Air Crew Members
SOC code 55-3011 · O*NET-SOC 55-3011.00
What does an air crew member do?
Perform in-flight duties to ensure the successful completion of combat, reconnaissance, transport, and search and rescue missions. Duties include operating aircraft communications and detection equipment, including establishing satellite linkages and jamming enemy communications capabilities; conducting preflight, in-flight, and postflight inspections of onboard equipment; operating and maintaining aircraft weapons and defensive systems; operating and maintaining aircraft in-flight refueling systems; executing aircraft safety and emergency procedures; computing and verifying passenger, cargo, fuel, and emergency and special equipment weight and balance data; and conducting cargo and personnel drops.
How to become an air crew member
The federal survey did not capture education levels for this specific occupation, so the preparation-level card above is the best guide to the entry route.