code: 001766]
Directs or conducts engineering tests on experimental and service-type aircraft to gain data concerning design,
fabrication, serviceability and operation of aircraft. Studies details of airframe, powerplant, instrumentation and
special equipment of aircraft, determining methods and procedures of conducting tests. Participates in test flights,
recording data, observing functioning of aircraft and equipment and supervising operation of aircraft equipment.
Prepares technical reports setting forth findings and recommendations.
Related Codes: NOBC - NONE; DOD Group - 4D Aviation Maintenance and Allied
8035 AIRCRAFT/GUIDED MISSILE ENGINE PROJECT OFFICER [AC/GM ENG PJ] [Job Code: 001768]
Coordinates aircraft or guided missile engine project within defined boundaries of time, resources and
performance requirements. Prepares master plan, including schedules, costs and scope of all work and resources
required. Initiates overall production plans. Monitors integrated logistic support requirements. Monitors contract
negotiations and approves proposed contractual actions required for accomplishment of project. Evaluates progress.
Coordinates changes to scope, timing and cost with functional organizations. Controls logistic support functions.
Approves design changes to support equipment, as appropriate.
Related Codes: NOBC - 6280; DOD Group - 4D Aviation Maintenance and Allied
8050 LAUNCHING, RECOVERY, AND LANDING AIDS ENGINEERING OFFICER [LNCH/RECV/AIDS]
[Job Code: 001771]
Plans, coordinates and directs research, design, development and testing of launching and recovery systems,
landing aids and fog modification systems. Develops and implements research plans and programs. Evaluates
design proposals. Determines handling equipment needed for new aircraft. Prepares specifications for catapult and
arresting gear installations. Prepares technical data and instructions for operation of landing aids.
Related Codes: NOBC - 8004; DOD Group - 4D Aviation Maintenance and Allied
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