USMC Aviation Electronics
Why this Career ?
I have chosen this career because I always wanted to be a part of the armed forces. I decided that the Marine Corp is the only way to go because the Marines are trained to improvise, adapt, and overcome all obstacles in all situations in which I feel that I have been doing this for most of my life. But I decided to specialize in aviation electronics because I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and try something new.
What is it? & what does it take ?
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Duty: A United States Marine aviation electronic technician is responsible for installing, operating, testing , adjusting, aligning, and repairing the Marine Air Command Control Systems, air defense RADAR systems, and associated Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) equipment.
Training and Qualifications:To enlist as a Marine, you must obtain your high school diploma,be a legal U.S. resident between 17 and 28 and pass USMC 13 basic training. To become a aviation technician in the marine corp you must achieve a minimum overall ASVAB score of 36 if you are a high school senior or have a high school diploma, and 50 if you are a GED holder. Must attend Aviation school for at least 19 weeks(depending on MOS) and pass with a minimum score of 75 percent.
Personal Qualities: Must be a critical thinker and analytical problem solver,team player, as well as an organized person, to maintain equipment and service records.
Salary & Job Outlook: its expected to increase by 6% with the estimated base pay is $62,102 per year.
Goals and Steps:
Some of the steps I have taken towards reaching this career are that I have enlisted into the Marine Corp and have gotten a score of 40 on the ASVAB making me a candidate for this career. I have also talked to my recruiter about this career and am currently working on my Marine Corps contract. Lastly, I have been attending PT to get ready for boot camp. My goals conclude on passing boot camp so I can start my aviation school. Once I finish aviation school and my marine contract expires, my goal is to work at delta airlines.
