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Aircraft Launch and Recovery Specialists

SOC 55-3012.00Job Zone —v.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers correctional security operations in institutional settings, spanning routine inmate count and order maintenance through strategic policy leadership and emergency command for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Specialists classified under the Military-Specific correctional officer occupation.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Inmate count procedures — conduct under direct supervision using established count schedules on a correctional facility housing unit.
  2. Institutional rules and regulations — read and reference during daily assignments under the guidance of a senior officer.
  3. Assigned post orders — follow step-by-step protocols to maintain basic security coverage in a supervised correctional setting.
  4. Radio communication equipment — operate and transmit routine status updates following standard call procedures on a facility shift.
  5. Inmate behavior patterns — observe and report unusual activity to a supervising officer during housing unit rounds.
  6. Incident documentation — complete basic written reports using approved templates after minor disciplinary events on the unit.
  7. Emergency alarm systems — identify and activate under direct instruction during initial response drills in a correctional facility.
  8. Oral instructions from supervisors — receive and confirm understanding of daily assignments at shift briefings in a correctional environment.
  9. Facility database software — enter routine inmate count data and movement records into authorized systems under close oversight.
  10. Personal protective equipment and restraint tools — identify, inspect, and stage correctly at the start of each shift in a correctional setting.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Scheduled and random inmate counts — conduct independently and reconcile discrepancies against official rosters on a multi-unit correctional floor.
  2. Order and discipline standards — enforce consistently across assigned areas by applying institutional policy with limited supervisory guidance.
  3. Regulatory compliance knowledge — maintain and apply current understanding of facility rules to daily inmate interactions and post activities.
  4. Emergency response protocols — execute initial containment and notification steps for escape attempts or disturbances without awaiting direct orders.
  5. Inmate grievance interactions — address routine requests and complaints using active listening and social perceptiveness to de-escalate tension on the unit.
  6. Shift activity logs and spreadsheets — update accurately and submit on time using office suite and spreadsheet software at the end of each tour.
  7. Behavioral risk indicators — monitor and document patterns in inmate conduct to support classification reviews within a correctional housing team.
  8. Inter-shift communication — brief relieving officers verbally and in writing on security conditions and outstanding issues across assigned posts.
  9. Use-of-force decision points — apply deductive reasoning to evaluate threshold criteria before escalating a response in a controlled correctional environment.
  10. Coordination with medical and mental health staff — facilitate timely inmate referrals by communicating observations clearly within an integrated facility team.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Complex inmate count discrepancies — investigate and resolve autonomously by cross-referencing movement logs, court schedules, and database records in a large correctional facility.
  2. Non-routine security incidents — manage full response cycle from initial notification through after-action documentation without supervisory direction on a multi-block unit.
  3. Institutional policy interpretation — apply nuanced judgment to ambiguous disciplinary situations ensuring consistent enforcement across diverse inmate populations.
  4. Emergency escape response — lead immediate search-and-containment actions, coordinate internal resources, and communicate with external law enforcement agencies during an active incident.
  5. Critical thinking in high-stress scenarios — assess competing information sources rapidly to make sound decisions that protect staff and inmate safety during facility emergencies.
  6. Mentorship of newer officers — guide probationary staff through count procedures and post protocols based on direct operational expertise in a correctional environment.
  7. Advanced inmate behavior analysis — synthesize observation data and psychological indicators to anticipate and prevent violent or disruptive events on the housing unit.
  8. Formal disciplinary hearing testimony — present clear, accurate oral and written accounts of rule violations before facility review boards in accordance with legal and regulatory standards.
  9. Interdepartmental coordination — serve as primary liaison between security, administration, and community reentry services to resolve multi-agency casework issues within a correctional institution.
  10. Technology-supported security monitoring — configure and interpret data queries from facility database systems to track inmate movement trends and flag anomalies across shifts.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Facility-wide security policy — develop, revise, and implement comprehensive institutional rules and procedures that align with legal mandates and best practices across an entire correctional organization.
  2. Strategic emergency preparedness — design and lead large-scale emergency response exercises, evaluating outcomes to drive continuous improvement in escape and disturbance protocols.
  3. Leadership development programs — create and deliver structured training curricula that build active listening, critical thinking, and decision-making competencies in correctional officers at all experience levels.
  4. Organizational culture of integrity — model and institutionalize dependability, self-control, and ethical conduct standards that set behavioral expectations across the full officer workforce.
  5. Cross-agency policy coordination — represent the facility in collaborative forums with law enforcement, courts, and public safety entities to align security regulations and information-sharing protocols.
  6. Performance management systems — establish key performance indicators for count accuracy, incident response times, and compliance rates, using data analysis to guide staffing and resource allocation decisions.
  7. Risk and threat assessment frameworks — lead the design of inductive and deductive reasoning tools used facility-wide to evaluate emerging security threats and inmate classification criteria.
  8. Legislative and regulatory advocacy — analyze proposed public safety and correctional law changes, advise senior government officials, and translate mandates into actionable institutional policy.
  9. Technology modernization initiatives — sponsor the evaluation and adoption of advanced database, surveillance, and communication technologies that elevate security operations across the correctional facility.
  10. Organizational resilience planning — direct long-term strategic planning for staffing continuity, succession in key security roles, and crisis management capacity throughout a correctional institution.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted procedure lookup — retrieves current launch and recovery checklists or regulatory summaries from an AI assistant to cross-check against posted instructions, while confirming accuracy against official publications.
Developing
  1. Situational monitoring support — feeds structured incident or count data into an AI tool to flag discrepancies in periodic personnel tallies, then personally verifies each result on the flight deck or in the assigned area Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Real-time anomaly flagging — directs an AI monitoring interface to surface out-of-tolerance conditions during aircraft launch and recovery sequences, retaining direct authority over all go/no-go decisions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. After-action documentation — delegates drafting of incident or emergency-response reports to an AI assistant using voice or written notes, then reviews and certifies every factual claim before submission Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Operational risk synthesis — integrates AI-generated pattern analysis across multiple recovery events to brief command staff on systemic safety gaps, applying personal domain judgment to validate and contextualize every AI-produced finding Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Protocol improvement direction — leads review of AI-flagged deviations from institutional rules and procedures, directing cross-functional teams to update standing orders while ensuring the AI serves as an evidence aggregator rather than a decision-maker WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 33
Augment share: 3.3%
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Active Listening
Score: 42.2 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication8 statements
Emerging
  1. Launch sequence terminology — uses standard hand signals and verbal commands during supervised aircraft handling operations on the flight deck Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Radio protocol fundamentals — transmits basic launch and recovery status updates over ship communication systems using correct call signs and brevity codes O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Crew coordination communication — relays real-time aircraft positioning and deck status to catapult and arresting gear crews using standardized phraseology under moderate operational tempo Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Incident reporting — documents equipment malfunctions and near-miss events in written maintenance and safety logs using accurate technical language O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-crew briefing delivery — briefs launch and recovery checklists to full deck crew teams before flight operations, ensuring procedural clarity across noisy flight deck environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emergency communication execution — transmits precise, calm emergency directives to deck crew and air traffic control during aircraft barrier engagements or bolter scenarios Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cross-functional operations communication — coordinates simultaneous communication between catapult crews, arresting gear teams, air bosses, and pilots during high-tempo surge flight operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Training communication leadership — develops and delivers standardized communication drills for new deck crew members, codifying best practices for flight deck voice and signal protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership8 statements
Emerging
  1. Team awareness development — observes senior petty officers directing aircraft spotting and chocking crews, identifying leadership techniques used during routine recovery evolutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Task accountability initiation — accepts assigned responsibilities for specific catapult or arresting gear stations and reports completion status to watch supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Small crew direction — directs a two- to four-person team through aircraft tow and spot operations, maintaining positional accountability throughout the evolution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Junior personnel mentorship — guides newly assigned aircrew handlers through launch sequence procedures, correcting unsafe behaviors before they escalate Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Watch section leadership — leads a full watch section through day and night flight operations, maintaining crew readiness, equipment checks, and procedural compliance without direct supervision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emergency evolution command — takes charge of crash and salvage response on the flight deck, directing crew positioning and equipment deployment during aircraft emergencies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Flight deck division leadership — manages multiple crew teams across catapult, arresting gear, and aircraft handling functions during sustained combat flight operations, balancing tempo with crew fatigue Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional standards stewardship — shapes watch standing culture by establishing and enforcing performance expectations that exceed minimum readiness requirements across the entire division Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural self-monitoring — identifies personal gaps in launch checklist execution during training evolutions and seeks correction from experienced crew supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning strategy selection — chooses between hands-on practice and written study to internalize catapult and arresting gear operating procedures based on personal learning patterns Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Performance reflection — reviews personal actions following a rejected launch or fouled deck event to identify decision points where judgment or positioning could have improved Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Skill gap identification — self-assesses readiness across assigned flight deck qualifications and initiates additional training reps before formal qualification boards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Operational self-regulation — monitors personal cognitive load during high-tempo flight operations and adjusts communication cadence and task sequencing to maintain accuracy under stress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. After-action self-evaluation — conducts structured personal debrief after each flight evolution, comparing actual performance against standard operating procedures and documenting lessons learned Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Crew metacognitive coaching — facilitates team debriefs that help junior specialists identify their own reasoning errors during launch and recovery evolutions rather than simply receiving corrective feedback Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Doctrine improvement through self-reflection — synthesizes personal performance patterns across multiple deployments to recommend updates to unit training plans and qualification standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking8 statements
Emerging
  1. Checklist verification — cross-checks catapult and arresting gear settings against published procedures to identify discrepancies before aircraft launch authorization Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Anomaly recognition — identifies visible equipment wear, hydraulic leaks, or incorrect aircraft configurations during pre-launch inspections and escalates findings to supervisors O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Abort decision support — evaluates incomplete launch conditions such as weight board errors or holdback bar mismatches and recommends abort or hold actions to the catapult officer Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk prioritization — assesses competing flight deck hazards during concurrent aircraft movements and determines sequencing that minimizes collision and jet blast exposure risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Dynamic hazard assessment — analyzes rapidly changing flight deck conditions including weather, aircraft emergencies, and crew positioning to execute or suspend recovery operations in real time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Equipment failure diagnosis — evaluates arresting gear wire tension inconsistencies, hydraulic pressure drops, and catapult steam pressure anomalies to isolate fault sources before next launch cycle O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Operational risk integration — synthesizes weather data, aircraft weight envelopes, deck status, and crew fatigue indicators to provide the Air Boss with a comprehensive launch feasibility assessment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedural gap analysis — critically evaluates existing launch and recovery checklists against observed failure modes and proposes evidence-based procedure revisions to the command safety office Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration8 statements
Emerging
  1. Cross-crew coordination initiation — works alongside catapult crew, plane directors, and ordnance handlers during supervised evolutions, following team cues to maintain deck flow Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Shared situational awareness — contributes personal station status updates to the collective picture held by the flight deck crew during aircraft spotting and launch preparation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Inter-station coordination — synchronizes catapult firing timing with arresting gear reset cycles and aircraft director signals to maintain continuous flight operations tempo Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emergency crew integration — integrates with crash and salvage teams during unplanned flight deck events, executing assigned roles without duplicating or conflicting with other responders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-division flight operations coordination — collaborates with aviation fuels, ordnance, and maintenance divisions to sequence aircraft through the launch and recovery cycle with minimal deck conflict Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Watch team cohesion maintenance — sustains team effectiveness across extended flight operations periods by redistributing tasks based on crew workload and fatigue levels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Joint task force deck operations collaboration — coordinates launch and recovery procedures with embarked air wing personnel, ship's company, and allied navy deck crews during multinational carrier operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-functional process improvement — leads collaborative working groups with maintenance, safety, and training departments to redesign flight deck crew positioning schemes that reduce hazard exposure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character8 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural integrity — follows all catapult and arresting gear safety procedures precisely as written, even when time pressure or peer behavior suggests shortcuts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability initiation — reports personal errors in aircraft handling or equipment configuration to supervisors without waiting to be discovered Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Safety culture reinforcement — corrects peers who bypass required aircraft chocking, chaining, or control surface check steps during pre-launch sequences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Uniform standards compliance — maintains personal equipment, protective gear, and watchstanding attire to published standards regardless of supervision level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ethical reporting under pressure — documents equipment failures and procedural deviations accurately in official maintenance and safety logs even when findings reflect negatively on the watch team Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Crew welfare advocacy — raises crew fatigue and safety concerns through proper channels during high-tempo operations when crew endurance limits are being approached Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Command integrity modeling — demonstrates consistent ethical decision-making during ambiguous operational situations, establishing a standard that subordinates reference when facing their own dilemmas Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability culture building — institutionalizes a no-blame reporting environment within the division that increases near-miss reporting rates and drives down preventable flight deck mishaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Adaptive problem recognition — identifies when standard aircraft spotting configurations are not feasible due to deck damage or equipment unserviceability and flags the need for alternative solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Alternative approach suggestion — proposes modified chocking or tie-down arrangements when standard equipment is unavailable, seeking supervisor approval before implementation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Improvised recovery adaptation — develops modified arresting gear engagement procedures for non-standard aircraft or emergency-configuration landings within the bounds of authorized contingency plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Training scenario design — creates realistic drill scenarios for junior crew members that replicate low-probability, high-consequence flight deck emergencies not covered by standard training packages Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Deck configuration innovation — redesigns aircraft spot plans under constrained deck space conditions to enable maximum sortie generation while maintaining safe separation standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Contingency procedure development — drafts locally developed workaround procedures for recurring equipment anomalies that fall outside existing technical manual coverage, coordinating validation with maintenance officers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Operational concept contribution — contributes novel flight deck crew positioning and sequencing concepts to wing-level doctrine reviews that improve launch cycle time without increasing mishap risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-platform adaptation leadership — develops launch and recovery procedures for newly embarked aircraft types not covered by existing carrier air wing directives, drawing on engineering data and operational experience Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset8 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — receives corrective direction from catapult officers and deck supervisors during qualification training without defensive response, immediately adjusting technique Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Challenge acceptance — volunteers for additional watch standing and equipment qualification opportunities beyond minimum requirements during initial assignment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Qualification pursuit — independently prepares for advanced flight deck qualifications by studying technical manuals and soliciting mentorship from qualified senior personnel between assigned watch rotations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Setback recovery — resumes normal watch standing performance after a failed qualification board by identifying specific knowledge gaps and constructing a targeted remediation plan Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Continuous improvement orientation — seeks post-deployment lessons learned from other carrier air wings and integrates applicable improvements into the unit's launch and recovery training program Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-rating skill development — pursues collateral qualifications in adjacent flight deck specialties such as plane director or aircraft director to increase overall crew flexibility and personal deployability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture leadership — builds a division culture where qualification attainment is celebrated and knowledge sharing between experienced and junior crew members is a daily expectation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Doctrine evolution contribution — synthesizes operational lessons from multiple deployments into formal after-action reports that drive updates to Navy flight deck training curricula Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness8 statements
Emerging
  1. Attention anchoring — maintains focused situational awareness on assigned station responsibilities during flight operations rather than allowing attention to drift to non-assigned deck activity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress recognition — identifies personal signs of task saturation during high-tempo launch cycles and uses pre-briefed crew communication protocols to request task redistribution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Noise environment focus — sustains accurate signal and verbal communication performance on the flight deck despite sustained jet noise, wind, and visual clutter throughout extended flight operations periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation under urgency — maintains controlled, methodical execution of emergency checklist steps during aircraft barrier engagements rather than responding with reactive improvisation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Sustained vigilance management — maintains peak observation quality during long night recovery evolutions by applying structured attention cycling techniques across assigned deck zones Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Intentional decision pacing — inserts deliberate pause before authorizing catapult launch to verify all signals, weight settings, and deck clear conditions are confirmed rather than reacting to perceived tempo pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Crew mindfulness facilitation — coaches watch team members in attention management techniques that sustain individual performance through twelve-hour flight operations cycles without degradation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic distraction mitigation — identifies environmental and procedural conditions on the flight deck that chronically fragment crew attention and proposes design changes to reduce cognitive interference during critical evolution phases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude8 statements
Emerging
  1. Adverse condition persistence — continues assigned launch and recovery duties through ship motion, extreme weather exposure, and high noise environments without abandoning station Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Uncertainty tolerance — maintains procedural composure when aircraft emergencies create ambiguous deck conditions that do not match trained scenarios Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Sustained operational endurance — performs launch and recovery duties at full effectiveness across multi-day high-tempo flight operations with limited rest periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Post-mishap recovery — returns to full watch standing performance following a flight deck accident or near-miss event after completing required safety debriefs and psychological support processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Combat environment resilience — sustains launch and recovery operations proficiency during deployed combat missions where threat awareness, sleep deprivation, and continuous sortie generation create compounding stress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Moral courage in safety enforcement — halts an impending launch or recovery evolution when safety conditions are not met, accepting command friction rather than allowing an unsafe operation to proceed Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Crew resilience modeling — demonstrates visible composure and mission focus during the most adverse operational conditions, providing an anchor for junior crew members experiencing distress or decision paralysis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational adversity navigation — sustains division performance and morale through extended high-operations-tempo deployments, personnel shortfalls, and equipment degradation by adapting resource allocation and maintaining crew commitment to mission Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Maintenance Technician · Aircraft Launch and Recovery Technician · Arresting Gear Operator · Aviation Boatswain's Mate · Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Launching & Recovery Equipment · C-13 Catapult Operator · Expeditionary Airfield Systems Technician
RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCoordination
Knowledge domains
Public Safety and SecurityEnglish LanguageLaw and GovernmentCustomer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingAdministration and ManagementPsychologyComputers and Electronics
Abilities
Problem SensitivityOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningNear Vision
Work styles
DependabilityIntegrityStress ToleranceSelf-ControlCautiousnessAttention to Detail
Technology
Data base user interface and query softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwarePresentation softwareWord processing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Take, receive, or check periodic inmate counts.
  2. Maintain order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations,
  3. Maintain knowledge of, comply with, and enforce all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations
  4. Respond to emergencies, such as escapes.
CIP education codes
29.0401

Sources: O*NET v30.2 (CC BY 4.0), SkillsCrosswalk.com, LER.me, Anthropic Economic Index, SAFI (Jadhav & Danve, 2026), WEF Skills Taxonomy 2021, Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework. © 2026 EBSCOed.