Naval Aircrewman Operator (AWOs) produce intelligence products for aircrews in support of operations and tactical missions worldwide; detect, analyze, classify and track surface and subsurface contacts; operate an advanced sonar system utilizing sonobuoy, radar, Electronic Support Measures (ESM), Magnetic Anomaly Detector (MAD), Identification Friend or Foe/Selective Identification Feature (IFF/SIF) and Infrared Detector (IR). Their additional responsibilities include:
Performing aircrew duties that support mission planning, classified material handling and training.
Handling ordnance
Inspecting acoustic station equipment
Operating mission equipment such as: advanced imaging multi-spectral sensors, radar for safety of flight, and hand-held cameras
Aircrew administration
Flight/Ground training
Joint Special Warfare operations
Contributing directly to operations for the purposes of attaining and maintaining the squadron's aircrew qualifications and certifications
Demonstrating knowledge of all aircraft systems, passenger and cargo handling, safety procedures and equipment, federal and military regulations for passenger transport, emergency procedures and aircraft equipment.
Flight duties as an Aviation Anti-Submarine Warfare Operator. Operates Radar, Radios and other sensor equipment during flight. Conducts aircraft pre-flight and post-flight inspection, loads aircraft ordinance. Communicates with pilot and co-pilot and assists with minor aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting equipment. Search and Rescue Swimmer trained in first aid as a professional rescuer.
Collateral duties as a flight schedule writer, Pilot and Aircrew flight training files manager, and logbook maintainer. Classified publications Petty Officer who maintained security and revisions to manuals. Certified as a Plane Captain for maintenance on Kaman SH-2F and SH-2G and HH-60H Seahawk helicopter.