Jlrmed Forces Career Fields Armed 'Jorces Career :Jields Armed Forces career, or occupational, fields, described in this chapter can be defined as groups of related jobs in which enlisted personnel are trained and then employed as specialists, The services list a total of 254 occupational fields -Army, 73; Navy, 68; Air Force, 47; Marine Corps, 37; and Coast Guard, 31. However, these num-bers do not mean that there are 254 distinctly different fields from which a potential service· man has to choose, for a number of the fields listed by any one service can be found in other services, with little or no difference in terms of training or skills, or even of duties. Career fields open to women are not listed separately, but are indicated by a (W) iu the column headed CAREER FIELDS. U.S. Army Career 'Jields _~t~~!~~~cA-11 m Career Fields Duties nn1l nesponslbllitles (luulith•atioml Rclate11 Clvilinn Jobs Personnel perform actual Participation in high school There are no comparable combat tasks involving em- team sports, automotive shops civilian jobs in the infantry ployment of individual crew- and mechanical drawing· would aspects of this MOS. Specific served w e a p on s , including be helpful in the infantry field. military knowledges are ac-~:my rifles, mortars, and tank des- quired by working with weap-o. 11 troying missiles, install and ons, vehicles, communication nfantry-Armor operate and maintain tanks, equipment, and military maps personnel carriers, armored re- in the field. A1·mor aspects connaissance vehicles, vehicle of this MOS are contained in mounted guns, and related fire such !'elated civilian jobs as: control equipment. armament mechanic, automo-tive mechanic, tractor opera-tor or mechanic, scraper op-erator, and heavy truck driver. ~~my Combat eng·ineers perform Knowledg·e gaint!d in high Some civilian jobs closely such construction and main- school automotive mechanics, related to work in the combat ~.o. 12 tenance functions as building carpentry and woodworking, engineering field are: blaster, rc,;ombat roads and bridges, operating and mechanical drawing and construction equipment opera-Engineerintr powered bridges, laying out drafting courses would be use- tor, construction foreman, mine fields, errecting tempor- ful in the eombat eng·ineel'ing· bridge repairman, and I urn-ary shelters, setting up camou- field. berman. flage and demolition. Operate and maintain guns, Artillerymen need mechani- Some related civilian jobs howitzers, rockets, rock e t cal and spatial relations apti- are: cartographic aid, junior launchers and auxiliary equip- tudes, arithmetic reasoning, draftsman, assistant surveyor, ment, prepare operations and good vision, and stamina. surveyor, cartographer sur-Army situation maps, compute firing Courses in mathematics, me- veyor, map and topographical No. 13 data for artillery guns, oper- chanics, and mechanical draft- workman. Field Cannon ate and maintain automatic ing would be helpful. jA~d Rocket weapons, and drive heavy rti11ery wheel and track vehicles. Personnel emplace launches; Requires reading and vocab- Some related civilian jobs Army assemble maintain, and pre- ulary aptitude to absorb and are: draftsman, map and topo-No. 15 pare missiles for firing; plan comprehend technical data, graphical workman, cartog-Field Artillery and organize local defense; op- arithmetic reasoning, and me- rapher, surveyor, and radar Missiles erate and maintain missile and chanica! ability. operator. launcher carriers and join war-head to missile, and assist in planning missile firing opera-tion. -1-Career Fields Army No. 16 Air Defense Missiles Army No. 17 Combat Surveillance and Target Operations (W) Army No. 21 Ballistic Missile Electronic Maintenance (W) Army No. 22 Guided Missile Electronic Maintenance (W) Army No. 23 Missile Fire Control Electronic Maintenance (W) Army No. 24 Air Defense Missile Eledronics Army No. 25 Fire Distribution Systems Repair Army No. 26 Microwave Maintenance Army No.27 Combat Missile Electronics Mainteuance Duties and Responalbllltles Specia1ists check and fire missiles, perform missile as-sembly, and control fire con-trol equipment such as radars, computers, automatic data transmission systems, and as-sociated power supply equip-ment, operate and maintain air defense weapons. Specialists prepare and re-vise operation and situation maps, compute firing data for artillery equipment, partici-pate in s u r v e y s, operate ground and aerial radars, field illumination, sound and flash ranging equipment. Specialists inspect, te.st, re-pair and maintain ballistic missile systems and associated test equipment; repair or re-move and replace malfunction-ing components and assem-blies; and assemble and dis-assemble baUistic missiles. Technicians inspect, test, repair and maintain guided missile launching control equipment and internal con-trol devices that direct and control missiles from takeoff to target. Technicians inspect, test, maintain and repair guided missile fire control equipment and related radar installations which guide missiles to target. Technicians inspect, test, maintain and repair air de-fense missile fire control equip-ment and related radar equip-ment. Technicians maintain and repair electronic equipment of fire distribution systems asso-ciated with air defense mis-siles. Specialists install, operate, repair and maintain microwave radio equipment, radar sys-tems, electronic navigation equipment, and TV transmit-ting and receiving equipment. Specialists inspect, t e s t, maintain and repair tactical missile sYstems equipment and related checkout equipment omd tr.ainers. Qualifications Requires mechanical and vocabulary aptitude, and arithmetic reasoning. Requires night vision for occupation of sites at nig·ht. Requires mechanical and spatial relations aptitudes, arithmetic reasoning, good vision, and stamina. Courses in mathematics, mechanics, electricty and mechanical drafting would be helpful. High school courses in mathematics, physics, electric-ity, and electronics (radio and TV) would be preparation for Army school training in this field. As in other electronics fields, high school courses in mathematics, physics, electric-ity, and electronics are im-portant. As in other electronics fields, high school courses in mathematics, physics, electri-city and electronics are im-portant. Knowledge gained in high school mathematics, physics, electricity, electronics (radio & TV) and blueprint reading would be of value. Knowledge gained in high school mathematics, physics, electricity, electronics (radio & TV) and blueprint reading would be of value. Knowledge gained in high school mathematics, physics, electricity, electronics (radio & TV), and blueprint read-ing courses would be useful. Knowledge gained in high school mathematics, physics, electricity, electronics (radio & TV) and blueprint reading would be of value. Related Clvllhm Jobs Some related civilian jobs are: draftsman, map and topo-graphical workman, carto-grapher surveyor, and radar operator. Some related civilian jobs are: draftsman, map and top-ographical workman, carto-grapher, surveyor, electrician and radar operator. Some related civilian jobs are: electronic equipment tech-nician, radar instaHer and op-erator, TV service & repair-man. and guided missile sys-tems repair. Some related civilian jobs are: electronic equipment technician. radar installer and operator, radio operator and repairman, and guided missile systems inspectot· (government). Some related civilian jobs are: radio installation and re-pair inspector, electronic equipment technician, radio & TV repairman. Some related civilian jo~s are: radio electrician and me-chanic, TV service and repair-man. Some related civilian jobs are: radio electrician and me-chanic, TV & radio repairman, radar installer and operator and electronic equipment in-spector. Some related jobs are: radio electrician and mechanic, TV service & repairman and elec-tronic equipment inspector. Some related civilian jobs are: radio electrician and me chanic, TV service and repair man. -2-Career Fields Army l!':.o. 31 ;•ield Communication.<:: l~ .. quipment II!'~!lintenance (W) Army No. 32 ~ixed Plant ~om,munications l'..iqUlpment Maintenance (W) Army No, 33 Intercept Equipment Maintenance Army No. 34 Data Processing Equipment Maintenance (W) Dutie-s and Responslbllltles Specialists install and main-tain Army field telephone systems, operate field tele-phone switchboards, install and maintain field radio com-munications equipment, and maintain drone aircraft con· trol systems. Specialists install and main-tain fixed-station radio receiv-ing, transmitting, carrier and terminal equipment. Specialists install, operate and maintain intercept equip-ment, and maintain electronic measuring and testing equip-ment and devices. Specialists perform mainte-nance, repair, inspection, tests, and modifications of electrical accounting equip-ment and electronic computers. Qualifications High school courses in mathematics and physics and shop courses in electricity would be helpful. High school courses in elec-tricity, mathematics, electron-ics, and blueprint reading would be helpful. High school courses in mathematics, physics, electri-city, electronics (radio & TV), and blueprint reading would be helpful. High school courses in mathematics, physics and shop courses in electricity and blue-print reading would be useful. Related Clvlllnn ,Jobs Some closely related ci-vilian jobs are: aircraft radio electrician, communications engineer assistant, plant wire-man, and aircraft radio elec-trician. Some related civilian jobs at·e: radio controlroom techni-cian, radio Control op~rator, radio mechanic, transmitter attendant, and radio & TV repairman. Some reb.ted civilian jobs are: ra..:· electrician electri-cal instrument mechanic, me~ teorological instrument repair-man, and electronic equipment inspector. Some related civilian jobs are: electrical repairman, elec-tronics technician, tabulation equipment and statistical ma-chine serviceman. Army Specialists repair and main- High school courses in elec- Some closely t·elated civil-No. 35 tain electrical/electronic, and tricity/electronics repair; ian jobs are: electrical l'epair-Electrical/ other medical equipment; me- blueprint reading, mathemat- man, electronics technician, Electronic teorological measuring equip- ics and physics would be electronic equipment inspector, Devices ment; and testing equipment useful. and meteorological instrument Repairman associated with nuclear weap- Tepairman. j.;(:.;W;_:):_ ___ _._;::on:::s::... ----···------1-----------+-----------1 Specialists install, maintain, and repair telephone wires and cables;· install and maintain telephones, main frames, pan-els, switchboards, generators, batteries, ringing machines and other similar equipment. Army No. 36 Wire Maintenance (W) Army No. 41 Precision Devices (W) Army No. 42 Prosthetic Appliances (W) Army No. 43 Textile and Leather Repair (W) Army No. 44 Metal Workin~ -3-Skilled specialists repair instruments with optical, me-chanical and electrical ele-ments used for office machine, photographic, artillery remote fire-control, and topographic surveying purposes. Skilled specialists make, re-pair, and adjust orthopedic devices of metal, plastic, wood, leather and other material; make and repair dental prosthetic appliances; and grind and prepare prescription lenses. Skilled specialists repair and fabricate textile, canvas, and leather equipment; repair and pack cargo and personnel parachutes. Metal workers install and repair metal body components, radiators fuel tanks, and re-lated items; forge, weld, and fabricate parts for metal mili-tary equipment. High school courses in mathematics, electricity, and blueprint reading would be of value. High school courses in mathematics. physics, electric-ity, machine shop, blueprint reading, and mechanical draw-ing would be beneficial. High school courses in mathematics, physics, machine shop, carpentry and woodwork-ing would provide useful knowledge. Vocational high school courses such as blueprint read-irig, electricity, machine shop, textiles , carpentry and wood-working would be useful. Vocational high school courses in blueprint reading, machine shop, metal working, automotive mechanics, me-chanical drawing and dr~.dting;, and basic mathematics would be useful. Some closely related civil-Han jobs are: telephone instal-ler, repairman, cable splicer wire chief, radio electrician, l'adio mechanic, telephone electrician, and wire communi-cations equipment repairman. Some civilian jobs related to work in this field are: opti~ cal instrument repairman.. camera repairman, office ma-chine repairman, and meteor-ological repairman. Examples of related civilian jobs are: dental technician, optician, orthopedic technician, lens grinder, dental ceramist, and optical element inspector. Some closely related civilian jobs are: automobile upholster-er, parachute rigger, and fur· niture repairman. Some closely related ci-vilian jobs are: welder, shee metal worker, machinist, automobile body repairman, motal finishe1', and machine shop foreman. Cart>er Fl~hla Army No. 45 Armament Maintenance Army No. 46 Missile Mechanical Maintenance (W) Army No. 51 Construction and Utilities Army ~0. 52 Power Production and Distribution W) Army No. 53 ndustrial Gas Production ~~my ~.!?· 54 ~.hemical (W) Army r:-ro. 55 Ammunition ~~my t::O· 57 ~eneral puty Duties and ltt'&ponslbllltl~s Armament maintenance men repair and rebuild a wide variety of weapons used by the infantry~armor-artillery combat team, ranging from small arms and missile sys~ tems to heavy artillery. Specialists maintain and re-pair guided missile mechanical assemb1ies and components; assemble, modify, and oversee nuclear weapons mechanical components and associated equipment. Personnel in this field per-form duties as construction and utilities workers, carpen-ters, masons, camouflage spe~ cialists, pipeline specialists, soils analysts, construction foremen, heating and ventilat-ing specialists, plumbers, re-frigeration specialists, fire-fighters, water supply spe-cialists, utilities foremen, ter-rain analysts, and structure specialists. Specialists operate and maintain stationary and port-able power generating equip-ment; repair electric motors and generators, and remote control and power equipment. Technicians operate and perform operator maintenance on plants that manufacture gaseous oxygen nitrogen, acetylene, ca1·bon dioxide, dry ice, and hydrogen; and oper-ate auxiliary storage, handling and transport equipment. Chemical specialists pro-vide decontamination service after chemical, biological, or radiological attacks, produce smoke for battlefield conceal-ment, repair chemical equip-ment and assist in overall planning of chemical, biologi-cal, or radiological activities. Ammunition specialists re-condition and salvage ammu-nition and explosives; locate, remove and destroy or salvage unexploded, spent bombs and missiles; handle and store ex-plosives and components. Personnel perform such duties as: unskilied labor in service and support companies and labor pools, railway sec-tion foremen, duty foremen, tire repairmen, foundry men, sawyers, laundry and impreg~ nation specialists, and graves registration specialists. Qunllflcntlon11 Preparation for training and work in this field should in-clude high school courses in mathematics, physics, blue-print reading, machine shop, and automotive mechanics. High school courses in math-ematics, physics, electricity, automotive mechanics, and blueprint reading would he of use. Courses in carpentry and woodworking, masonry, sheet metal working, mechanical drawing and drafting, blue-print reading, and geology could be put to direct use in the construction activity. Knowledge gained in chemis-try, electricity, blueprint read-ing, sheet metal working, plumbing, and refrigeration courses would be beneficial in utilities activity. Some mechanical ability, good powers of concentration, good reasoning ability and ex-ceptional manual dexterity are important. Courses in elec-tricity and blueprint reading would be helpfuL Any knowledge of labor a-tory work that the person entering this field is able to bring with him would be help-ful. School courses in mathe-matics, physics, and chemis-try would be beneficiaL High school courses in bi-ology, chemistry, and elec-tricity would provide back-ground for Army technical training. Mechanical aptitude, atten-tiveness, good near vision, normal color discrimination, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination. Vary with each job. Related Civilian ,Juh" Some c1ose1y related civilian jobs are: gunsmith, firearms assembly foreman, armorer, armament mechanic and ma-chinist, ordnance inspector, rigger, electrical test and in-strument repair. Some closely related civilian jobs are: rigger, electronic equipment repairman, ord-nanceman, guided missile in-spector, and electrical instru-ment repairman. Some related civilian jobs are: bricklayer, carpenter, rig-ger, structural steel worker, blaster, pipeline worker, con· struction foreman, plumber, pipe fitter, refrigeration me-chanic, air-conditioning me-chanic, sheet metal worker, and waterworks foreman. Some related civilian jobs are: electrician, electric motor repairman, electrical appliance serviceman, lineman, poWer plant operator, and generating station foreman. Some c1osely related ci-vilian jobs include: acetylene, nitrogen. oxygen, carbon di-oxide, and chemical plant operator as well as operating engineer, oxygen and/or acet-ylene gas. Civilian jobs related to work in the chemical field are: laboratory assistant (bio· logical, chemical, or radio-logical) pump man and repair-man (chemical}, and extermi-nator. Civilian jobs related to work in the ammunition field are: Toxic chemical handler, am-munition inspector, and acid plant operator. Civilian jobs are similar ex-cept for graves registration personnel who collect, identify, evacuate, and bury deceased military personnel. Civilian jobs related to this are: em-balmer, funeral attendent, and identification clerk. -4-Cnrt>er Fields ~:my o. 61 arine Operation!i and Maintenance ~~my ~0, 62 Engineer Heavy Equipment Operation and IM~intenance Army No. 63 Automotive Maint('llance (W) Army No. 64 Motor Transport (W) Anny No. 65 Railway Maintenance and Operation Army No. 67 Aircraft Maintenance Army No. 68 Aircraft Components. Uepair Army No. 71 Administration (W) -5-Dttti<'ll and Uesponslbilltl('s Personnel perform deck and engineering duties aboard har-bor and landing craft; l.'epair wood and steel hulls and ma-rine engines. Maintenance men repair and service construction machinery such as graders, cranes, and tractors; repair diesel engines, fuel-injection systems, and auxilia1·y motors; operation of construction machinery such as road paving equipment, cranes, tractors, graders and auxilia1·y equipment. Automotive maintenance men service and repair land and amphibious wheeled and track vehicles ranging from cars and light trucks to heavy tanks and self-propelled weap-ons; install and repah· refrig·-eration, bakery and laundry equipment. Motor transpot·t personnel operate and service automo-biles, light and heavy trucks, tractor-trailers, tank trans-pOlters, and amphibious wheeled vehicles. Railway maintenance and operations specialists service and repair steam locomotives, boilers, and engines; diesel-electric locomotives, engines, and electncal systems; and air brake systems; operate steam and diesel-electric locomotives; perform train crew duties; and plan the movement placement, pickup, and receipt of railway cars. Aircraft mainte11ance men service and perform general maintenance on fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, oper-ate aircraft weapon systems, and serve as flying Crew Chiefs. Aircraft components repair-men service and repair air-craft components and systems; repair fuel systems, power trains, allied equipment, in-struments, and instrument systems; inspect, test, antl repair aircraft electrical sys-tems. and Responslbllltle11 Personnel in this field use equipment and supplies such as microscopes, chemicals, test tubes and distillation ap~ paratus in conducting· labora-tory analyses of human speci-mens, petroleum products, and chemical, biological and radio· logical elements. Conh'ols talte off and land-ing of aircraft, operates flight simulator for aviation pilot training, makes observations and provides meteorological data, and operates microbal'O-graph and countermeasure equipment. Food service personnel serve as cooks, bakers, and meat cutters. Through ex-perience, demonsti·ated ability, and promotion, personnel reach supervisory positions in food service field. Military police guard mili-tary prisoners and prisoners of war, enforce military order, control traffic, and investigate crimes involving military per-sonnel. Intelligence specialists g·ath-er, translate, correlate, and interpret all kinds of informa-tion, including; photographs, having any bearing on military plans and operations. Field includes such jobs as divers, dog trainers, special duty assignments, recruiter and career counselors and drill sergeants. Field includes such Jobs a~ electrical-electronic engineer-ing assistants, mechanical en-gineering assistant, civil engineering assistants, mathe-matics-statistics assistants, chemical engineering assist~ ants, biological sciences assist-ants and personnel psycholog·y specialists. Bandsmen perform duties as musicians in unit and special bands and drum and bugle corps; may advance to enlisted or assistant bandleader as enw listed man or to bandmaster as warrant officer. Special services specialists organize and conduct recrea~ tion, entertainment, and ath-letic programs. Qu{ll(flcatlons Studying such high school subjects as hygiene, biology, physics, chemistry, and math e. matics would be good prepara-tion for A1•my training and work in this field. Vary with job performed. Courses in science, chemistry, physics and mathematics pro-vide a good background for further Army training and experience. Emotional sta-bility, deciisiveness, and clear speech are required in con~ trolling air traffic. Students who have taken courses in home economics, chemishy, or hygiene, or who have worked in school kitch-ens, a restaurant, bake shop, or meat market, will find such experience of value. Students who have studied sociology, and demonstrated prowess and leadership in ath-letics and other group work will find such experience quite helpful. High school courses in Eng-lish composition, typing, for-eign languages, economics, geog1·aphy, and history \Vould be of particular value. Vary with each job. Val'y with eac.:h job. A back-ground in science, biology, chemistry, physics, mathemat-ics and psychology is required. While the Army provides training for bandsmen, it re-quires that personnel entering· the field have a minimum of two years prior experience in playing one of the bmss, wood~ wind, or percussion instru-ments. School cou1·ses in speech, dramatics, music, art, library science, and physical education as well as any practical E'.X-~~~~Sc~e jf dht~c~s~al~~~jects Rehttccl Civilian Job~> Civilian jobs related to work in this field include: biological laboratory assistant, petrole-um tester, chemical laboratory assistant, and food laboratory testing assistant. Civilian jobs closely related to work in this field are: con-trol tower operator, link train-er instructor, radio operator and weather observer. Civilian jobs related to work in this field are: cook,. chef, executive chef, caterer, baker, meat cutter, butcher, kitchen superyisor, and cafete1·ia man-ag-el'. Civilian jobs closely related to work in this field include: policeman, plant guard, detec-tive, investigator, crime detec-tion laboratory assistant, and ballistic expert. Some related civilian jobs are: investigator, interprete1', cartographic aid, files search-er, translator, records analyst, research worke1·, and intelli~ g·ence analyst (government). Some related civilian jobs are: dog breeder, salesman, promotional aid, personnel and employment technician, diver, and diver helper. Civilian jobs related to work in this field are: electrical en-gineer, mathematician, statis~ tician, physicist, chemist, chemical engineer, pharma-cologist, biologist, and psy~ chologist. Some closely related civilian jobs are: bandsman, bandmas-ter, musician, accompanist, arranger, music director, or-chestrator, music teacheJ', and orchestra leader. Some typical civilian jobs related to work in this field are: recreation director, ath-letic coach or director, librar-ian, and radio announcer. Career Fields Duties and ReHponsibJiltles Qualifications Related Civilian Jobs Army Personnel in this field per- High school courses in English Civilian jobs related to work No. 04 form duties as translators and composition, typing, foreign in this field are: translator and Linguists interpreters. languages, economics, geo- interpreter. (W) graphy, and history would be of_ ~rticular value. Radio code operators trans- Students who have studied Some closely related civilian Army mit and receive messages, by typing and other commercial jobs are: radio operator, code No. 05 key or voice, on low or inter- subjects, or who have had clerk (government), radiotele-~-~dio Code mediate radio nets and radio practical radio or teletype ex- graph operator, airline radio (W) teletype equipment. perience, would find such operator, and radio news copy-training and experience quite man. useful. Navy--Coast Quard Career 3ields Career Fields Navy, & Coast Guard No.1 Boatswain's Mate Navy & Coast Guard No.2 Quartermaster Navy & Coast Guard No.3 Radarman Navy & Coast Guard No.4 Sonarman Navy No.5 Signalman Duties and Responsibilities Boatswain's mates perform almost any task connected with seamanship, including operation of smalJ boats, storing cargo, handling ropes and lines, navigation, and di-recting the work of deck force . pe1·sonnei. Quartermasters perform or assist in performing jobs re-lated to the navigation of ships, steering, lookout super-vision, ship-control, bridge-watch duties, visual communi-cations, and maintenance of navigation aids. Radarmen operate and per-form upkeep on search radar, electronic recognition and identification equipment, con-trolled approach devices, elec-tronic aids to navigation, and radar countermeasures equip-ment. Sonarmen operate electronic underwater detection and at-tack apparatus and obtain and interpret information there-from for tactical purposes. They perform upkeep of under-water sound detection equip-ment. Signalmen send and receive messages by flashing Jight, semaphore, and flag hoist; handle, route and file mes-sages; code and decode mes~ sage headings; operate voice radio; and maintain visual signal equipment. """'o~• Qu~tllfl.,.ntlons An important qualification for boatswain's mates is leadership. They must be physically strong. A school course in practical arithmetic is highly desirable, and courses in algebra, geometry, and physics are helpful. Quartermasters need good vision and hearing and should be able to express themselves clearly, both in writing and speaking. School courses in public speaking, grammar, geometry, and physics are helpful. Radar duties require pro. longed attention and mental alertness. Physics, a good background in mathematics, and shop courses in radio and electricity are helpful. Ex-perience in radio repair or ham radio is valuable. Sonarmen must have nor-mal hearing, and clear speak~ ing voices. School courses in algebra, geometry, physics, electricity, and shopwork are desirable. Experience as an amateur radio operator is helpful. Signalmen need good vision and hearing and should be able to express themselves clearly, both in writing and speaking. School courses in public speaking, grammar, and English are desirable. Relnted ClviJLm Johs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by boatswain's mates are: motor-boat operator, tugboat captain, pier superintendent, able sea-man, canvas worker,, rigger, and cargo winchman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by quartermasters are: second mate, third mate, and quarter-master aboard merchant ships; deck cadet, and file clerk (drawings, charts, graphs, etc.). Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by radarmen are: radio operator (aircraft, ship, government service, radio broadcasting), radar equipment foreman, and controlwroom man (radio broadcasting). Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by sonarmen are: oil well sound-ing device operator, radio op-erator. inspector of electronic assembly. and electronics technician. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performec! by signalmen are: second mate, third mate, and signalman aboard merchant ships; deck cadet. and jobs involving the use of visual communicationJ: equipment. -8-i '· I Career Fields Navy No.6 Torpedoman's Mate Navy No.7 Mineman Navy & Coast Guard No.8 G·~nner's Matt> Navy & Coast Guard No.9 Fire Control Technician Navy No. 10 !1-issile T~chnician Navy No. 11 Gunner's l\late Technician Navy & Coast Guard No. 12 Electronics Technician (W) Coast Guard No. 13 Telephone Technician Navy No. H Instrumt>ntman (W) -9-DutiE's ond Rt>spouslbllltles Torpedomen's mates main-tain and overhaul torpedoes and depth charges; maintain and repair ordnance launching equipment; and launch and recover torpedoes. Minemen test, maintain, and repair mines, components, and mine laying equipment. This work includes testing and ad-justing firing mechanisms and installing detonators. Gunner's mates operate, maintain, and repair small arms, rocket launchers, guns, mounts, and turrets including the electi·ical, mechanical and hydraulic systems involved. They supervise the stowage of ammunition. Fire control t~chnicians op-erate, maintain and repair highly complicated electronic, electrical and mechanical equipment used to compute and nsolve the many factors which influence the accuracy of naval gunfire. Missile technicians perform a variety of duties in connec-tion with internal guidance and control systems of sur-face-launched missiles. They operate and repair all missile testil}_g equipment. Gunner's mate technicians store, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, repair, and package nuclear weapons, components, and associated equipment. They also assemble, disassem-ble, and salvage nuclear wea-pons. Electronics technicians main-tain and repair all electronic equipment on their own ship or station including l'adio, radar, and sonar equipment used for communications, de-tection, ranging, recognition, and counter-measures. These teehnicians instal}, operate, maintain, and repair all telephone, telegraph, and teletype equipment: switch-boards, public address sys-tems, and inter-office com-munications systems. Insb·umentmen work from blueprints and schematic drawing·s to install, overhaul, and repair mechanical instru-ments such as meters, gauges, office machines, watches, and clocks. Q1udlficatlons Torpedomen's mates should possess a high degree of me-chanical and electrical apti-tude. School courses in elec-tricity, machine shop, welding, mechanical drawing, and in practical and shop mathe-matics are desirable. Minemen should possess a high degree of mechanical ap-titude. School courses in electricity, machine shop work, welding, mechanical drawing, and practical and shop mathematics are desir-able. Gunner's mates should pos-sess a high degree of aptitude for mechanical work School courses in arithmetic, shop mathematics, e 1 e c t ric it y, physics, and shopworh: pro-vide a desirable educational background. Fire control technicians must be able to perform fine, detailed work. They need to become well qualified th1·ough extensive training in mathe-matics, electronics, electricity, and mechanics. Missile technicians must have a high degree of me-chanical aptitude and manual dexterity. School courses in electricity, electronics, mathe-matics, and physics provide a helpful background. Gunnel''s mate technicians must be above the average in general learnir.g ability and must possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude and man-ual dexterity. School courses in science, mathematics, and physics are helpful. Electronics technicians must possess aptitude for fine, detailed, mechanical work. Sehool courses in 1·adio, elec-tricity, physics, algebra, trig;-onometry, and Rhop is of great value. These men should possess special aptitude for work of an electrical and mechanical nature, and for the use of numbers in practical prob-lems. Previous electrical ex-perience is invaluable. Instrumentmen must have sufficient dexterity to do fine, detailed work. School courses in blueprint reading and prac-tical experience in repairing typewriters or other office machines are valuable. ltelated Clvlltan ,Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by torpedomen's mates are: ord-nance foreman, gyroscope as-sembly supervisor, small parts assembler, ordnanceman, and those in connection with the handling of ammunition. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by minemen are: mine-assembly supervisor, ordnanceman, mine assembler, ammunition fore-man (ammunition, ex p 1 o-sives), and powderman (am-munition). Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by gunner's mates are: ammuni-tion foreman, firearms assem-bler, firearms inspector, gun-smith, machinist, armorer, locksmith, and shell assem-bler. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by fire control technicians are: electrical repairman, l'adar equipment foreman, radio equipment assembler, and in-strument repai1•man. Some civilian jobs closely l'elated to those performed by missile technicians are: radio mechanic, radio investigator, television-installation m an, electric-motor repairman, and radio repairman. Related civilian jobs have not been clearly established; however it can be presumed that there are several in de-fense industries. Some civilian jobs closely l'elated to those performed by electronics technicians are: electronics foreman, radar re-}lait·man, radio mechanic, radio l'eiJairman, electrical repair-man, and inspector of elec. tronic assemblies. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by telephone technicians are: electrician, electrical equip-ment inspector, and many which are in the civilian field of telephonic communications. Some civilian jobs closely 1·elated to those performed by instrumentmen are: watch-maker, machinist, instrument maker, lens grinder, tool in-speetor, offiee machines me-ehanic, and tool clerk. Cnrcer I•"lelds Navy No. 15 Optica)man (W) Navy & Coast Guard No. 16 Radioman (W) Navy No. 17 Communications Technician (W) Navy & Coast Guard No. 18 Yeoman (W) Navy No. 19 Personnel Man (W) Navy No. 20 Data Processing Technician (W) Navy & Coast- Guard No. 21 Storekeeper (W) Navy No. 22 Disbursing Clerk (W) Duties and RefiJJOnsibllltles Opticalmen maintain, over-haul, and repair equipment such as binoculars, sextants, drafting machines, optical gunsights, and turret and sub-marine periscopes - all of which are scientifically accu-rate instruments. Radiomen operate radios, radio direction finders, tele-typewriters, electronic coun-termeasures, and facsimile equipment. They transmit and receive messages by In-ternational Morse Code. Communications technicians perform specialized duties in connection with communica-tions research and engineer-ing, including analysis and operation of communications systems and equipment now in use. Yeomen perform clerical and secretal"ial duties involv-ing typing, filing, operating office duplicating equipment, preparing and routing corres-pondence and reports, and maintaining records and offi-cial publications. Personnel men recommend school and work assignment£ in the Navy on the basis of information they obtain from interviews, test, and previous records. They analyze, evalu-ate, and classify Navy jobs. Data processing technicians operate and maintain key-punching and key-verifying equipment to record statisti-cal data on tabulating cards. Included are machines such as sorters, ~ollators, reproducers, and tabulating printers. Storekeepers order, receive, store, inventory, and issue clothing, foodstuffs, mechani-cal equipment and other items. Coast Guard storekeepers also have the. duties of Navy dis-bursing clerks. Disbursing clerks compute the amount of pay due naval personnel, prepare payrolls and keep pay records. They also pro~::ess claims of naval personnel for expenses incur-red in the line of duty. Qunllticatlons Opticalmen must be capable of close, exact, and pains-taking workmanship. School courses in physics, shop math-ematics, and machine shop are helpful, as is experience in optical or camera manufac-turing. Radiomen should have good hearing and manual dexterity. School training of a technical nature including courses in mathematics, physics, and electricity is desirable. Ex-perience as an amateur radio operator is helpful. Communications technicians must be suited for detailed clerical work. School courses in typing, office machines, English, library work, physics, and electricity are helpful in providing an adequate back· ground. Yeomen need the same qual-ifications required of secre-taries and typists in private industry. School courses in English and in business sub-jects, such as stenography and t'Ypewriting are helpful. Personnel men must be able to deal successfully with peo-ple. Desirable school com·ses are: typewriting, public speak-ing, and office practice. Ex-perience in personnel work and counseling is helpful. Data Processing technicians must possess a high degree of clerical aptitude. School cour-ses in typing, bookkeeping and in operating business ma-chines are desirable as is ex-perience in mechanical work. Storekeepers must be able to write or print legibly and to record numbers neatly and accurately. School courses in typewriting-, bookkeeping, ac-counting, commercial arithme-tic, general business studies, and English are helpful. Disbursing clerks must write legibly and record fig-ures neatly. School courses in typing, bookkeeping, account-ing, business arithmetic, and office practice are desil"able. Related Civilian Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by opticalmen are: lens grinder, jewelry stone cutter, crystal finisher, tool inspector, tool maker, and optical instrument foreman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by radiomen are: telegrapher, radio mechanic, chief radio operator, radiotelephone oper-ator, news copyman, and ra-dio store proprietor. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by communications technicians are: electronics repairman, accounting clerk, instrument repairman, statistical clerk, and teletype repairman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by yeomen are: chief clerk, court reporter, and clerk typist. Some civilian jobs closel)' related to those performed by personnel men are: employ-ment manager, personnel man-ager, vocational adviser, clerk typist, job analyst, organizer, and personnel clerk. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by machine accountants are: sta-tistical clerk, inventory super-visor, office manager, business machines operator, and tabu-lating machine operator. Some civilian job::; closely related to those performed by storekeepers are: stock clerk, shipping clerk, warehouseman, buyer, material clerk, book. keeper, and retail food man-ager. Some civilian jobs· closely related to those performed by disbursing clerks are: pay-master, cashier, stock control clerk, payroll clerk, book-keeper, offire clerk, shipper, and calculating machine oper-ator. -10-~Navy & ast Guard • 23 mmissaryman (W) ~N;avy o. 24 hip's Serviceman (W) Navy & Coast Guard i!'·· 25 !JOUrnalist (W) ~avy 11"•· 26 !Postal Clerk (W) Navy No. 27 Lithographer~ (W) Navy No. 28 Illustrator Draftsman ~avy & l£oast Guard 11'10. 29 Musician Navy & Coast Guard ll'i"· 30 (Machinist's l'tlate -11-Duties a.nd Responsibilities Commissarymen serve as cooks and bakers. They may serve as butchers at large shore stations and on large ships. They prepare menus, keep cost accounts, assist in ordering provisions, and in-spect foodstuffs. Ship's servicemen operate and manage ship's store activ-ities afloat and ashore. These activities include barber, cob-bler, photographic, tailor, and beauty shops; soda fountains, commissaries, and retail stores, Journalists engage in news reporting, copyreading, edit-ing, and related jobs to publish information about service peo-ple and activities through such media as newspapers, maga-zines, radio, and television. Postal clerks operate Navy post offices, process incoming and outgoing mail, sell stamps and money orders, maintain mail directories, and handle correspondence cone e r n in g postal operations. Lithographers perform off-set lithography and letterpress printing. This work includes copy preparation, c a m era work, assembling and strip-ping, platemaking, typeset-ting, presswork, and binding. Draftsmen prepare, alter, file, and check architectural, structural, mechanical, electri-cal, and statistical drawings, plans, sketches, tracings, maps, and charts. Black and white and color training aids and illustrations for publica-tions. Musicians are members of bands and orchestras and pro~ vide music for military cere .. monies, religious services, con-certs, parades, and various rec1·eational activities. Machinist's mates operate, maintain, and make repairs to ship propulsion and auxiliary equipment such as steam pro~ pulsion machinery, propellers, pumps, oil purifiers, and re~ duction gears. Quullflca.tlons Commissarymen should have an interest in food prepara~ tion. They must have high standards of honesty and personal cleanliness. Experi-ence or school courses in food preparation, dietetics, and record keeping are helpful. Vocational or high school courses in shoe repairing, bar .. bering, tailoring, merchandis-ing and salesmanship, account-ing, bookkeeping, business arithmetic, and business Eng-lish are helpful. Journalists should possess a high degree of clerical apti-tude. School courses in Eng-lish, journalism, and typing are advantageous. Previous writing experience1 such as working on a school news-paper, is helpful. Postal clerks must be able to write and print legibly and record figures neatly. School courses in bookkeeping, ac-counting1 business arithmetic .. and typing would be helpful. Lithographers should be able to work with machinery and chemicals. School courses in printing, physics, chemis-try, English, and shop mathe-matics are valuable in this career field. Draftsmen should be cap-able of neat, close, careful work. P1·evious experience as draftsmen, tracers, or in sur-veying is valuable. School courses in art, mechanical drawing, and blueprint read-ing are invaluable. Applicants who wish to be-come musicians must exhibit proficiency on standard band or orchestral instruments. Three or four years of instru-mental music in high school ordinarily are sufficient to qualify talented personnel. Machinist's mates should possess aptitude for work of a mechanical nature. School courses in practical or shop mathematics, machine shop, electricity, and physics are valuable to those entering this career field. Rela.ted Clvllla.n Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by commissarymen are: pastry cook, pastry chef, steward, pie maker, meat cutter, butcher, chef, and others in the restau-rant, baking, and meatpacking industries. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by ship's servicemen are: barber, beauty operator, laundryman, dry cleaner, retail store man-ager, sales clerk, tailor, and shoe repairman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by journalists are: managing edi-tor, copyreader, script writer, reporter, free lance writer, re-write man, proofreader, and art layout man. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by postal clerks are: post office employee, postmaster, railway mail clerk, shipping clerk, bank teller, bookkeeper, and accountant. Some civilian jobs closely telated to those performed by lithographers are: lithographic pressman, platen pressman, bookbinder, printer, photoen-graver, cameraman, and photo-lithographer. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by draftsmen are: structural draftsman, commercial illus. trator, specification writer, electrical draftsman, and geo-detic computer. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by musicians are: music teacher, instrument musician, orches-tra leader, music arranger, instrument repairman, instru-ment salesman, and music librarian. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by machinist's mates are: refrig-eration mechanic, engine maintenance man, chief ma-rine engineer, turbine oper-ator, engine repairman, and tugboat engineer. Curt•er FJt-lds Navy & Coast Guard No. 31 Engineman Navy No. 32 Machinery Repairman Navy & Coast Guard No. 33 Boiler man Navy & Coast Guard No. 34 Electrician's Mate Navy No. 35 Interior Communications Electrician Navy No. 36 Shipfitter Navy No. 37 Boilermaker Navy & Coast Guard No. 38 Damage Control man l)utiNI nnd Rl'Rpontdbllllles Enginemen operate, main-tain, and repair internal com-bustion engines. Most engine-men are engaged in these tasks in diesel-driven ships and craft, but some work with high-powered gasoline engines. Machiriery repairmen are skilled machinists, machine tool operators, and auxiliary equipment repairmen. They repair and maintain machine repair tools, and lay out and perform precision bench work. Boilermen operate all types of marine boilers and fire-rOom machinery. They trans-fer, test, and take inventories of fuel and water. They main-tain and repair boilers, pumps, and associated machinery. Electrician's mates install, operate, maintain, and repair such equipment as generators, electrical motors, searchlights, yardarm blinkers, and the lighting and power-distribu-tion systems aboard ship. Interior communication.-. electricians maintain and re-pair all interior communica-tions systems including syn-chro units, gyrocompass sys-tems, engine telegraphs, rud-der-position indicators, and other related equipment. Shipfitters lay out, fabri-cate, and repair metal struc-tures and perform shipboard and shore-based high pressure and low pressure pipefitting. Boilermakers test, maintain. and repair marine boilers, heat exchangers, and associated equipment. Damage controlmen are qualified in the techniques, skills, and use of equipment for damage control; carpen-try; fire fighting; and atomic, biological, and chemic a l (ABC) warfare defense. (}unllllcatfons Enginemen should have a liking for engines and things mechanical. School courses in algebra, geometry, and physics would be helpfuL Experience in automotive repair is invalu-able to a person in this career field. Machinery repairmen should possess a high degree of ap-titude for work of a mechani-cal nature. School courses Ol' experience in practical or shop mathematics, machine shop, electricity, mechanical draw-ing, and foundry are desirable. Boilermen must be strongly interested in mechanical work, for they are required to use skillfully hand, power-driven, and pneumatic tools. Train-ing in school shop courses and in practical mathematics is desirable. Electrician's mates should have a high degree of apti-tude for work of an electrical and mechanical nature. School courses in electrical shop, practical and shop mathe-matics, and physics are help-ful. Interior communications electricians should possess a high aptitude for electrical work. A valuable bacl{ground would include courses in elec-trical shop, practical and shop mathematics, and experience in electrical work. Shipfitters should possess high aptitude and interest for mechanical work. School courses in sheet metal, foundry, pipefitting, practical mathematics, and geometry are valuable, as is foundry and machine shop experience. Boilel'makers must be strongly interested in mechan-ical work, for they are re-quired to skillfully use hand, power-driven and pneumatic tools. Training in school shop courses and in practical mathematics are desirable. Damage controlmen should possess self-reJiance, ingenui-ty, and poise in time of danger. School courses such as machine shop, carpentry, sheet metal shop, practical and shop math-ematics, and chemistry are desirable. Related CJvlllan Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by enginemen are: diesel engine operator, diesel mechanic: ignition repairman, ignition and carburetor mechanic, gas engine mechanic, and garage foreman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by machinery repairmen are: en-gine lathe operator, machinist, tool clerk, bench machinist, turret lathe operator, and milling machine operator. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by boilermen are: marine fire-man, boiler shop repairman, boiler inspector, stationary engineer, marine oiler, and t•ailroad engine repairman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by electrician's mates are: elec-trician, electric motor repair-man, electrical equipment in-spector, ship electrician, and electrical instrument repair-man. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by interior communications elec-tricians are: power house en-gineer, ship electrician, station instalJer, and instrument man. Some civilian jobs that are closely related to those per-formed by shipfitters are: pipefitter, sheet metal worker, automobile-body repairman, coppersmith, plater, tool dresser, and plumber. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by boilermakers are: marine fire. man, boilerman, boiler shop repairman, boiler inspector, stationary engineer, marine oiler, and railroad eng·ine re-pairman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by damage control men are: fire marshal, locksmith, . carpen-ter, painter, glazier, safety engineer, and building mainte-nance man. -12-Navy No. 39 Patt£>rnmakt'r Navy No. 40 Moldt.•r Navy No. 41 Engine('ring Aid Navy No. 42 Construction Electrician Navy No. 43 Equipment Opt'rator Navy No. 44 Construction Mechanic Navy No. 45 Builder Navy No. 46 Steel"·orkcr -13· Duties und lll"spousl.biHties Patternmakers ·work from blueprints, sketches, models, and their own designs. They make all types of wood and metal patterns, core boxes, flasks, nnd plaster of Parit:~ patterns used by molrlers in Navy foundries. Molders operate foundrie::; aboard ship and at shore sta-tions; make molds and cores, 1·ig· flasks, prepare heats and pour castings of ferrous, non-ferrous, and alloy metals; ~andblast t·a~tings and pom· bent·ings. Engineering aid's duties in-clude making l'econnaissance, preliminary and final location surveys for roads, airfields, pipelines, ditches, buildings, drainage structures, and water-front construction. Also prepare hydrographic and topographic cha1•ts. Construction electrician~ in-stall, operate, maintain, and repah· electrical generating equipment, distribution sys-tems, transformers, switch-boards, distribution panels, motors inside wiring: and lig·hting· fixtures. ' Equipment operators dis-patch, operate, field-check. and service automotive and heavy construction equipment such as buses, trucks, trac-tors, shovels, cranes, scrapers, pile drivers, ditcherx, rollers, and graders. Mechanics maintain, lubri-cate, repair, and overhaul automotive and heavy con-struction equipment and diesel and gasoline internal-combus-tion engines to insure efficient mechanical operation. Builders construct, main-tain, and repair all types of wood and concrett: structures. In addition, they perform such auxiliary functions as shot·ing, underpinning, pile jett.ying, and capping. Steelworkers l'ig and opel'-ate all the special equipment used to move or hoist struc-tural shapes, and similar equipment. They erect or dis-mantle steel bridges, build-ings, tanks, and other struc.-tures. Q11ull.flclltions Patternmakers should be able to do exacting, precise work. School courses in wood-shop, foundry, mechanieal drawing, and shop and practi-cal mathematics arc very helpful, as is expt>rience in carpentry. Molde1•s should have a desire to work with hand and power tools and should be physically strong. Completion of sttch school courses as foundry, machine shop, and pmctical mnthematics is desil·able. Engineering aids should be weB grounded in mathematics. Sehool courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, me-chanical drawing, and drafting are recommended. l!~xpel·ience in highway constructiot'l is of value. Construction electricians should possess an interest in mechanical and electrical work. School courses in elec-tricity, shop mathematics, and ph~'sic:> are helpful. Equiprnent operators should have average or above averag-e physical strength and normal color perception. School courses in auto or electrical shop are helpful, as is experi-ence in construction work. Mechanics must have a high deg'l'ee of mechanical aptitude. School courses in elecb·ical shop, machine shop, shop mathematics, and physics arc helpful. Previous work as a machinist or auto mechanic is of vnlue. Builders should possess a high degree of mechanical ap-titude. School courses in car-pentry and bhop mathematics are desirable. Expedence with hand and power tools used in construction m•e of value. Steelworkers must posses~ physical strength, stamina, and the ability to work aloft. School courses in sheet metal, machine shop, and foundry are desirable. All kinds of construction work are distinct assets. llduted Civilian JobH Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by patternmakers are: metal work foreman, template maker, industrial arts teacher, loftsman, bench carpenter, and layout man. Some jobli closely related to those performed by molders are: foundry foreman, furnace operator, melter, molder, cot·e maker, and cupola tender. Some civilian jobs that are closely l'elated to those per~ formed by engineering aids are: surveyor, instrument man, rodman, chainman, and geodetic computer operator. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by construction electricians are: powerhouse electrician, line-man, machine shop electrician. construction electrician, and electrical rcpail'man. Some civilian jobs related to those performed by equip-ment operators are: bulldozer operator, motor grader opera-tor, excavation foreman, pow-er shovel operator, ditcher op~ erator, ami pile driver oper-ator. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by mechanics are: automotive re-pairman, diesel engine me-chanic, motorcycle repairman, bus mechanic, motor analyst. and garage foreman. Some civilian jobs that are closely related to those per-formed by builders are: con-struction superintendent, con-struction foreman, carpenter, millman, pipe layet·, and build-ing foreman. Some civilian jobs that are related to those performed by steelworkers are: rigger, ship-fitter, structural steel worker, salvage engineer, construction foreman, steel fabricator, and riveter. Cureer }'leidy f'!avy & ~oast Guard ~o. 48 !\viation M~chinist's 1\lnlt• Navy & S~ast Guard ·~O. 49 ~yiation ~Jectronics fechnician (W) Navy & ~~ast Guard 1'0. 50 Aviation Ordnaneeman Navy No. 51 Aviation Fire Control Technician Navy No. 52 Air Controlrnan (W) Navy No. 53 Avjation Boatswain's Mate Navy & Coast Guard No. 54 Aviation Electrician's Mate Duflt>Y nnd Ut>spon!llbillfles Utilities men maintain and repair boilers, evaporators, and equipment for the distilla-tion and purification of water. They operate and service the heavy machinery used to power utilities stations. Aviation machinist's mates inspect, adjust, test, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines. When assigned as flight en-gineers, they operate the en-gines, landing gear, wing flaps, and other controls of the aircraft. Aviation electronics techni-cians test, maintain, and re-pair all airborne electronic communications, navigation, search, identification, counter-measures, detection, and relay equipment and associated test equipment. Aviation ordnancemen pre-pare naval aircraft for action by loading bombs, torpedoes, rockets, and guided missiles into planes. They maintain, repair, install, operate, serv-ice, and handle aviation ord-nance equipment. Aviation fire control tech-nicians maintain and repair aircraft armament control sys-tems, and armament control radat•, computers, computing sites, gyroscopes, periscopes. and related equipment control-Jing the firing of guns on Navy planes. Air controlmen assist in the direction and control of air traffic at airfields, seadromes, and on aircraft carriers by means of radio, radar, flash-ing light signals, and flag hoists. Aviation boatswain's mates handle aircraft on carriers, tenders, seaplane ramps, and in anchorages, hangars: and parking areas. They assist in launching planes from cata-pults and in landing planes on aircraft carriers. Aviation electrician's mates maintain, adjust, and repair aircraft electrical power ~ne~ rating and converting, light-ing, control and indicating systems and components. They install aircraft electrical wir-ing. Q1ulll flcu tlons Utilities men should possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude. School or appren-tice training in plumbing and other related technical fields, as well as mathematics, is helpful. Aviation machinist's mates must volunteer for flight duty and pass required physical examinations. School courses in machine shop, automobile or aircraft engines, algebra, and geometry are helpful. Aviation electronics techni-cians must possess a high de-gree of aptitude for electrical and mechanical work. School courses in algebra, trigonom-etry, physics, electricity, ra-dio, and mechanics are help-ful. Aviation ordnancemen must volunteer for aerial gunnery duty and pass required physi-cal examinations. School courses in algebra, physics, and electricity are of value. Experience in electrical repair work is helpful. Aviation fire control tech-nicians must possess superior electronic, electrical, and me-chanical aptitude. Previous training in repair shops or vo-cational schools, and training in mathematics are desirable. Air controlmen should have a high degree of such qualities as accuracy, precision, self-reliance, and calmness under stress. A school course in public speaking or experience in radio broadcasting wo1tld be helpful. Aviation boatswain's mates should have 20/20 vision un-corrected and good hearing. School courses in shop work, physics, and chemistry are de-sirable. Experience in han-dling smaiJ boats is helpfuL Aviation electrician's mates should possess a high aptitude for electrical work. School courses such as algebra, trig-onometry, physics, and elec-trical shop are helpful, as is experience in aircraft electri-cal work. UE"Iut-t>d Clvlllnu .Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by utilities men are: stationary engineer, water service super· visor, evaporator operator, stationary boiler foreman, pumpman, and water fiiterer. Sn~e civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aviation machinist's mates are: airplane· mechanic, air. port serviceman, aerial engi-neer, and overhaul aircraft engine mechanic. Some civilian jobs closely 1·elated to those performed b;y aviation electronics technicians are: aircraft radio electrician, radio mechanic, electrical re-pairman, and radio l'epairman. Some civilian jobs closeh· related to those performed by aviation ordnancemen are: gyroscope.instrument mechan-ic, instrument man, aircraft armament mechanic, ord~ nanceman, and armament in-spector. Some civilian jobs close}~· related to those performed b;y aviation fire control techni-cians are: electrical assembler. electrical equipment tester; instrument man, and :drplam' electrician. Some civilian jobs close}J related to those performed by air controlmen are: airport-control operator, instrument-landing truck operator, air-plane dispatch clerk, statisti· cal clerk, and aircraft- lop; clerk. Some civilian jobs that an closely related to those per-formed by aviation boatswain'::: mates are: machinery erector. tug driver, portable crane op-erator, airport servicemnn. fireman, and pumpman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aviation electrician's mates are: airplane electrician, elec-trical repairman, battery man. ignition repairman, and gyro-scopic instrument mechanic. ·14-Career Fle1ds Navy & Coast Guard No. 55 Aviation Structural Mechanic ~avy No. 56 Aircrew ~~rvival iEquipmentman Navy & Coast Guard !No. 57 tA.erographer's Mate (W) Navy No. 58 f~adevman (W) ;:j~vy ':o· 59 ~.viation Storekeeper (W) ~~avy & oast Guard ;_;~· 60 rhotographer's Mate (W) ;:j~vy !.:~· 61 Photographic ntelligenceman ~avy & ~oast Guard ~~rc>. s2 ~~spital Corpsman W) ~avy & oast Guard o. 63 ental Technician W) -15-Duties and Responsibilities Aviation structural me~ chanics maintain and repair aircraft surfaces, airframe structures, and hydraulic sys~ terns. They construct, repair and aline fuselage structures and parts such as wings, ele-vators, and ailerons. The aircrew survival equip~ mentman's job primarily in-volves the care and packing of parachutes, They also service, maintain, and repair other types of survival equipment such as rubber life rafts and life jackets. Aerographer's mates collect, t•ecord, and analyze weather information. They prepare up~to~date weather maps and forecasts from visual and in~ strumental weather observa~ tions and reports, using stand-ard weather codes. Tradevmen (training devices men) operate, maintain, in~ stall, and repair training aids and training devices. In ad-dition to these functions, they train instructors in the opera-tion and use of such equip-ment. Aviation storekeepers pro-cure, check, store, preserve. and issue all types of naval aircraft and aeronautical equipment and accessories. They take inventories of air-cra.ft, including spare parts, nnrt rennrt<, Photographer's mates oper-ate, maintain, and repair the various types of cameras for ground and aerial photo-graphic work. Photograph-er's mates perform microfilm, photostat, copy, and news pho. tography. Photographic intelligence-men maintain and process data associated with air photo intelligence files; pre-pare maps, charts and terrain models; extract intelligence from aerial photographs; and prepare intelligence reports. Hospital corpsmen adminis-ter medicines, apply first aid, perform minor surgery such as treating abcesses and su-turing minor wounds, assist in the operating room, and nurse the sick and injured. Dental technicians assist dental officers in the treat-ment of patients, render first aid, give preventive treat-ments, and perform various dental department administra-tive duties. Quullllc.atlons Aviation structural mechan-ics should possess a high de-gree of mechanical aptitude. School courses in metal shop work, woodworking, algebra plane geometry, and physics are helpful, as is experience in automobile body work. Aircrew survival equipment-man must be capable of per-forming extremely careful and accurate work. School courses in general shop and sewing are desirable. Experience in the use and repair of sewing ma-chines is helpful. Aerographer's mates must have the ability to use num~ hers in practical problems. School courses in algebra through trigonometry, phys-ics, physiography, and typing· are helpful as is training· in meterology and astronomy. Tradevmen must have a clear, well-modulated voice with no speech defects or pronounced accent. School courses in mathematics, phys-ics, electricity, and shop work are desirable as is experience as an instructor. Aviation storekeepers should be able to use numbers in m·actical supply problems. School courses in bookkeeping, accounting, business arithme-tic, typing, and office prac-tices are desirable. Photographer's mates should have normal color perception and those selected for aviation duty must pass required phys-ical examinations, School courses in physics and chem-istry at·e desirable. Photographic intelligence work requires skill in pro~ cessing, assimilating, inter-preting, and presenting data. School courses such as typing, filing, drafting, mathematics, geography, and photography are valuable. It is desirable that hospital corpsmen be high school grad-uates. School courses in hygiene, biology, first aid, physiology, chemistry, typing, and public speaking are help-ful. Dental technicians must have completed at least two years of high school. They are interviewed for interest and aptitude prior to assignment. School courses in hygiene, physiology, aJld chemistry are helpful. Related Civilian Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aviation structural mechanics are: aircraft plumber, fuel system installer, aircraft welder. aircraft painter, and aircraft sheet metal inspectot·. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aircrew survival equipment-man are: parachute packer, parachute repairman, test parachute jumper, and tailor. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aerographer's mates are: weather observer, meteorolo-gist, chart maker, statistical clerk, and inspector of weather instruments. Some civilian jobs that are closely related to those per-formed by tradevmen are: in-strument man, inspector, link trainer instructor, stock con-trol clerk, and electrical appli-ance repairman. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aviation storekeepers are: clerk-typist, inventory clerk, material clerk, expediter, stock clerk, tool clerk, and re-ceiving-shipping clerk. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by photographer's mates are: commercial, studio, and news photographer. camera repair-man, aerial photographer, photographic equipment sales-man and film develooer. Some closely related civil-ian jobs at•e drafting, model-making, clerical jobs, photo-graphy, and photogTammetry. Some civilian jobs closely 1·elated to those performed by hospital corpsmen are: prac-tical nurse, hospital orderly, hospital clerk, medical techni-cian, first aid attendant, and electrocardiograph operator. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by dental technicians are: dental technician, dental hygienist, X-ray technician, first aid teacher, dentist's assistant, and salesman of dental s\.lp-plies. Carl'f'r Fields Navy & Coast Guard No. 64 Steward Navy No. 65 Data Systems Technician Navy No. 66 Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Technician Navy No. 67 Aviation Maintenance Administra-tionman (W) Navy No. 68 Aviation Support Equipment Technician ])utlt>~ nnd Uespon!lihllltles Stewards serve as cooks and bakers for officers' messes. They prepare menus and assist in ordering provisions; are re-sponsible for the storage of food products; and take care of refrigerated spaces and provision issue rooms. Data systems technicians maintain electronic digital data systems and equipment; inspect, test calibrate, and re-pair computers, tape units, digital display equipment, data link terminal sets and related equipment. Aviation antisubmarine war-fare technicians inspect and maintain aircraft antisubmar-ine warfare systems; includ-ing underwater detection, in-tegrated display, and associ-ated antisubmarine warfare equipment; and use and main-tain test equipment. Aviation maintenance admini-strationmen perform manage-ment and clerical duties re-quired in aircraft maintenance offices_ This includes planning and scheduling the mainten-ance workload, preparing re-quired reports and corre-spondence, a n d analyzing trends of aircraft system and component failures. Aviation support equipment technicians service test and perform intermediate level maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel engines, gas turbine compressor units, power generating equipment, liquid and gaseous oxygen and nitrogen sen·icing equipment, automotive electrical systems and air conditioning systems. (~uallfl cations Stewards should possess high standards of honesty and personal cleanliness. School courses in arithmetic and home economics are desirable. Previous experience in cook-ing or baking is helpfuL Data systems technicians must possess a high degree of aptitude for detailed me-chanical work as well as cleri-cal aptitude. School courses in radio, electricity, physics, and mathematics through cal-culus are helpfuL Aviation antisubmarine war-fare technicians must possess a high degree of aptitude for mechanical work. School courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, physics, electri-city, radio, and mechanics are helnful. Aviation maintenance admini-strationmen should be capable of accurate and detailed work and should have an interest in the aviation maintenance field. School courses in filing and typing are desirable. Aviation support equipment technicians must have a high degree of mechanical aptitude. School courses in mathematics, physics, electricity, and ma-chine shop are helpful. Pre-vious experience as auto mechanic or machinist would be of value. U.S. Air 'Jorce Career Air Force No. I IntelligencE' (W) > Intelligence personnel col-lect, produce, and disseminate data which has strategic, tactical, or technical value from an intelligence viewpoint. This includes security of in-formation. Qualltlcatlons Intelligence personnel should have knowledge of the tech-niques of evaluation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. School courses in foreign languages, English composi-tion, photography, and mathe-matics are desirable, Related Civilian Joba Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by stewards are: cook, steward, maitre de hotel, caterer, res-taurant operator, demonstra-tor of cooking utensils, and supervisor of hotel busboys. Some civilian jobs closely re-lated to those performed by data systems technicians are: electrical or electronic repair-man, radio repairman, inspec-tor of electronic assemblies, and business machine repair-man and program writer. Some civilian jobs closely re-lated to those performed by aviation antisubmarine war-fare technicians are aircraft radio electrician, radio me-chanic, electrical and radio repairman and operator, and inspector of electronics assem-bly. Some civilian jobs related to those performed by aviation maintenance administration-men are: aircraft inspector. overhaul aircraft engine mec-hanic, and clerk typist. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by aviation support equipment technicians are diesel or gaso-line engine mechanic, air con-ditioning mechanic, ignition mechanic and compressed gases operator. 'Jields Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the intelligence field are: cryptanalyst, draftsman, in-terpreter, investigator, stat-istician, radio operator, and translator. -16-Caree-r Fields Air Force No.2 Photomappinll (W) Air Force No.3 Weather (W). Air Force No.4 Aerospace Control Systems Operations (W) Air Force No.5 Communications Operations (W) Air Force No. 6 Communications-Electronics Systems (W) Air Force No.7 Missile Electronic Maintenance Air Force No.8 Avionics Systems Air Force No.9 Training Devices (W) -17-Duties anti Ut>llpon~>lhllltlcs Photomapping personnel pro-cure, compile, compute, and use topographic, photogram· metric, and cartographic data in preparing aeronautical charts, topographic maps and target folders. Weather personnel collect, record, and analyze meteoro-logical data; make visual and instrument weather observa-tions. They make forecasts of immediate and long-range weather conditions, and main-tain equipment. Personnel in this field opCl'-ate control towers, direct aircraft landings with radar landing control equipment; operate ground radar equip-ment, aircraft control centerl'i, ans an~l Jt(•HJWUI!ibllltiE'H Personnel in this field re· pair telephones, tcletypewi·it-ers, teleautographs, crypto-graphic devices, and telephone switchboards and install and maintain telephone and tele-graph land systems, and antenna and antenna support systems. Personnel in this field over-haul and modify office ma-chines and photographic and medical equipment. They work with fine precision tools and testing devices, and from blue-prints and schematic drawings. Personnel in this field main-tain propellers, pneudraulk systems, instruments, electri-cal systems, fuel and fuel con~ trol systems, flight control autopilot system, and other accessory systems normally installed in airborne weapons systems. Person:. in this field per-form the mt:chanical functions of aircraft engine installation, removal, maintenance, and re-pair; and the maintenance, repair, and modification of helicopters, turbo-prop re-ciprocating engine, and jet aircraft. Personnel operate aerial and ground cameras, motion pic-ture and other photographic equipment; process photo-graphs and film, edit motion pictures, perform photographic instrumentation functions, and operate airborne, field, and precision processing labora-tories. Personnel in this field con-duct safety programs, survey areas and activities to elimi-nate hazards, analyze accident causes and trends. Personnel in this field main-tain and repair aircraft arma-ment. They assemble, main-tain, and store munitions and nuclear weapons. Also they dispose of bombs, missiles and rockets, and operate detection instruments. Personnel in this field over-haul and mait\tain powered ground vehicles and mechani-cal equipment of various types which are used by the Air Force for transporting person-nel, supplies, and for such work as airfield construction. Qualifications Personnel in the wire main-tenance field must have con-siderable dexterity and manip-ulative ability. School courses in electricity, shop mathemat-ics, and physics are desirable. Personnel in this field must have considerable mechanical ability and manual dexterity. School courses in algebra, physics, and shop work are desirable. Personnel in this field should be physically strong and possess mechanical aptitude. School courses in trigonome-try, physics and shopwork are helpful. Personnel in this field must have considerable mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity. School courses in shop mathe-matics, physics and machine shop are desirable. Audio-visual personnel are required to have considerable dexterity in the operation of small precision equipment, plus excellent eyesight. School courses in mathematics, phys-ics, and chemistry are desir~ able. Personnel in thil:; field must have knowledge of industrial hygiene, safety education, safety psychology, and blue~ print interpretation. School courses in typing, English, and public speaking are desirnble. Personnel in this field are required to have considerable mechanical aptitude and manu~ al dexterity. School courses in machine shop mathematics, and chemistry, are desirable. Personnel in this field will profit from school courses in machine shop mathematics, physics, as well as f1·om train-ing in the use of tools and blueprints. Ul'lated Ch•lllan Jobs Some civilian jobs close!: related to those performed in the wire communications main-tenance field are: cabta splicer, central office repairmun, tele-phone inspector, teletype I'e-pairman, and manual equip-ment repah' (central office). Some civilian jobs closely related to the intricate equip-ment maintenance field are: business machine inspecto1·, camera repairman, office ma-chine salesman, statistical ma-chine serviceman, and tabulat-ing equipment mechanic. Some civilian jobs closely related to the aircraft ac-cessory maintenance field are: airplane mechanic, carburetor man, airplane electrician, hy-draulic tester, oxygen system tester, and final· assembly plumber. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the ail'craft maintenance field arc: aeronautical engineer, air-craft engine mechanic, air-plane inspector, engineman, and engine tester. Some civilian jobs closely relnted to those performed in the audio-visual field are: cameraman, darkroom man, film editor, aerial photograph-er, commercial photographer, photograph finisher, sound mixer, and motion picture opera tot·. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the safety field are: safety man and safety instructor. Some civilian jobs related to the munitions and weapons maintenance field are: aircraft armament mechanic, armorer, ammunition inspector, muni~ tions handler foreman, pow-derman, and pyrotechnic mix-er. Some civilian jobs closely related to the motor vehicl{! maintenance field are: auto-mobile accessories installer, automobile repairman, bus mechanic, carburetor man, uutomative electrician, and truck mechanic. -18-(.'an'f'r Fil.'lds Air Force No. 18 Metal Working Air Force No. 19 Civil Engineering Structural/ Pavements (W) Air Force No. 20 Civil Engineering Sanitation Air Force No. 21 Fire Protection Air Force No. 22 Fabric, Leather, And Rubber (W) Air "Force No. 23 Marine Air Force No. 24 Transportation (W) Air Force No. 25 Food Service (W) -19-Dutlt'K and R(>SponKibilltles Personnel in this field, among other things, design and produce precision tools, parts, and assemblies; oper-ate metalworking machines such as lathes and grinders; and fabricate and install sheet metal parts. Personnel in this field con-struct and maintain structural facilities and pavement areas, maintain pavements, l'ail-roads, and soil bases, per.form erosion control1 operate heavy equipment, and perform site development, general main-tenance, cost and real pro-perty accounting, and work control functions. Personnel in this f i e 1 d operate and maintain water and waste processing plants systems, and equipment, and perform pest and rodent con-trol functions. Fire protection person~el operate firefighting eqmp-ment, prevent and extinguish aircraft and structural fires, rescue and render first aid, and maintain firefighting and fire prevention equipment. Personnel in this field in-spect parachute fabrics and metal partsj pack and test parachutes; fabricate and re-pair fabric and leather arti-cles; repair clothing, inner tubes, and life I'afts; and re-tread tires. Personnel in this field oper-ate and maintain crash boats and utility boats which are used by the Air Force to pro-vide rapid rescue of personnel forced down over water. Personnel in the transporta-tion field have the responsi-bility of insuring maximum service, efficiency, and econ-omy of transportation of sup-plies and personnel by air-craft, train, motot· vehicles, and ship. Personnel in this field, among other things, prepare and bake bread and pastry products; prepare and cook food for serving. Qm\lifl<'atlons School courses in elements of physics, and advanced shop mathematics will prove valu-able to persons entering this career field. Personnel in this field will profit from school courses in blueprint reading, mechanical drawing, mathematics, phys-ics, and chemistry. School courses in b a s i c physics, biology, chemistry, and blueprint reading will prove valuable. Fire protection personnel are t•equhed to be in top physical condition, with an absence of allergies to oil and fire extinguishing solutions. School courses in general science and chemistry are de-sirable. Personnel in this field must possess a great amount of manual dexterity. School courses in shop drawing, and layout are desirable, as is training in the use of vucan-izing equipment and powered sewing machines. Personnel in this field must have a knowledge of sea navi-gation, boat operation and maintenance. School courses in mathematics are desirable. Pe1·sonnel in this field will profit from school courses in the operation of office rna·· chines, and business arithme-tic. Personnel in the food serv-ice field must possess manual dexterity. School courses in nutrition, inorganic chemistry, physiology and hygiene, and business mathematics are de-sirable. Some civilian jobs closely related to the metalworking field are: machinist, plater, aircraft sheet metal worker, toolmaker, acetylene welder, and welding specia1ist. Some closely related civiliar jobs are: plumber, bricklayer, carpenter, stonemason, and painter. Some closely related civilian jobs at•e: purification plant operator, sanitary inspector, termite treater, vermin exter-minator, and entomologist. Some civilian jobs closely related are: fire chief, fire extinguisher serviceman, fire-man, fire marshal, and fire department equipment man. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the fabric, leather, and rubber field are: airplane coverer, fabric worker, parachute in-spector, tire rebuilder, uphol-sterer, and parachute repair-man. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed iJ the marine field are: able sea man,. ship electrician, chiej marme engineer, and maste1 (water transportation). Some civilian jobs closely !'elated to this field are: cat·-go handler, motor vehicle dis-patcher, shipping clerk, traffic t·ate clerk, trailer truck driver. and ticket agent. Son1.e civilian jobs closely I'elated to the food service field are: beef cutter, bench hand, butcher (fish), chef, pastry cook, meat cutter, oven-man, pastry chef, pie maker, and roundsman. Co.reer Fields Air Force No. 26 Supply (W) Air Force No. 27 Procurement (W) Air Force No. 28 Accounting and Finance and Auditing (W) Air Force No. 29 Data Systems (W) Air Force No. 30 AdministratiH (W) Air Force No. 31 Printing Air Force No. 32 Information (W) Air Force No. 33 Personnel (W) Duties and Responsibilities Personnel in this field are responsible for the design, development, analysis, and operation of supply systems including supply data sys-tems; requirements determi-nation and computation, oper-ation and management of ma-terial facilities; equipment re-view and validation; records maintenance, inventory and distribution control; budget computation; financial plans; and inspection and identifica-tion. Personnel in this field are responsible for the procure-ment of material such as planes, parts, and equipment and supplies. This involves preparation of contracts, and specifications and advertising for bids. Personnel in this field pre-pare the documents required to account for and disburse Air Foree funds, including budgeting, .allocation, disburs-ing, accounting, auditing, and the preparation of cost analy-sis records. Personnel in this field col-lect, process, record, prepare and submit data for various automated systems, as well as analyze and interpret manual reports, automated data pro-ducts and data elements. Personnel in this field pre-pare correspondence, teletypes, statistical summaries, and ar-range priority and distribution systems. They maintain files, prepare and consolidate re-POl'ts, and arrange for graphic presentations. Personnel in this field oper-ate and maintain many types of reproduction equipment used in the graphic arts. They perform hand and machine composition, and binding oper-ations. Information personnel col-lect, evaluate, prepare, and disseminate news of Air Force activities to newspapers, bul-letins, radio, and television stations. They also perform historical research and writ-ing. Personnel in this field inter-view, classify, and select ca-reer jobs for airmen on the basis of qualifications and re-quirements of the Air Force. They also administer aptitude and performance tests. Qun.llflcntlons Personnel in this field will profit from school courses in accounting and business ad-ministration. Personnel in this field must po~sess considerable clerical aptitude. School courses in business al'ithmetic, bookkeep-ing and accounting, business law, and merchandising are desirable. Personnel in this field are required to have some dexteri-ty in the operation of business machines. School courses in typing, mathematics, statis-tics, and accounting are de-sirable. Personnel in this field must have some manual dexterity in the use of business ma-chines. School courses 10 mathematics, accounting, Eng-lish, and in the operation of business office machines is desirable. Personnel in this field must have considerable manual dex-terity. School courses in busi-ness arithmetic, business law, business English, filing, and shorthand are desirable, as is training in office machine operations. Printing personnel must pos-sess considerable mechanical ability and dexterity. School courses in spelling, journal-ism and grammer are desir-able as is training in shop mechanics. Information personnel must possess considerable skill in interviewing personnel. School courses in civics, grammar, news reporting, composition, proofreading, newswriting, and editing are desirable. Personnel in this field should have completed high school courses in English composition and speech and should be familiar with civil-ian occupations. Operation of simple data processing equip-ment and typing ability are desirable attributes. Reluted Clvllln.n Jobs Some closely related civilian jobs are: junior accountant, machine records section super· visor, receiving clerk, shipping clerk, and stock clerk. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the procurement field are: billing clerk, checker, general clerk, expediter, field clerk, purchasing agent, shipping clerk, and procurement clerk. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the accounting, finance, and auditing field are: cost ac-countant, public accountant, auditor, bookkeeper, budget clerk, and paymaster. Some closely related civilian jobs are: key punch operator, statistical clerk, statistical technician, statistician, sorting machine operator, machine records unit supervisor, and tabulating machine operator. Some civilian jobs closely related to the administrative field are: chief clerk, general clerk, law clerk, office manag-er, post office clerk, secretary, stenographer, and stenotype operator. Some closely related civilian jobs are: compositor, dark-room man, linotype operator, lithographic pressman, photo-engraver, photograph printer, photolithographer, and photo-stat operator. Some closely related civilian jobs are: continuity writer, copyreader, newspaper manag-ing editor, news editor, news analyst, news specialist, public relations man, historian, radio news copyman, and script writer. Some closely related civilian jobs are: clerical technician, employment interviewer, in-dustrial research worker, job analyst, personnel manager, personnel counselor, safety man, and statistical research assistant. -20-Career Field• ~ir Force No. 34 pedal' Services (W) ~-ir Force No. 35 rE·ducation and rr .. ~aining (W) Air Force ~-0· 36 vand ~}r Force No. 37 Security Police ~)r Force No. 38 ~Pecial nvestittationf' and Counter Intelligence (W) Air Force No. 39 Medical (W) Air Force No. 40 Aircrew !Protection Air Force ~.?· 41 ~ .. ~ntal (W) Air Force No. 42 First Sergeant (W) -21-Dutles nn'l Responslbllttl('s Special Services personnel conduct physical conditioning, act as coach for various sports programs, maintain athletic equipment and facilities, and referee games. Personnel in this field con-duct formal classes of instruc-tion, use training aids, develop material for various courses of instruction, and teach classes in general academic subjects and fundamental military matters. Personnel in this f1eld play musical insh'uments in concert bands and orchestras, 1·epair and maintain instruments, sing in glee clubs, perform as drum majors, arrange music, and maintain music libraries. Personnel in this field pro-vide security for classified information and material, en-force law and order, control traffic, and p1·otect lives and property. They also are or-~anized as local ground de-tense forces. Personnel in this field in-vestigate violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice and applicable Federal statutes. They investigate con-ditions pertaining to sabotage, espionage, treason, sedition, and security. Personnel in this field have ancillary functions in provid-ing medical, veterinary, and administrative services re-quired in a medical facility. Pe1·sonnel in this field per-form pararescue and land res-cue operations in arctic, tropi-cal, desert, and water areas, providing medical care, camp erection, instruction of air crews in the use of survival techniques and p r o t e c t i v e equipment, Personnel in this field are involved in the operation of dental facilities and assist in dental care of personnel. In-cluded in this field are the treatment of oral tissues and the restoration of teeth. First sergeants assist squadron commanders in man-aging squadron activities and exercise general supervision over assigned airmen person-nel. Qua.tlflcntlons Special services personnel should possess good muscular coordination. School cotlrses in English are desirable. Personnel in this field are required to have considerable instructor aptitude. School courses in English composi-tion, are desirable. Personn~~ m this field must have considerable finger dex-terity in order to play musical instruments. School courses in the rudiments of music, ele-mentary theory of music, and orchestration are desirable. Personnel in the security po-lice field must be in good phy-sical condition and have good vision and hearing. School courses in civics and the social sciences are desirable. Personnel in this field must have a knowledge of law en-forcement and security regu-lations, be physically fit, and have good hearing and vision. School courses in civics and the social sciences are desir-able. Personnel in this field must have a knowledge of first aid and possess the ability to as-sist professional medical per-sonnel. School courses in an-atomy, and chemistry are desirable. Excelent physical qualifica-tions are required, and know-ledge of pioneering and woods-man activities is very helpful. Jobs in the dental field call for knowedge of oral and dental an atom y. School courses in anatomy, biology, and chemistry are desirable. Airmen in this career field must have a knowledge of personnel mana!fement and administration; m11itary train· ing and military subjects such as Air Force organization, drill, ceremonies, customs, military justice, and counsel-ing techniques. Related Clvlllan Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the special services field are: athletic director, playground director, physical instructor, and manager of a recreational establishment. Some closely related civilian jobs are: military instructor, commercial teacher, college teacher, high school or voca· tional school teacher, tutor and first aid teacher. Some civilian jobs closely l'elated to those performed in the band field are: musical specialist, instrumental musi-cian, orchestra leader, and or-chestrator. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed by security police are: guard, pe-nitentiary guard, motorcycle patrolman, police inspector, police officer, watchman, and superintendent of police. Some civilian jobs closely 1·elated to those perf01•med in the special investigations and counter-intelligence field are: detective, chief of detectives, dective sergeant, and investi-gatol'. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the medical field a1·e: labora-tory technician, x-ray techni-cian, orthopedic technician, pharmacist, physical thera-pist, and surgical orderly. No CIVilian JOb covers the scope of the jobs in this ca-l'CCl' field, but a related job is that of a hunting or fishing g;uide A civilian job closely re-lated to those performed in the dental field is that of dental hygienist. No civilian job covers the scope of the duties in this career field. Cnrl'l'r Fit"hh Air Force No. 43 Missile Maintenance Air Force No. 44 Civil Engineering Mechanical/ Electrical Air Force No. 45 Supply Services (W) Air Force No. 46 Fuel Services Air Force No. 47 Management Analysis (W) U.S. Cn.r~r Fields Marine Corps No.1 Personnel and Administration (W) Dutil'S und U<'"Ponsibilities Personnel in this field are employed in missile engine installation, maintenance, and repair; and the maintenance, repair, and modification of missile airframes, sub-sys-tems, and associated aero-space ground equipment. Personnel in this field arc involved in the installation, operation, maintenance and re-pair of air and missile base direct support systems and equipment and missile weapon gystems support facilities. Personnel in this field sup-ervise and operate sales stores, laundry/dry cleaning facilities, commissaries, meat proces-sing, and redistribution and marketing activities. Personnel in this field re-ceive, store, dispense, test, and inspect missile liquid fuel pro-pellants, oxidizers, pressur-ants, and petroleum fuels and products. Personnel in this field col-lect, process, record, control, analyze, and interpret special and recurring reports, statis-tical data, and other informa-tion. Qunllflcutlons Personnel in this field must have considerable mechanical aptitude and manual dexteri-ty. School courses in mathe-matics, physics, electricity, and machine shop are desir-able. Personnel in this field will profit from school courses in physics, mathematics, blue-print reading, and electricity. Pe1·sonnel in this field will will profit from school courses in nutrition, chemistry, metal-lurgy, management, and mar-keting. Personnel in this field will profit from school courses ir chemistry and arithmetic. Completion of high school or GED equivalent is mandatory for personnel in this field. ){l'lut~·d Ch·lllan Jobs Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the missile maintenance field are: electrician, airplane me-chanic, and hvdraulic tester. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the civil engineering me-chanical/electrical field are elevator repairman, electric-ian, lineman, powerhouse re-pairman, diesel mechanic, re-frigeration mechanic, pipefit-ter, steamfitter, and heating and ventilating man. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the supply services field are: department maTiager, retail general merchandise manager, meat cutters, and butchers. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in the fuel services field are petroleum industry foreman and bulk plant manager. Some civilian jobs closely related to those performed in this field are statistical clerk, accounting clerk, and budget clerk. Marine Corps Career 3ields .~il.®\i Duties and RE"spont~lbllltles Marines in this field per-form duties as personnel clas-sification clerks, administra-tive specialists, legal clerks, and postal clerks. Work is es-sentially clerical. Quullfi<'Rtlons Personnel and administrn-tion duties require reasoning and verbal abihty, and clerical aptitude. School courses in English composition, typing, shorthand, and social studies would be helpful. Related Civilian Joba Some civilian jobs related to those in this field are: secre-tary-typist, vocational adviser, employment interviewer-man-ager, office manager, job ana-lyst, court reporter, law clerk, and postal clerk. -22-Career Fie Ids Marine Corps No.2 Intelligence (W) Marine Corps No.3 Infantry Marine Corps No.4 Logistics (W) Marine Corps No.5 Field Artillery Marine Corps No.6 Utilities Marine Corps No.7 Construction Equipment and Shore Party Marine Corps No.8 Drafting and Surveying (W) Marine Corps No.9 Lithography (W) Marine Corps No. 10 Tank and Am~ phibian Tractor -23-Duties and Responsibilities Intelligence specialists col-lect, record, evaluate, and in-terpret all kinds of informa .. tion; makes detailed study of aerial photographs, conducts interrogations in foreign lang-uages, translates written ma-terial and interprets conversa-tions. From basic infantryman, a marine advances as a rifle-man, machine gunner, or mor-tar gunner to become an in-fantry unit leader, who super-vises training and operations of an infantry unit. Logistics specialists perform administrative duties involving the overall supply, quartering, and transport of marine units. They also plan the movement of supplies, troops, and equip-ment. Field artillerymen fire and maintain rocket and missile batteries, heavy mortars, and self-propelled 155-mm guns, 8-inch and 105-mm howitzers. Specialties range from bat-teryman to radar operator. Installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical, water supply, heating, plumb-ing, sewage, t·efrigeration, and air-conditioning equipment and systems are utilities special-ties. This field involves metal-working, operation and main-tenance of fuel storage areas, operation and repair of heavy engineering and pioneer equip-ment-diesel and gasoline dri-ven and construction and re-pair of military structures and facilities. Specialists make architec-tural and mechanical draw-ings, survey for construction projects and preparation of military maps, and make topo-graphic maps, creates or copies articles or illustrative materi-als. This field includes letter-press and lithographic offset printing and reproduction. Specialists set type, operate linotype machines, presses, process cameras, and book-binding equipment. Crewmen serve as drivers, gunners, and loaders in tanks, armored amphibians, and am-phibious tractors; advance to tank or amphibian command-ers. Qua11flcntlons High school courses in geography, history, govern-ment, economics, English, foreign languages, typing, mechanical drafting, and mathematics would be most beneficial. Verbal and arithmetic rea-soning, good vision, and stami-na are needed. General math-ematics, mechanical drafting, geography, and mechanics courses would be helpful. Logistics work requires number facility, verbal and reasoning ability, and clerical aptitude. Mathem&.tics, typ-ing, office machine operation, and bookkeeping- would be helpful. Arithmetic ·reasoning, me-chanical aptitude, good vision, and stamina are important. Knowledge of mathematics, physics, mechanics, electricity, meterology, and mathematics would be useful. Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity are impor-tant. Vocational school shop courses in industrial arts and crafts would be beneficial for young men entering the utilities field. High school vocational courses in automotive me-chanics, sheet metal working·, machine shop, carpentry, and mechanical drafting would pro-vide most useful background. High school courses in mathematics, m e chan i c a 1 drawing and drafting, geog-raphy and commercial art would be preparation fo1' training and work in the draft-ing and surveying field. Attentiveness to detail and some mechanical aptitude are required of printers. School courses in general mathe. matics, printing, and other graphic arts would be most useful. Tankmen need mechanical ability, good vision, and stami-na. Vocational high school courses in automotive me-chanics, machine shop, elec-tricity, and mechanical draw-ing would be useful. Reln.ttJd Civilian Jobs Typical civilian jobs related to intelligence work are: in-vestigator, research worker, intelligence analyst (govern-ment), map draftsman, carto-graphic aide, and records analyst. Some civilian jobs related to work in this field are: fire-arms assembler, assistant gun-smith, policeman, immigration inspector, and plant security policeman. A few of the civilian jobs related to logistics are: inven-tory clerk, shipping clerk, pier superintendent, stock con-trol clerk or supervisor, and warehouse manager. Some civilian jobs related to specialties in this field are: surveyor, geodetic computer, meteorologist, radio operator, recording engineer, and ord-nance inspector. Typical civilian jobs related to specialties in the utilities field are: electrician, plumber, steam fitter, refrigeration mechanic, electric motor re-pairman, and stationary en-gineer. Civilian jobs related to spe-cialties in this field are: sheet metal worker, eng·ineering equipment mechanic, carpen-ter, road machinery operator, rigger, and constn1ction super-intendent. Some of the civilian jobs related to specialties in this field are: architectural or me-chanical draftsman, surveyor, cartographer, geodetic com-puter, illustrator, and com-mercial artist. Some directly related civil-ian jobs a1•e: printing composi-tor, linotype operator, photo-lithographer, pressman, print-ing makeup man, proofreader, bookbinder, and printing plant foreman. Some related civilian jobs a1·e: automotive mechanic, bulldozer operator or repair-man, caterpillar repairman, armament machinist-mechan-ic, and gunsmith assistant. Career Fields Marine Corps No. 11 Armament Repair (W) ~arine Corps No. 13 Ammunition, Explosive Ord· nance Disposal, and Atomic Marine Corps No. 14 Operational Communications (W) Marine Corps No. 15 Telephone and Teletype Maintenance (W) Marine Corps No. 16 Electronics Maintenance Marine Corps No. 17 Supply Administration And Operations (W) Marine Corps No. IS Transportation (W) Marine Corps No. 19 Supply Services Marine Corps No. 20 Food Service~ (W) Dutle!l ond Responsibilities Armament repairmen inM spect, maintain, and repair: inM fantry, artillery, and antiair-craft weapons; fire control opM tical instruments; operates machine tools or modifies me-tal parts and maintains time-pieces and similar instruments. Ammunition and explosive ordnance disposal technicians inspect, issue, and supervise the storage of ammunition and explosives; locate, disarm or detonate, and salvage unex-ploded bombs and other ex-plosives. Specialists Jay communica-tions wire; install and operate field telephone equipment; set up and operate field radio, radio telegraph, radio relay, and teletypewriter equipment; encode and decode messages. Maintenance specialists in-stall, inspect, and repair tele-phone, teletype, and crypto-graphic equipment and cables, calibrates precision electronic, mechanical, dimensional and optical test instruments. Electronics technicians in-stall, test, maintain, and repair air-search radar equipment, and radio, radio relay, sound equipment, missile landing sys-tems and guided missile fire control and guidance systems. Supplymen perform duties as: electronics, ordnance, engi-neering, and automotive stock-men; aviation supply clerks and supervisors; warehouse-men; supply administration clerks and supervisors, and allotment accounting clerks. Transportation specialists handle cargo and transact business of freight shipping and receiving, including rout-ing and cost computing, and of passenger transportation for marines traveJing on or-ders. Marines in this field may service and repair office ma-chines, recondition and repair leather and textile equipment, and operate laundry and dry cleaning facilities. Food services personnel are cooks, bakers, or meat cutters. Designation as food services technician~ with responsibility for overall operation of food service unit, is gained by ex-perience and promotion. Quallticutlons Preparation for work in this field should include studying such high school courses as mathematics, physics, mechan-ics, machine shop,, and blue-print reading, welding and heat treatment of metal and electricity." Knowledge of high school level mechanics, general sci-ence, physics, and chemistry would be beneficial in the am-munition and explosive ord-nance disposal field. High school courses in mathematics, physics, typing, electricity, and electronics would be useful in the opera-tional communications field. Students interested in this field should include mathe-matics, physics, electricity, and blueprint reading courses jn their high school studies. Courses in electronics and missile system maintenance field, mathematics, physi.::s, electricity, electronics, and blueprint reading would be very useful in the electronics maintenance field. ' High school courses in typM ing, bookkeeping, office ma-chine operation, and other commercial subjects would give useful background for supply administration and operations work. High school courses in typ-ing, bookkeeping, business arithmetic, office machine op-eration, and other commercial subjects would be beneficial. Vocational high school or hig-h school shop courses in electricity, mechanics, and textiles would prove useful in the supply services field. Knowledge gained in high school hygiene, biology, chem-istry, home economics, and bookkeeping courses, as well as civiliim food service experi-ence, would be useful. Related Civilian Jobs Some related civilian jobs are: armament mechanic-ma-chinist, gunsmith, time-re-cording equipment service-man, tool and die maker, radio electrician, optical instrument inspector, and electrical engi-neer. Some related civilian jobs are: firearms and ammuni-ti'on proof director, ordnance technician (government), and powder and explosives inspec-tor. Some related civilian jobs are: radio operator, telegra-phic-teletypewriter operator, telephone lineman, radio broadcasting traffic manager, and communications engineer. Typical civilian jobs related to work in this field are: telephone installer and trouble shooter, radio repairman, cable splicer, and office machine serviceman. Some related civilian job:,: are: radio and television re. pairman, radio engineer, elec-trical instrument repairman, recording engineer, communi-cations engineer, and electrical engineer. Some related civilian jobs are: shipping and receiving clerk, stock and inventory clerk, stock control supervisor, warehouse foreman-·manager, parts man, and purchasing agent. Typical civilian jobs related to work in this field are: ship-ping clerk, cargo handler. traf-fic rate clerk, freight traffic agent, passenger agent, and railroad station agent. Some civilian jobs related to the supply services field are: upholsterer, office machine serviceman, leather crafts-man, dry cleaning and laundry plant ioreman-manager. Related civilian jobs are: cook-chef, baker, meat cuttel' or butcher, caterer, executive chef, dietician, and restau-rant or cafeteria manager. -24-Career Fl0ld11 Marine CorpR No. 21 Auditing, Finance and Accounting (W) Marine Corps No. 22 Motor Transport (W) Marine Corp~ No. 23 Steward Marine Corps No. 24 Data Processing (W) Marine Corps No. 25 Marine Corps Exchange (W) Marine Corps No. 26 Informational Services (W) Marine CorpR No. 27 Photography (W) Marine Corp~'> No. 28 Band Marine Corps No. 29 Nuclear, Biological And Chemical -25-Uutlt•~t ond Rt>Sfltllll'llblllth•& Auditing, finance, and ac-counting specialists prepare and audit personnel pay records, process public vouch-ers, and administer and audit unit fiscal accounts. Marines in this field are automotive mechanics and body repairmen, motor vehicle and amphibian truck oper-ators, and supervisors and administrators of motor trans-port units and facilities. Stewards serve as skilled cooks, bakers, and attendants in an officers' mess or in offi-cers' qual'ters. Chief stewards reach top enlisted rank. After training, ma1·ines op-erate data processing and card punch machines. With experi-ence and promotions as operators, specialists advance to positions as data processing accountants or digital compu-ter programmer-operators. Exchange specialists keep books and other financial re-cords, audit bookkeeping re-cords, and perform sales and merchandize stock control du-ties in a Mal'ine Corps (post) exchange. Information specialists ga-ther material for, write, and edit news stories, feature arti-cles, and historical reports; gathe-r, prepare, and edit ma-terial for radio and television broadcast. Marine photographers oper-ate still, motion picture, and aerial cameras; develop film, and print photographs. Other specialists test and t'enair cameras, and edit moti·m pic-ture film. Bandsmen play in the Ma-rine Corps Band, unit bands, and drum and bugle corps; may become drum majors, or assis-tant leaders. Other skilled specialists repair musical in-struments. Nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) specialists maintain and operate NBC protective, detection, and mea-suring equipment and instru-ments; train and supervise NBC defense personnel. Quallfll•ntlonfl Interest in computational work, skill in arithmetic, and attentiveness to detail are im-portant. High school courses in tyoing, bookkeeping, office machines, and mathematics would be useful. High school shop courses in automotive mechanics, machine shop, electricity, and blueprint reading would provide skills useful in the motor transport field. Hig·h school cotll'ses in hy-giene, chemistry, and book-keeping, as well as civilian food service experience, ·would be useful. Duties l'equire clerical apti~ tude, finget• and manual dex-terity, and eye-hand coOl·dina-tion. High school courses in tyning-, office machines, and other commercial subjects would be useful. High school commercidl course subjects such as typing, bookkeeping, business arithme-tic, office machines, and ac-counting· would be useful. Hig·h school courses in Eng-lish grammal' and composition, typing, speech, and journalism and experience on the staff of a school newspaper or year-book would be very helpful. Students interested in pho-tography should include in their high school studies courses in mathematics. phys-ics, and chemistry. A shop course in electricity would be useful. High school music courses and experience as a member of a high school band or orchestra wotlld be of value. Knowledge gained in high school biology, physics, and chemistry courses would give adequate background. Typical civilian jobs related to disbursing specialties are: payroll clerk. cost clerk, book-keeper, cashier, bank teller, accounting and audit clerk, and accountant. Some related civilian jobs are: mechanic or body re-pairman, automobile electri-cal systems repairman, truck driver, motor vehicle dispatch-er, and motor transport depot master. Some related civilian jobs are: cook-chef, baker, meat cutter, caterer, and restau-rant or cafeteria manager. Some related civilian jobs are: key punch operator, tabu-lating and sorting machine operator, accounting clerk, general accountant, and cost accountant. Some related civilian jobs are: salesman, stock control supervisor, buyer, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, accountant, and auditor. Typical related civilian jobs are: news reporter-correspon-dent, news rewrite man, columnist, copyreader, copy editor, news editor, radio-tele-vision announcer, and script writer. Some t·elated civilian jobs are: commercial photograph er, news photographer. cine-matographer, copy camera-man, motion picture film edi-tor, camera repairman, and instrument repairman. Civilian jobs related directly to this field are: musician, music librarian, music teacher, bandmaster, orchestrator, mu-sic dh·ector, orchestra leader, and musical instrument re-pairman. Some related civilian jobs are: mine inspector, gas treater, and laboratory assist-ant (biological, chemical, and radiological). Marine Corps No. 30 Aircraft Maintenance (W) Marine Corps No. 31 Aviation Ordnance Marine Corps No. 32 Aviation Electronics (W) Marine Corps No. 33 Air Control/ Anti-Air Warfare (W) Marine Corps No. 34 Aero logy (W) Marine Corps No. 35 Aviation Training Devices (W) Marine Corps No. 36 Aviation Operations (W) Marine Corps No. 37 Flight Equipment (W) Duties and R<'SIHIIJslbillties Specialists serve as jet or reciprocating engine mechan~ ics, structures and hydraulics: mechanics, aircraft safety equipment men; prepare re-ports and schedules pertain-ing to engineering operation. Aviation ordnancemen in-spect, maintain, and l'epair aviation ordnance such as ma-chine guns and cannons; as-semble and load bombs and rockets; and handle and store aviation munitions. Technicians install and re-pair aircraft and aviation ground radio and radar equip-ment and systems; repair air-borne fire control equipment; repair air-launched guided mis-siles; serve as electricians and instrument repairmen. According to specialties, air controllers operate airfield control towers and radio-radar air traffic control systems; others, aircraft crewmen, are navigators and radio and radar operators, and anti-air warfare missile batterymen. Specialists using various instruments and equipment observe and record weather conditions, collect and distri-bute weather data, and fore-cast weather conditions and trends. Aviation training' devices specialists instruct pilots in instrument flying techniques through the use of instrument trainers, and adjust and re-pair flight instrument train-ers. Aviation 0perations special-ists maintain aircraft log books, publications, and flight operations records; prepare reports and schedules pertain-ing to aviation operations; install and repair aircraft launching and recovery equip-ment. Marines in this field inspect, maintain, and repair para-chutes, flight survival equip-ment, and carbon dioxide and oxygen equipment; others pre-pare supplies and equipment for air drops. Qualifications Hig·h school shop courses in automotive and aircraft me-chanics, metal working, elec-tricity, machine shop and blue-print reading, and courses in mathematics and physics would be of value. Knowledge gained in high school physics course and in electricity, hydraulics, and me-chanics shop courses would be useful in the ordnance field. Importance of high school mathematics and physics courses is stressed. High school shop courses in electric-ity and electronics would be useful. A clear speaking· voice, good hearing, and better than aver-age eyesight are important. High school courses in speech, mathematics, and electricity and experience as a radio "ham" would be helpful. High school courses in gen-eral science, geography, and physics would provide useful background knowledge for aerology specialists. High school courses in mathematics and physics and shop courses in electricity, electronics, and hydraulics would be helpful. Hig·h school courses in typ-ing, geography, and mechani-cal drawing would be useful. Vocational high school courses in leathercraft and textiles would be useful. Typical related civilian jobs are: aircraft mechanic, elec-trician, or hydraulics special-ist; aviation machinist or sheet metal worker; aircraft instrument maker-repait'man. Some civilian jobs related to work in the aviation ord-nance field are: firearms as-sembler, gunsmith, armament mechanic, and aircraft ac-cessories repairman. Some related civilian jobs are: radio and television re~ pairman, electrical instrument repairman, communications engineer, and electrical or electronics engineers. Some closely related ci-vilian jobs are: airport con-trol tower operator, flight radio operator, navigator, in-strument-landing truck oper-ator, and radio or television studio engineer. Some closely related civilian jobs are: weather observer and forecaster, airways ob-server, weatherman, meteor-ological plotter, flight-advis-ory meteorologist, and meteor-ologist. Some civilian jobs related to work in the aviation training devices field are: link trainer instructor, radio operator, in-strument inspector, office ma-chine salesman, and instru-ment instructor. Some civilian jobs related to work in the aviation opera-tions field are: airplane dis-patch clerk, flight dispatcher, and timekeeper. Some civilian jobs related to work in the flight equipment field are: parachute packer Ol' repairman, aircraft fabric worker, automobile upholster-er, gas worker, and sewing machine serviceman. -26-l l l ll lllllll~i~ijilll]lilil~~~ll~~~~~~~]lll llllllll 3 1723 02102 9145 a place to grow

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