Structural Mechanic Course
Structural Mechanic Course
November 2020
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CAREER ROADMAP
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
Aviation Structural Mechanic - Hydraulics (AM). AMs maintains all aircraft main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems,
actuating subsystems, and landing gear. Responsible for maintenance on the aircraft fuselage (mainframe) wings airfoils,
associated fixed and moveable surfaces and flight controls.
YEARS CAREER AVERAGE COMMISSIONING SEA/SHORE TYPICAL CAREER PATH
OF MILESTONES TIME TO OR OTHER FLOW DEVELOPMENT
SERVICE ADVANCE SPECIAL
PROGRAMS
26-30 AFCM 22.3 Yrs CSEL 36/36 Follow on Shore/Sea Tours
23-26 AFCM 22.3 Yrs CSEL, CMD SCPO, 36 4th Sea Tour
AMCS 18.8 CWO Spec. Recon Billet: Prod/Maint
Team (SRT), Blue LCPO/CSEL/ Dept LCPO
Angels Duty: Squadron/AIMD/Staff
Qualification: SEA
20-23 AFCM 22.3 Yrs CWO, CSEL, Brig 36 3rd Shore Tour
AMCS 18.8 Duty, ECM, Rating Billet: MMCPO/MSCPO/Staff
AMC 14.7 Detailer/Rating LCPO/Production
Specialist LCPO/SEA/SEL/CSEL
Duty: TYCOM/AIMD/NAR
Qualification: SEA / GGR
16-20 AMCS 18.8 Yrs MECP, OCS, LDO, 42 3rd Sea Tour
AMC 14.7 CWO, CSEL, RDC, Billet: Maint LCPO/Dept
AM1 9.2 Equal Opportunity LCPO/QA/CSEL
Advisor, Drug and Duty: Squadron/AIMD Afloat
Alcohol Counselor, Qualification: SFF
13-16 AMCS 18.8 Yrs Brig Duty, Instructor 36 2nd Shore Tour
AMC 14.7 Duty Spec. Recon Billet: Instructor/Recruit
AM1 9.2 Team (SRT), Blue Division
Angels CDR/PERS/BUPERS/Staff/
Div/Prod/Maint CPO/SEA/SEL
Duty: Fleet Replacement
Squadron/AIMD/NAR/WING
Inspector/Advisor
Qualification:
LCPO/SFF/GGR
9-13 AMC 14.7 Yrs 48 2nd Sea Tour
AM1 9.2 Billet: Maint Tech/WC
AM2 4.0 Sup/QA/LPO/DIV LCPO
Duty: Squadron/AIMD Afloat
Qualification:
SFF/EAWS/LPO
6-9 AM1 9.2 Yrs MECP, STA-21, 36 1st Shore Tour
AM2 4.0 Naval Academy, Billet: Maint Tech/NDI
AM3 2.0 NROTC, LDO, RDC, Tech/WC Sup/Instructor/QA
Recruiter, Brig Duty, Duty: NAS/AIMD/NAR
Instructor Duty
1-6 AM2 4.0 Yrs 60 1st Sea Tour
AM3 2.0 Billet: Maint Tech/Plane
Captain/
CDI/Maint Turn Qual
Duty: Squadron/AIMD
Qualification: EAWS
1+/- AMAN 9 Months Recruit Training (8 weeks)/’A’
AMAA School (9 weeks)/’C’ School
Accession for
Training aircraft platform or AIMD billet
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
Notes:
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
1. Sea Assignments
• Notes regarding Special ReconnaissanceTeams (SRT/NSWDG):
o Enlisted members operate in small detachments maintaining and flying Unmanned Aircraft
Systems (UAS). Requires special screening and extensive training
o “Ranked” evaluations or documentation utilizing the following qualifications is indicative of
excellence and ability to lead, and qualify in other platforms of aircraft
o Basic qualifications
Combat Support
UAS Operator
UAS Maintenance
Expeditionary Warfare Specialist
o Advanced qualifications
Mission Commander (Pinnacle UAS qualification)
SFF
Instructor
Information Warfare Specialist
• Documentation of utilizing in-rate basic and advanced qualifications
o Collateral Duty Inspector basic qualification (CDI)
o Quality Assurance Representative advanced qualification (QAR)
• Utilizing/documentation of usage of advanced qualifications
o APU / High-Power / Low-Power Turn Qualification / Yellow/Green/Black Belt certifications
o Documentation of usage/impact of basic and advanced qualifications is essential
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
o Out-of-rate qualifications (multi-workcenter/full systems CDI/CDQAR/QAR, etc.) are
indicative of character and ability to lead and communicate at the department level
• At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
• At least one command collateral duty (Primary or Alternate)
• Should have served as LPO or Assistant LPO of production OR staff division
o Production Control
o Quality Assurance
o Maintenance Control
o Production Division/Work Center
• Safe-For-Flight (SFF) Qualification
o SFF qualification is not required for advancement to E-7 but is an advanced qualification for a
E-6. E-6’s holding the SFF qualification WITH documentation of experience utilizing the
qualification at sea OR shore should be given high consideration for advancement
• If billeted to a ship, attainment of minimum shipboard quals is prudent. At a minimum, the following
qualifications should be achieved and kept current: 3M (301-306), DC(301-313)
• Watch qualifications onboard: Petty Officer of the Watch, Junior Officer of the Deck (JOOD)
• Collateral duties / Mess Involvement
o FCPOA position (president/secretary/treasurer/etc.)
o Sailor 360 involvement
o Documentation of performance and impact from command involvement/command collateral
duty performance
2. Shore Assignments
• Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively at the department OR command level
o RDC / Instructor / Recruiter / PERS / BUPERS
o Attainment of Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification if eligible
• Notes regarding Naval Special Warfare UAS (SRT/ATC)
o NSW UAS Instructors work in UIC’s that are designed to retain select, experienced NSW
UAS personnel to train incoming UAS operators in special warfare and UAS
maintenance/flight operations. Designation as a NSW UAS Instructor is indicative of
excellence and ability to lead at the department/command level
• Attainment and utilization of advanced qualifications at the journeyman level
• Safe-For-Flight (SFF) Qualification
o SFF qualification is not required for advancement to E-7 but is an advanced qualification for a
E-6. E-6’s holding the SFF qualification WITH documentation of experience utilizing the
qualification should be given high consideration for advancement
• Utilizing/documentation of usage of advanced qualifications
o APU / High-Power / Low-Power Turn Qualification
o Documentation of usage/impact of basic and advanced qualifications is essential
o Out-of-rate qualifications (multi-workcenter/full systems CDI/CDQAR/QAR, etc.) are
indicative of character and ability to lead and communicate at the department level
o Aviation Program Team (APT)
APT provides oversight of contract requirements in support of the GFR, GGFR, and
COR in areas to include maintenance management, safety, QA, and property control
GGR’s are responsiuble for surveillance and oversight of contractor aircraft ground
operations as part of an Aviation Program Team. Designation as a GGR is
considered an advanced qualification for E-6’s and may only be granted to top-
performaning E-6’s in a program team
• Collateral duties / Mess Involvement
o FCPOA position (president/secretary/treasurer/etc.)
o Sailor 360 involvement
o Documentation of performance and impact from command involvement/command collateral
duty performance
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
Considerations for advancement from E7 to E8
1. Sea Assignments
• Notes regarding Special ReconnaissanceTeams (SRT/NSWDG):
o Enlisted members operate in small detachments maintaining and flying Unmanned Aircraft
Systems (UAS). Requires special screening and extensive training
o “Ranked” evaluations or documentation utilizing the following qualifications is indicative of
excellence and ability to lead, and qualify in other platforms of aircraft
o Basic qualifications
Combat Support
UAS Operator
UAS Maintenance
Expeditionary Warfare Specialist
o Advanced qualifications
Mission Commander (Pinnacle UAS qualification)
SFF
Instructor
Information Warfare Specialist
• At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
• Staff Duty
o Wing Advisor / CNAF Inspection Team
o Successful tour is indicated by documented superior performance since teams are comprised
of subject matter experts
• Safe for Flight (SFF) Qualification if stationed at the O-Level (Squadron)
o SFF Qualified on at least one aircraft platform if stationed at VX Squadron
• At least 12 months in a command role / billet
o Maintenance / Production Control (Desk Chief)
o Division LCPO
o Detachment LCPO
o Documentation of superior performance in a primary duty
Evidenced by inspection results such as AMI/MPA/MCI/etc. where aviation-type
inspections are performed
• Strong consideration for designation and documentation as a Detachment (DET) LCPO
o Rescue DETs and DETs for new delivery aircraft do NOT qualify as Detachment LCPO
• If assigned to a sea-going vessel, attainment of minimum shipboard quals is prudent. At a minimum,
the following qualifications should be achieved and kept current: 3M (304) and DCCT
• Watch qualifications onboard: Enlisted Section Leader, Officer of the Deck (OOD)
• Major command collateral duty with documented impact
• Collateral duties / Mess Involvement
o CPOA involvement and collateral duties should be subordinate to primary duties
o Sailor 360 involvement, leading, mentoring Sailors with results
o Documentation of performance and impact from command involvement/command collateral
duty performance
2. Shore Assignments
• Notes regarding Naval Special Warfare UAS (SRT/ATC)
o NSW UAS Instructors work in UIC’s that are designed to retain select, experienced NSW UAS
personnel to train incoming UAS operators in special warfare and UAS maintenance/flight
operations. Designation as a NSW UAS Instructor is indicative of excellence and ability to lead at
the department/command level
• At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
• Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively in and out of community
o RDC / Instructor / Recruiter / PERS / BUPERS
o Attainment of Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification if eligible
• Staff Duty
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
o Wing Advisor / CNAF Inspection Team / Gropund Government Representative
o Successful tour is indicated by documented superior performance since teams are comprised
of subject matter experts
o Aviation Program Team (APT)
APT provides oversight of contract requirements in support of the GFR, GGFR, and
COR in areas to include maintenance management, safety, QA, and property control
1. Sea Assignments
• Notes regarding Special ReconnaissanceTeams (SRT/NSWDG):
o Enlisted members operate in small detachments maintaining and flying Unmanned Aircraft
Systems (UAS). Requires special screening and extensive training
o “Ranked” evaluations or documentation utilizing the following qualifications is indicative of
excellence and ability to lead, and qualify in other platforms of aircraft
o Basic qualifications
Combat Support
UAS Operator
UAS Maintenance
Expeditionary Warfare Specialist
o Advanced qualifications
Mission Commander (Pinnacle UAS qualification)
SFF
Instructor
Information Warfare Specialist
• The 724B NEC (Maintenance and Material Control Master Chief) is NOT required for advancement to
E9.
• 770B NEC Maintenance Supervisor is not required for advancement but indicates MBR’s ability to
advance in responsibility
o Schooling required
• SEA (required)
• Successfully lead a Sea-going detachment
o Rescue DETs and DETs for new delivery aircraft do not qualify as Detachment LCPO
• At least 12 months in a command role / billet
o Maintenance / Production Control Supervisor
o Division LCPO at I-Level
o Quality Assurance Supervisor
o Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI / MCI / MPA, etc.)
o SRT LCPO
• At least one warfare pin
• Senior Enlisted Leader during absence of incumbent
o Not required for advancement however a positive indicator of responsibility, character,
integrity, and ability to lead at the command level
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AM CAREER PATH
(AW)
• If assigned to and sea-going vessel, attainment of minimum shipboard quals is prudent. At a
minimum, the following qualifications should be achieved and kept current: 3M (304) and DCCT
• Watch qualifications onboard: Enlisted Section Leader, Officer of the Deck (OOD)
• Command Collateral with documented impact
• Collateral duties / CPOA Involvement
o CPOA involvement and collateral duties should be subordinate to primary duties
o Committee lead or alternate / selectee sponsor
o Sailor 360 involvement, leading, mentoring Sailors with results
o Documentation of performance and impact from command involvement/command collateral
duty performance
2. Shore Assignments
• The 724B NEC (Maintenance and Material Control Master Chief) is NOT required for advancement to
E9
• 770B NEC Maintenance Supervisor is not required for advancement but indicates MBR’s ability to
advance in responsibility
• SEA (required)
• At least 12 months in a command role / billet
o Maintenance / Production Control Supervisor
o Division LCPO at I-Level
o Quality Assurance Supervisor
o Maintenance Control Supervisor
o Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI / MCI / MPA, etc.)
o Documentation of impact of performance
• Staff Duty
o Wing Advisor / CNAF Inspection Team / Ground Government Representative
o Successful tour is indicated by documented superior performance since teams are comprised
of subject matter experts
• Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively in and out of community
o RDC / Instructor / Recruiter / PERS / BUPERS
o Attainment of Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification if eligible
• Senior Enlisted Leader during absence of incumbent
o Not required for advancement however a positive indicator of responsibility, character,
integrity, and ability to lead at the command level
• At least one warfare pin
• Command Collateral Duty with documented impact
• CPOA involvement
• Sailor 360 / Initiation involvement (committee lead or alternate / selectee sponsor)
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AM CAREER PATH
FULL TIME SUPPORT (FTS)
The Aviation Structural Mechanic - Hydraulics (AM) maintains all aircraft main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating
subsystems, and landing gear. Responsible for maintenance on the aircraft fuselage (mainframe) wings airfoils, associated fixed
and moveable surfaces and flight controls.
YEARS CAREER AVERAGE COMMISSIONING SEA/SHORE TYPICAL CAREER PATH
OF MILESTONES TIME TO OR OTHER ROTATION DEVELOPMENT
SERVICE ADVANCE SPECIAL
PROGRAMS
26-30 AFCM 23.3 Yrs CSEL, 8CMC 36/36 Follow-on Shore Tours
23-26 AFCM 23.3 Yrs CSEL, 8CMC/8CSC 36/36 4th Sea Tour
AMCS 19.1 48/48 Billet: MMCPO/MSCPO/Staff
LCPO/Production LCPO/
SEL/CSEL
Duty: AMMT/Squadron
Qualification: Senior Enlisted
Academy
20-23 AFCM 23.3 Yrs CWO, CSEL, 36/36 3rd Shore Tour
AMCS 19.1 8CMC/8CSC, ECM, 48/48 Billet: MMCPO/MSCPO/Staff
AMC 15.3 Rating Detailer 48/36 LCPO/Production LCPO/
SEL/CSEL
Duty: PERS/AMMT/WING/
Squadron/FRS/FRC/NOSC
Qualification: Senior Enlisted
Academy /NOSC PQS
16-20 AMCS 19.1 Yrs OCS, CWO, CSEL, 48/48 3rd Sea Tour
AMC 15.3 8CSC 48/36 Billet: Maint LCPO/Dept
AM1 9.7 60/36 LCPO/QA/CSEL
Duty: AMMT/Squadron
Qualification: SFF/SFM
12-16 AMC 15.3 Yrs OCS, LDO, CWO, 48/36 2nd Shore Tour
AM1 9.7 CSEL, RDC, Equal 60/36 Billet: Instructor/RDC
Opportunity Advisor, /Staff/Div/Prod/
Instructor Duty Maint CPO/QA/SEA/SEL
Duty: PERS/WING/AMMT/
Squadron/FRS/TSU/FRC/
NOSC
Qualification:
LCPO/SFF/SFM/NOSC
PQS/NDI
8-12 AMC 15.3 Yrs OCS, LDO 48/36 2nd Sea Tour
AM1 9.7 60/36 Billet: Maint Tech/WC Sup/
AM2 4.5 60/36 QA/LPO/DIV LCPO
Duty: AMMT/Squadron
Qualification:
SFF/SFM/EAWS/LPO
4-8 AM1 9.7 Yrs STA-21, LDO, RDC, 60/36 1st Shore Tour
AM2 4.5 Instructor Duty 60/36 Billet: Maint Tech/WC
Sup/LPO/Instructor/QA
Duty: Squadron/TSU/NAS/
FRC/NOSC
Qualification: EAWS/NOSC
PQS/NDI
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AM CAREER PATH
FULL TIME SUPPORT (FTS)
Notes:
2. This is a compression rating - AM/AME ratings compress to AM rating at Senior Chief. AM/AD ratings
compress to AF rating at Master Chief.
3. ACRONYMS INCLUDE:
1. Sea Assignments
Documentation of utilizing in-rate qualifications:
o Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)
o Quality Assurance Representative (QAR)
At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
Should have previously served or is currently serving as LPO of:
o Production Division
o Work Center
o Quality Assurance
o Maintenance Control
Safe-For-Flight (SFF)/Safe-For-Mission (SFM) Qualification O-Level (Squadron)
o ***SFF/SFM qualification is not required for advancement to E-7 but is considered to be the
pinnacle of aviation maintenance qualifications. E-6’s holding the SFF/SFM qualification
should be given appropriate consideration for advancement due to the nature of the
qualification.
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AM CAREER PATH
FULL TIME SUPPORT (FTS)
Upper-level qualifications
o Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative (FSQAR) / High-Power / Low-Power Turn
Qualification. Not required but a good indicator of character and ability to operate
responsibly.
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
FCPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
2. Shore Assignments
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). There is no special screening for FRS Squadrons. However, FRS
should be considered arduous duty due to the nature of operations.
o Squadron Augment Units (SAU) and Tactical Support Units (TSU) augment and support
Fleet Replacement Squadrons and type wing operational requirements.
Personnel assigned to Navy Operational Support Centers (NOSC) SHALL complete the NOSC
Watchstander PQS (NAVEDTRA 43075).
Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively.
o RDC/Instructor/TYCOM/WING
o Attainment of 805A Instructor NEC and Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification if
eligible.
I-Level shore facility favorable positions include:
o Production Control LPO
o Quality Assurance LPO
o Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) Technician
o Upper-level qualifications
Production Division Quality Assurance Representative (QAR)/High-Power/Low-
Power Turn Qualification (400 Division Personnel). Not required but a good
indicator of character and ability to operate responsibly.
o Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
O-Level (Squadron) favorable positions include:
o Safe-For-Flight(SFF)/Safe-For-Mission (SFM) Qualification
o ***SFF/SFM qualification is not required for advancement to E-7 but is considered the
pinnacle of maintenance qualifications. E-6’s holding the SFF/SFM qualification should be
given appropriate consideration for advancement due to the nature of the qualification.
o Upper-level qualifications
Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative (FSQAR)/High-Power/Low-Power
Turn Qualification. Not required but a good indicator of character and ability to
operate responsibly.
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
FCPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
1. Sea Assignments
At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
Safe for Flight (SFF)/Safe for Mission(SFM) Qualification if stationed at the O-Level (Squadron)
o SFF/SFM Qualified on at least one aircraft platform
At least 12 months in a command role/billet:
o Maintenance LCPO
o QA LCPO
o Detachment LCPO
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AM CAREER PATH
FULL TIME SUPPORT (FTS)
Strong consideration for personnel designated as a Detachment LCPO:
o Rescue DETs and/or new delivery aircraft do NOT qualify as Detachment LCPO
Strong consideration for arduous duty as Aviation Maintenance Monitoring Team (AMMT) which
demonstrates leadership, character, and ability to communicate effectively.
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
2. Shore Assignments
At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
Staff Duty
o TYCOM Advisor/WING Inspector
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). There is no special screening for FRS Squadrons. However, FRS
should be considered arduous duty due to the nature of operations.
o Squadron Augment Units (SAU) and Tactical Support Units (TSU) augment and support
Fleet Replacement Squadrons and type wing operational requirements.
Personnel assigned to Navy Operational Support Centers (NOSC) SHALL complete the NOSC
Watchstander PQS.
Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively.
o NOSC SEL/RDC/Instructor/TYCOM/WING
o Attainment of 805A Instructor NEC and Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification if
eligible
I-Level shore facility:
o Production Division LCPO
o Quality Assurance LCPO
o Production Control LCPO
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
1. Sea Assignments
The 724B OR 770B NEC is required for advancement to E9.
Senior Enlisted Academy or other service equivalent (required)
Successfully lead a Maintenance Department
At least 12 months in a command role/billet
o Maintenance SCPO- SHALL be Safe For Flight/Safe For Mission
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
o QA SCPO
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
Strong consideration for ardulous duty as Aviation Maintenance Monitoring Team (AMMT) which
demonstrates leadership, character, and ability to communicate effectively.
At least one warfare pin (AW Primary)
Senior Enlisted Leader during absence of incumbent
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AM CAREER PATH
FULL TIME SUPPORT (FTS)
o Not required for advancement however a positive indicator of responsibility, character,
competence and integrity.
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
2. Shore Assignments
The 724B OR 770B NEC is required for advancement to E9.
Senior Enlisted Academy or other service equivalent (Required)
At least 12 months in a command role / billet
o Maintenance SCPO (O-Level)- SHALL be Safe For Flight/Safe For Mission
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
o Production SCPO (I-Level)
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
o QA SCPO
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
Staff Duty
o TYCOM Advisor/WING Inspector
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). There is no special screening for FRS Squadrons. However, FRS
should be considered arduous duty due to the nature of operations.
o Squadron Augment Units (SAU) and Tactical Support Units (TSU) augment and support
Fleet Replacement Squadrons and type wing operational requirements.
Personnel assigned to Navy Operational Support Centers (NOSC) SHALL complete the NOSC
Watchstander PQS.
I-Level shore facility:
o Production Division LCPO
o Quality Assurance LCPO
o Production Control LCPO
Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively.
o NOSC SEL/TYCOM/WING
Senior Enlisted Leader during absence of incumbent
o Not required for advancement however a positive indicator of responsibility, character,
competence and integrity.
At least one warfare pin (AW Primary)
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
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AM CAREER PATH
SELECTED RESERVE (SELRES)
The Aviation Structural Mechanic-(AM) maintains all aircraft main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems,
and landing gear. Responsible for maintenance on the aircraft fuselage (mainframe) wings airfoils, associated fixed and moveable
surfaces and flight controls. AMs also perform routine maintenance, prepare aircraft for flight and assist in handling aircraft on the
ground.
YEARS OF CAREER AVERAGE COMMISSIONING SEA/SHORE TYPICAL CAREER PATH
SERVICE MILESTONES TIME TO OR OTHER ROTATION DEVELOPMENT
PROMOTE SPECIAL
PROGRAMS
26-30 AFCM 23.1 Yrs CMC/CSEL N/A
23-26 AFCM 23.1Yrs CSEL N/A Billet: Maint LCPO, CSEL,
AMCS 18.7 Dept LCPO.
Duty: Squadron, FRC, Staff.
Qualification: SEA.
20-23 AFCM 23.1 Yrs CSEL N/A Billet: Maint LCPO,
AMCS 18.7 Production LCPO, CSEL.
AMC 16.0 Duty: Squadron, FRC, NOSC.
Qualification: SEA.
16-20 AMCS 18.7 Yrs MECP, OCS, CWO, N/A Billet: Maint LCPO, Dept
AMC 16.0 CSEL, LCPO, QA LCPO.
AM1 10.9 Duty: Squadron, FRC, NOSC.
Qualification: SFF, QAR,
FSQAR
12-16 AMC 16.0 Yrs MECP, OCS, LDO, N/A Billet: Division, Production,
AM1 10.9 CWO, CSEL, Equal Maint CPO, Command Chief.
Opportunity Advisor, Duty: Squadaron, FRC.
Drug and Alcohol Qualification: SFF, FSQAR,
Counselor CDQAR, QAR, CDI
8-12 AM1 10.9 Yrs MECP, OCS, LDO N/A Billet: Maint Tech, WC Sup,
AM2 6.0 QA LPO.
Duty: Squadron, FRC.
Qualification: EAWS, LPO,
Maint Turn Qual, QAR.
4-8 AM1 10.9 Yrs MECP, STA-21, N/A Billet: Maint Tech, WC Sup,
AM2 6.0 Naval Academy, QA.
AM3 3.6 NROTC, LDO Duty: Squadron, NAS, FRC,
NOSC.
Qualification: EAWS, CDI,
Plane Captain, Maint Turn
Qual.
1-4 AM2 6.0 Yrs N/A Billet: Maint Tech, Plane
AM3 3.6 Captain, CDI, Maint Turn Qual.
Duty: Squadron
Qualification: EAWS, CDI,
Plane Captain.
1+/- AMAN 9 Months N/A Recruit Training (8 weeks), 'A'
AMAA School (9 weeks), 'C' School for
Accession Training aircraft platform or FRC billet.
NOTES:
1. “A” school is not required.
2. This is a compression rating - AM/AME ratings compress to AM rating at Senior Chief. AM/AD ratings
compress to AF rating at Master Chief.
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AM CAREER PATH
SELECTED RESERVE (SELRES)
700A: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) External Pilot 1
701A: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Internal Pilot 1
702A: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Payload Operator 1
724B: Aviation Maintenance Material Control Master Chief
761B: Stationary Hydraulics Test Stand Operator/Maintenanceman
762B: Aeronautical Welder 1
763B: Aircraft Non-Destructive Inspection Technician 1
768B: Airborne Mine Countermeasure Systems Career Maintenance (AMCM) Technician (Level I and O)
770B: Aviation Maintenance/Production Chief 1
780A: F-35C Aircraft Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician
805A: Master Training Specialist 1
808A: Basic Swimming and Water Survival Instructor
825A: Safety Technician
830A: Hazardous Material Control Management Technician
833A: Disaster Preparedness Operations and Training Specialists
E00A: CMV-22 Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician
E04A: MH-53E Systems Organizational Maintenance Technlcian
E05A/E28A: C2/E2 Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
E10A: C-40A Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician
E14A: C-130 Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician
E15A/E34A: P-3 Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
E17A: P-8A Aircraft Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
E19A/E38A: F/A-18E/F Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
E20A/E39A: F/A-18 A/B/C/D Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician
E22A: MQ-8B Organizational Maintenance Technician 1
E23A/E41A: H-60 Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician
G30A: MQ-8B/C Mission Payload Operaotr (MPO) 1
G31A: MQ-8B/C Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) 1
I47A: Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Servocylinder Test (STS) Operator/Maintainer 1
I49A: A/F-27T-10 and (STS) Operator/Maintainer 1
I50A: A/F-27T-10 Operator/Maintainer 1
I51A: Advanced Composite Structural Repair IMA Technician 1
NEC Notes:
(1) NEC not applicable to SELRES billets – NEC may be previously earned on Active Component and
carried over to Reserve Component affiliation.
1. Sea Assignments
Documentation of utilizing in-rate qualifications:
o Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)
o Quality Assurance Representative (QAR)
At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
Should have previously served or is currently serving as LPO of:
o Production Division
o Work Center
o Quality Assurance
o Maintenance Control
Safe-For-Flight (SFF)/Safe-For-Mission (SFM) Qualification O-Level (Squadron)
o ***SFF/SFM qualification is not required for advancement to E-7 but is considered to be the
pinnacle of aviation maintenance qualifications. E-6’s holding the SFF/SFM qualification
should be given appropriate consideration for advancement due to the nature of the
qualification.
Upper-level qualifications
o Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative (FSQAR) / High-Power / Low-Power Turn
Qualification. Not required but a good indicator of character and ability to operate
responsibly.
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
First Class Petty Officer Association (FCPOA) with strong involvement and documented impact.
Special consideration should be given to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
2. Shore Assignments
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). There is no special screening for FRS Squadrons. However, FRS
should be considered arduous duty due to the nature of operations.
o Squadron Augment Units (SAU) and Tactical Support Units (TSU) augment and support
Fleet Replacement Squadrons and type wing operational requirements.
I-Level shore facility favorable positions include:
o Production Control LPO
o Quality Assurance LPO
o Upper-level qualifications
Production Division Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) / High-Power / Low-
Power Turn Qualification (400 Division Personnel). Not required but a good
indicator of character and ability to operate responsibly.
o Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
O-Level (Squadron/SAU) favorable positions include:
o Safe-For-Flight/Safe-For-Mission (SFM) Qualification
o ***SFF/SFM qualification is not required for advancement to E-7 but is considered the
pinnacle of maintenance qualifications. E-6’s holding the SFF/SFM qualification should be
given appropriate consideration for advancement due to the nature of the qualification.
o Upper-level qualifications
Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative (FSQAR)/High-Power/Low-Power
Turn Qualification. Not required but a good indicator of character and ability to
operate responsibly.
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SELECTED RESERVE (SELRES)
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
FCPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
1. Sea Assignments
At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
Safe for Flight (SFF)/Safe-For-Mission Qualification if stationed at the O-Level (Squadron)
o SFF/SFM Qualified on at least one aircraft platform
At least 12 months in a command role/billet:
o Maintenance LCPO
o QA LCPO
o Detachment LCPO
Strong consideration for personnel designated as a Detachment LCPO:
o Rescue DETs and/or new delivery aircraft do NOT qualify as Detachment LCPO
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
Chief Petty Officer Association (CPOA) with strong involvement and documented impact. Special
consideration should be given to those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
2. Shore Assignments
At least one warfare pin (AW primary)
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). There is no special screening for FRS Squadrons. However, FRS
should be considered arduous duty due to the nature of operations.
o Squadron Augment Units (SAU) and Tactical Support Units (TSU) augment and support
Fleet Replacement Squadrons and type wing operational requirements.
Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively.
o NOSC SEL
o Attainment of 805A Instructor NEC and Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification if
eligible
I-Level shore facility favorable positions include:
o Production Control LCPO
o Quality Assurance LCPO
o Upper-level qualifications
Production Division Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) / High-Power / Low-
Power Turn Qualification (400 Division Personnel). Not required but a good
indicator of character and ability to operate responsibly.
o Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
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SELECTED RESERVE (SELRES)
Considerations for advancement from E8 to E9
1. Sea Assignments
The 724B OR 770B NEC is required for advancement to E9.
Senior Enlisted Academy or other service equivalent (required)
Successfully lead a Maintenance Department
At least 12 months in a command role/billet
o Maintenance SCPO- SHALL be Safe For Flight/Safe For Mission
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
o QA SCPO
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
At least one warfare pin (AW Primary)
Senior Enlisted Leader during absence of incumbent
o Not required for advancement however a positive indicator of responsibility, character,
competence and integrity.
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
2. Shore Assignments
The 724B OR 770B NEC is required for advancement to E9.
Senior Enlisted Academy or other service equivalent (Required)
At least 12 months in a command role / billet
o Maintenance SCPO (O-Level)- SHALL be Safe For Flight/Safe For Mission
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
o Production SCPO (I-Level)
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
o QA SCPO
Completion of an inspection cycle (AMI/MCI/MPA, etc.)
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS). There is no special screening for FRS Squadrons. However, FRS
should be considered arduous duty due to the nature of operations.
o Squadron Augment Units (SAU) and Tactical Support Units (TSU) augment and support
Fleet Replacement Squadrons and type wing operational requirements.
I-Level shore facility:
o Production Division LCPO
o Quality Assurance LCPO
o Production Control LCPO
Strong consideration for certain successful tours which demonstrate leadership, character, and ability
to communicate effectively.
o NOSC SEL
Senior Enlisted Leader during absence of incumbent
o Not required for advancement however a positive indicator of responsibility, character,
competence and integrity.
At least one warfare pin (AW Primary)
Command Collateral duties with documented impact.
CPOA with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given to
those in leadership positions.
CPO Initiation with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
SAILOR 360 with strong involvement and documented impact. Special consideration should be given
to those in leadership positions.
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Occupational Advancement Requirement Standards (OARS) to E4
NAVEDTRA 44008
NAME:
These Occupational Advancement Requirement Standards (OARS) may be used to validate minimum competencies for performing
various rating-specific tasks in paygrade E4 in this rating. OARS is based on the Personnel Advancement Requirements (PARS) that
were in place prior to 2000 and encompass the Occupational Standards (OCCSTDs) for the rating/paygrade.
Generally, each OARS task area encompasses one or more occupational standards on the same or similar subjects and is written in
on-the-job rating language. Completion indicates the candidate can perform the tasks. If circumstances exist that limits a Sailor’s ability
to effectively demonstrate any OARS task element due to equipment configuration, mission, or operational status, a command may
deem a physical demonstration portion not mandatory. However, commanding officers (CO) must be satisfied that the individual
possesses the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and can properly demonstrate any OARS task at the E4 paygrade, at
the current command or other future commands before final signature.
OARS is not designed to replace other qualification programs such as Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS). OARS items that
duplicate "sign off" items in these types of programs can be signed off if they have already been signed off under any of these types of
programs. OARS is noncompetitive and no relative or absolute mark is assigned.
CORROSION CONTROL
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Apply aircraft coatings
Clean aircraft, support equipment, and aircraft related equipment
Clean composite materials and components
Depreserve aircraft, support equipment, and aircraft related equipment
Inspect aircraft and aircraft components for corrosion
Maintain aircraft coatings
Perform corrosion prevention procedures
Perform emergency reclamations
Preserve aircraft, support equipment, and aircraft related equipment
Treat aircraft and aircraft components for corrosion
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
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FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMS
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Install flight control systems
Install flight controls
Maintain flight control systems
Remove flight control systems
Remove flight controls
Repair flight control systems
Repair flight controls
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
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HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Analyze hydraulic fluid samples
Assemble aircraft hydraulic components
Assemble aircraft pneumatic components
Clean aircraft hydraulic components
Clean aircraft hydraulic systems
Collect hydraulic fluid samples
Disassemble aircraft hydraulic components
Disassemble aircraft pneumatic components
Inspect hydraulic test stands
Install aircraft hydraulic components
Install aircraft pneumatic components
Install in-flight refueling systems
Maintain aircraft hydraulic components
Maintain aircraft hydraulic systems
Maintain aircraft pneumatic systems
Maintain hydraulic test stands
Maintain in-flight refueling systems
Remove aircraft hydraulic components
Remove aircraft pneumatic components
Remove in-flight refueling systems
Repair aircraft hydraulic components
Repair aircraft pneumatic components
Repair in-flight refueling systems
Test aircraft hydraulic components
Test aircraft hydraulic systems
Test aircraft pneumatic components
Test aircraft pneumatic systems
Test hydraulic test stands
Test in-flight refueling systems
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
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LANDING GEAR AND RELATED SYSTEMS
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Assemble landing gear tire and wheel assemblies
Disassemble landing gear tire and wheel assemblies
Install landing gear components and related systems
Install landing gear tire and wheel assemblies
Maintain landing gear components and related systems
Maintain landing gear tire and wheel assemblies
Remove landing gear components and related systems
Remove landing gear tire and wheel assemblies
Repair landing gear and related systems
Repair landing gear tire and wheel assemblies
Test landing gear components and related systems
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
MAINTENANCE ADMINISTRATION
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Document maintenance actions
Process aircraft components for Non-Destructive Inspections (NDI)
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Conduct aircraft daily inspections
Conduct aircraft special inspections
Conduct aircraft turnaround inspections
Conduct Support Equipment (SE) inspections (e.g., daily, preoperational, etc.)
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
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STRUCTURAL REPAIR
Task Objective ** Supv Init Date
Fabricate components, structures, and sub-assemblies
Install aircraft structures
Maintain aircraft fuel cells
Maintain aircraft structural components
Maintain aircraft structures
Maintain structural repair equipment
Repair aircraft fuel cells
Repair aircraft structural components
Repair aircraft structures
** Supv Init may be LPO or E5 or above designee
DIVISION LEADING CHIEF (OR DESIGNEE) SIGNATURE:
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any other false official statement
knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
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COMMAND ENDORSEMENT
Command signatures signify the meeting of the minimum competencies for those in paygrade E-4 in this rating.
Signature level at discretion of command.
DIVISION OFFICER:
________________________________________
DEPARTMENT LCPO:
________________________________________
DEPARTMENT HEAD:
________________________________________
________________________________________
________________________________________
COMMANDING OFFICER:
________________________________________
PENALTY STATEMENT
Any person who, with intent to deceive, signs any false record, return, regulation, order, or other official document, knowing it to be false, or makes any
other false official statement knowing it to be false, shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 71; Pub. L. 114–328, div. E, title LX, § 5419, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2946.)
Once an individual Sailor’s Occupational Advancement Requirement Standards (OARS) have been completed and
endorsed by the local Command, documentation of completed OARS by the Command Pay and Personnel Administrator
(CPPA), Training Officer, or other authorized command representative will be via Navy Standard Integrated Personnel
System (NSIPS) within the Personnel Qualifications section, or Advanced Skills Management (ASM) within the Qual/Cert
Records tab. Entries will generate an Enlisted Service Record (ESR) and Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ) entry. These
entries provide Sailors with electronic documentation of OARS completion as well as Command and Navy Advancement
stakeholders ability to monitor the execution of OARS.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Airman Recruit to Airman
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1 NATTC Pensacola, FL
Aviation Structural Mechanic A School C‑603‑0175 46 days
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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NAVY ENLISTED CLASSIFICATION CODE (NEC) OPPORTUNITIES
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
762B - Aeronautical Welder (AC/GSE WELD CERT) 1 Various N‑701‑0007 54 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
I50A - A/F-27T-10 Test Stand Operator/Maintainer C‑690‑3212 18 days
VA
Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
I51A - Advance Composite Structural Repair Technician 1 C‑603‑3868 26 days
CA
1 Norfolk, VA
E28A - C-2/E-2 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician C‑602‑9476 30 days
E34A - P-3 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Whidbey Island, WA C‑603‑9530 5 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
E38A - F/A-18E/F Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician C‑603‑9976 30 days
VA
1 Oceana, VA
E39A - F/A-18A/B/C/D Systems O Level Initial Maint. Tech C‑603‑9973 33 days
E40A - E-6 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Tinker AFB, OK C‑603‑3501 24 days
E41A - H-60 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Various C‑603‑9408 32 days
E09A - Aircraft Aerial Refueling Stores (ARS) Organizational Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
C‑602‑3084 5 days
Career Maintenance Technician 1 CA
768B - Airborne Mine Countermeasure Systems Career AD/AM C‑601‑9448
Norfolk, VA 51 days
Maintenance (AMCM) Technician (Level I and O) 1 (P/L)
780A - F-35C HYDRAULIC AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
Eglin, FL C‑603‑0007 59 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
E04A - MH-53 AIRFRAMES/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Norfolk, VA C‑603‑9443 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
779A - C-9B Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 1
E08A - MQ-4C Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Organizational
Point Mugu, CA C‑603‑0010 96 days
Maintenance Technician 1
E10A - C-40A Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 R‑603‑5007
E11A - C-20G Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2009 26 days
E14A - C-130 AFPP Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑600‑3520 33 days
803A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Systems Organizational
Commercial N/A
Maintenance Technician 1
E22A - MQ-8B FIRE SCOUT MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN 1 San Diego, CA C‑690‑0037 33 days
769B - C-20A/D Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2017 19 days
E36A - P-8A BASIC CORE ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE
Jacksonville, FL C‑600‑4201 11 days
COURSE 1
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
2 - Active opportunities may exist, contact your Chain-of-Command or Detailer for authorization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; maintain aircraft metallic and non-metallic structures including
fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels, decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection
seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage and distribution systems including main (primary
and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including
wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power, storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches,
wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems; hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft
daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
Mobilization UIC:
PAYGRADE E1/E2 (9 months time in service required for advancement to E2 and E3)
PAYGRADE E3 (6 months time in service required to be eligible for advancement to E4)
Date Advanced: Eligible Advancement Date: Number of times up:
HYT Date: Security Clearance Level: Date Last updated:
Command INDOC complete:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
Professional Apprenticeship Career Track (PACT) only:
6 Month: 12 Month: 18 Month:
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21): Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Officer Candidate School:
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
E6 and below with less than 14 years of service will require a C-Way Application to be approved for reenlistment or extension.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or FTS to FTS
RC to AC/FTS
RC to RC
AC/FTS to CIP (Intermission)
AC/FTS to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or [email protected]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor.
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AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
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PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
** Various degree options are available in the Advanced Education section. **
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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E1/E2/E3 REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Water front/
Foundational Leader Development Course 4 NELD-03 2.5 days
Flightline
Navy Military Training (Life Skills) (Pre-A School Delivery only) 5 Command Delivered A-500-1000 2 days
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) for
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-E4-1.0
E4
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
Suicide Prevention3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
2 Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
4 - Available for paygrades E3 and E4
5 - Required for delivery in "A" School for all ratings
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E1/E2/E3 RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Basic Military Requirements (NAVEDTRA 14325) (EDITION
NAVEDTRA 14325
1/1/2002)
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE)
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-SM-1.0
Study Material
NRTC-NAVEDTRA-14504-
Military Requirements for Petty Officer Third and Second Class Navy e-Learning
MRFPO-TASC-1.0
Introductory Enlisted Professional Military Education (IEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 18 hrs
Block 1 Introductory EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B1 -
Block 2 Introductory EPME - History and Traditions Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B2 3 hrs
Block 3 Introductory EPME - Enlisted Professionalism Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B3 3 hrs
Block 4 Introductory EPME - Policy and the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B4 3 hrs
Block 5 Introductory EPME - Planning for Operations Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B5 3 hrs
Block 6 Introductory EPME - Regional and Cultural
Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B6 3 hrs
Awareness
Block 7 Introductory EPME - Technology in the Maritime
Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B7 3 hrs
Domain
Block 8 Introductory EPME - Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B82 -
Cultural Awareness Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Navy Reserve Fundamentals for Active Duty Course Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0 10 hrs
Nutrition Navy e-Learning NMHCI2107V2.1 1 hour
Personal Financial Management Navy e-Learning CPD-PFM-1.0 8 hrs
PREVENT Command Delivered S-501-0150 24 hrs
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
Delivered/ MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
Command
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
Delivered/ MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
Financial Management 3 Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E1/E2/E3 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
Non-Prior Service Accession Program Navy e-Learning CNRFC-NPSAP-2 /DoN 0 23 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
E1/E2/E3 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
Tools and Their Uses MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14256A
Blueprint Reading and Sketching MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14040A
Fluid Power MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14105A
Aviation Structural Mechanic NRTC NAVEDTRA 14315
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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E1/E2/E3 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Aviation Structural Mechanic (AM) NAVEDTRA 14315A
Tools and Their Uses NAVEDTRA 14256A
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
Blueprint Reading and Sketching NAVEDTRA 14040A
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NAVEDTRA 14014A
Fluid Power NAVEDTRA 14105A
Naval Aviation Maintenance Program COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series
Engineering Manual Series, Aircraft and Missile Repair (Structural Hardware) NAVAIR 01-1A-8
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hydraulics Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-17
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hose and Tube Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-20
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aircraft Tires and Tubes) NAVAIR 04-10-506
Cleaning and Corrosion Control, Vols. I-IV NAVAIR 01-1A-509
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Military Requirements for Petty Officers Third and Second Class NAVEDTRA 14504
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Military Requirements for Petty Officer First Class NAVEDTRA 14145
Department of the Navy Policy on Sexual Harassment SECNAVINST 5300.26E
Aircraft Wheels NA 04-10-1
Maintenance of Aeronautical Antifriction Bearings NA 01-1A-503
Aerospace Metals - General Data and Usage Factors NA 01-1A-9
General Manual For Structural Repair NA 01-1A-1
General Composite Repair NA 01-1A-21
Aeronautical Equipment Welding NA 01-1A-34
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Aviation Structural Mechanic
Petty Officer Third Class
(Apprentice/Journeyman)
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
Aviation Structural Mechanic A School 1 NATTC Pensacola, FL C‑603‑0175 46 days
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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NAVY ENLISTED CLASSIFICATION CODE (NEC) OPPORTUNITIES
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
762B - Aeronautical Welder (AC/GSE WELD CERT) 1 Various N‑701‑0007 54 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
I50A - A/F-27T-10 Test Stand Operator/Maintainer C‑690‑3212 18 days
VA
Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
I51A - Advance Composite Structural Repair Technician 1 C‑603‑3868 26 days
CA
E28A - C-2/E-2 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Norfolk, VA C‑602‑9476 30 days
E34A - P-3 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Whidbey Island, WA C‑603‑9530 5 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
E38A - F/A-18E/F Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician C‑603‑9976 30 days
VA
E39A - F/A-18A/B/C/D Systems O Level Initial Maint. Tech 1 Oceana, VA C‑603‑9973 33 days
E40A - E-6 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Tinker AFB, OK C‑603‑3501 24 days
E41A - H-60 Systems O Level Initial Maint. Technician 1 Various C‑603‑9408 32 days
E09A - Aircraft Aerial Refueling Stores (ARS) Organizational Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
C‑602‑3084 5 days
Career Maintenance Technician 1 CA
768B - Airborne Mine Countermeasure Systems Career AD/AM C‑601‑9448
Norfolk, VA 51 days
Maintenance (AMCM) Technician (Level I and O) 1 (P/L)
1 Various Locations
805A - Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) A‑012‑0077 19 days
780A - F-35C HYDRAULIC AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
Eglin, FL C‑603‑0007 59 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
E04A - MH-53 AIRFRAMES/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Norfolk, VA C‑603‑9443 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
779A - C-9B Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 1
E08A - MQ-4C Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Organizational
Point Mugu, CA C‑603‑0010 96 days
Maintenance Technician 1
E10A - C-40A Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 R‑603‑5007
E11A - C-20G Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2009 26 days
E14A - C-130 AFPP Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑600‑3520 33 days
803A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Systems Organizational
Commercial N/A
Maintenance Technician 1
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) External Pilo 1
E22A - MQ-8B FIRE SCOUT MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN 1 San Diego, CA C‑690‑0037 33 days
769B - C-20A/D Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2017 19 days
E36A - P-8A BASIC CORE ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE
Jacksonville, FL C‑600‑4201 11 days
COURSE 1
1
827A - Rubber and Plastics Worker
832A - Radiac Technician 1 YORKTOWN, VA A‑670‑0020
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
2 - Active opportunities may exist, contact your Chain-of-Command or Detailer for authorization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; maintain aircraft metallic and non-metallic structures including
fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels, decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection
seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage and distribution systems including main (primary
and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including
wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power, storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches,
wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems; hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft
daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21): Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Officer Candidate School:
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RECORD REVIEW CHECKLIST
Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an update. This is a
great opportunity to meet with your Mentor, Leading Petty Officer or Leading Chief Petty Officer to understand the importance of
keeping your record up-to-date. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online (https://www.bol.navy.mil) is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date and
helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC (with
appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the OMPF
option on the BOL main menu page. This is the preferred method of obtaining OMPF information to eliminate the
unnecessary time-lags caused by waiting days or weeks to receive a requested CD ROM.
2. If Deployed: Click on "Request Record on CD" to order your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). This must be
accomplished four to six months before a board convenes, which will allow time for delivery and updating of your
record if required.
3. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
https://www.bol.navy.mil, click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at https://nsips.nmci.navy.mil or on the Navy
Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that each
section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how to make
corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to https://awards.navy.mil/ to review any awards you may qualify for but were unaware
of. Note that this website is only available from a CAC enabled, NMCI machine.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to BUPERS Online at
https://www.bol.navy.mil. Then look half way down the page for the PRIMS login at https://www.bol.navy.mil/bam/.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
https://www.osha.gov/dep/fap/eosh_toolkit.html. It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time" information
about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
American Education Certification Association (AECA) Certified Computer Skills Specialist
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Certified Management Consultant - Basic
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
Resilience-Building Leader Program Resilience-Building Leadership Professional (RBLP)
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United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
E6 and below with less than 14 years of service will require a C-Way Application to be approved for reenlistment or extension.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or FTS to FTS
RC to AC/FTS
RC to RC
AC/FTS to CIP (Intermission)
AC/FTS to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or [email protected]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor.
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AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
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PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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E4 REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Water front/
Foundational Leader Development Course NELD-03 2.5 days
Flightline
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) for
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-E5-1.0
E5
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
3
Suicide Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
2 Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
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E4 RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE)
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-SM-1.0
Study Material
NRTC-NAVEDTRA-14504-
Military Requirements for Petty Officer Third and Second Class Navy e-Learning
MRFPO-TASC-1.0
Introductory Enlisted Professional Military Education (IEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 18 hrs
Block 1 Introductory EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B1 -
Block 2 Introductory EPME - History and Traditions Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B2 3 hrs
Block 3 Introductory EPME - Enlisted Professionalism Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B3 3 hrs
Block 4 Introductory EPME - Policy and the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B4 3 hrs
Block 5 Introductory EPME - Planning for Operations Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B5 3 hrs
Block 6 Introductory EPME - Regional and Cultural
Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B6 3 hrs
Awareness
Block 7 Introductory EPME - Technology in the Maritime
Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B7 3 hrs
Domain
Block 8 Introductory EPME - Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-IEPME-INTRO-B82 -
Cultural Awareness Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Navy Reserve Fundamentals for Active Duty Course Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0 10 hrs
Nutrition Navy e-Learning NMHCI2107V2.1 1 hour
Personal Financial Management Navy e-Learning CPD-PFM-1.0 8 hrs
PREVENT Command Delivered S-501-0150 24 hrs
Fleet and Family
21st Century CONSEP (Mid-Career) 2 days
Service Center
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
Delivered/ MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
Command
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
Delivered/ MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
Financial Management 3 Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E4 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
Non-Prior Service Accession Program Navy e-Learning CNRFC-NPSAP-2 /DoN 0 23 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
E4 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
Tools and Their Uses MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14256A
Blueprint Reading and Sketching MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14040A
Fluid Power MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14105A
Aviation Structural Mechanic NRTC NAVEDTRA 14315
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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E4 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Aviation Structural Mechanic (AM) NAVEDTRA 14315A
Tools and Their Uses NAVEDTRA 14256A
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
Blueprint Reading and Sketching NAVEDTRA 14040A
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NAVEDTRA 14014A
Fluid Power NAVEDTRA 14105A
Naval Aviation Maintenance Program COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series
Engineering Manual Series, Aircraft and Missile Repair (Structural Hardware) NAVAIR 01-1A-8
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hydraulics Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-17
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hose and Tube Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-20
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aircraft Tires and Tubes) NAVAIR 04-10-506
Cleaning and Corrosion Control, Vols. I-IV NAVAIR 01-1A-509
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Military Requirements for Petty Officers Third and Second Class NAVEDTRA 14504
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy (SORM) OPNAVINST 3120.32 Series
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1B
Navy Performance Evaluation System BUPERSINST 1610.10C
Work Center Supervisor Leadership Course Student Guide A-500-0102
Personal Financial Management (PFM) Education, Training And Counseling Program OPNAVINST 1740.5A
Aircraft Wheels NA 04-10-1
Maintenance of Aeronautical Antifriction Bearings NA 01-1A-503
Aerospace Metals - General Data and Usage Factors NA 01-1A-9
General Manual For Structural Repair NA 01-1A-1
General Composite Repair NA 01-1A-21
Nondestructive Inspective Methods NAVAIR 01-1A-16-1 & 2
Aeronautical Equipment Welding NA 01-1A-34
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Aviation Structural Mechanic
Petty Officer Second Class
(Journeyman)
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E4 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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NAVY ENLISTED CLASSIFICATION CODE (NEC) OPPORTUNITIES
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
1 Various
762B - Aeronautical Welder (AC/GSE WELD CERT) N‑701‑0007 54 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
I50A - A/F-27T-10 Test Stand Operator/Maintainer C‑690‑3212 18 days
VA
Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
I51A - Advance Composite Structural Repair Technician 1 C‑603‑3868 26 days
CA
763B - Aircraft Non Destructive Inspection Technician 1 NAS Pensacola, FL C‑603‑3191 102 days
E05A - C-2/E-2 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Norfolk, VA C‑602‑9478 22 days
E15A - P-3 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Whidbey Island, WA C‑603‑9531 16 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
E19A - F/A-18E/F Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician C‑603‑9975 32 days
VA
E20A - F/A-18A/B/C/D Systems O Level Career Maint. Tech 1 Oceana, VA C‑603‑9974 12 days
E21A - E-6 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Tinker AFB, OK C‑603‑3503 19 days
E23A - H-60 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Various C‑603‑9407 10 days
A‑322‑2600 /
830A - Hazardous Material Control Management Technician 1 Various 4 days
A‑322‑2604
E09A - Aircraft Aerial Refueling Stores (ARS) Organizational Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
C‑602‑3084 5 days
Career Maintenance Technician 1 CA
768B - Airborne Mine Countermeasure Systems Career AD/AM C‑601‑9448
Norfolk, VA 51 days
Maintenance (AMCM) Technician (Level I and O) 1 (P/L)
E17A - P-8A AIRFRAME/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Jacksonville, FL C‑603‑4201 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
805A - Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) 1 Various Locations A‑012‑0077 19 days
780A - F-35C HYDRAULIC AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
Eglin, FL C‑603‑0007 59 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
E04A - MH-53 AIRFRAMES/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Norfolk, VA C‑603‑9443 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
802R - Navy Recruiting District (NRD) Recruiter/Classifier 1 Pensacola, FL S‑501‑0031 26 days
792A - Support Equipment Asset Manager 1 Various C‑555‑0026 19 days
779A - C-9B Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 1
E08A - MQ-4C Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Organizational
Point Mugu, CA C‑603‑0010 96 days
Maintenance Technician 1
E10A - C-40A Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 R‑603‑5007
E11A - C-20G Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2009 26 days
E14A - C-130 AFPP Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑600‑3520 33 days
803A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Systems Organizational
Commercial N/A
Maintenance Technician 1
700A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) External Pilot Commercial N/A
701A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Internal Pilot Commercial N/A
702A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Payload Operator Commercial N/A
E22A - MQ-8B FIRE SCOUT MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN 1 San Diego, CA C‑690‑0037 33 days
769B - C-20A/D Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2017 19 days
8RDC - Recruit/Assistant Recruit Company Commander/Recruit
Great Lakes, IL A‑012‑0037 87 days
Instructor
825A - Safety Technician 1
827A - Rubber and Plastics Worker 1
828A - Continuous Process Improvement Core Black Belt 1 Various B‑557‑3005 19 days
829A - Locksmith Washington, DC A‑710‑0001 14 days
832A - Radiac Technician 1 YORKTOWN, VA A‑670‑0020
830A - Hazardous Material Control & Management (HMC&M)
Various A‑321‑2600 3 days
Technician 1
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
2 - Active opportunities may exist, contact your Chain-of-Command or Detailer for authorization.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; supervise operation of airframe work centers; maintain aircraft
metallic and non-metallic structures including fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels,
decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage
and distribution systems including main (primary and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic
actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power,
storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches, wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems;
hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Officer Candidate School: Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
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RECORD REVIEW CHECKLIST
Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an update. This is a
great opportunity to meet with your Mentor, Leading Petty Officer or Leading Chief Petty Officer to understand the importance of
keeping your record up-to-date. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online (https://www.bol.navy.mil) is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date and
helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC (with
appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the OMPF
option on the BOL main menu page. This is the preferred method of obtaining OMPF information to eliminate the
unnecessary time-lags caused by waiting days or weeks to receive a requested CD ROM.
2. If Deployed: Click on "Request Record on CD" to order your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). This must be
accomplished four to six months before a board convenes, which will allow time for delivery and updating of your
record if required.
3. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
https://www.bol.navy.mil, click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at https://nsips.nmci.navy.mil or on the Navy
Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that each
section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how to make
corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to https://awards.navy.mil/ to review any awards you may qualify for but were unaware
of. Note that this website is only available from a CAC enabled, NMCI machine.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to BUPERS Online at
https://www.bol.navy.mil. Then look half way down the page for the PRIMS login at https://www.bol.navy.mil/bam/.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
https://www.osha.gov/dep/fap/eosh_toolkit.html. It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time" information
about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
American Education Certification Association (AECA) Certified Computer Skills Specialist
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Certified Management Consultant - Basic
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
Resilience-Building Leader Program Resilience-Building Leadership Professional (RBLP)
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United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
E6 and below with less than 14 years of service will require a C-Way Application to be approved for reenlistment or extension.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or FTS to FTS
RC to AC/FTS
RC to RC
AC/FTS to CIP (Intermission)
AC/FTS to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or [email protected]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor.
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AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
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PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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E5 REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Water front/
Intermediate Leader Development Course NELD-04 3 days
Flightline
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) for
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-E6-1.0
E6
ADAMS for Supervisors Various Locations S-501-0120 8 hrs
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
Suicide Prevention3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
2 Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
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E5 RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE)
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-SM-1.0
Study Material
NRTC-NAVEDTRA-14145-
Military Requirements for Petty Officer First Class Navy e-Learning
MRFPO-FC-1.0
Basic Enlisted Professional Military Education (BEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 20 hrs
Block 1 Basic EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B1
Block 2 Basic EPME - Navy History and Heritage Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B2
Block 3 Basic EPME - The Navy Professional Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B3
Block 4 Basic EPME - Organization and Guidance Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B4
Block 5 Basic EPME - Planning Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B5
Block 6 Basic EPME - Regional Expertise and Cultural
Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B6
Awareness
Block 7 Basic EPME - Technology for the Warfighter Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B7
Block 8 Basic EPME - Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B8
Navy Reserve Fundamentals for Active Duty Course Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0 10 hrs
Nutrition Navy e-Learning NMHCI2107V2.1 1 hour
Culture Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
Delivered/ MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
2 Command
Antiterrorism Level I CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
Delivered/ MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
Financial Management 3 Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E5 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
E5 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
Tools and Their Uses MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14256A
Blueprint Reading and Sketching MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14040A
Fluid Power MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14105A
Aviation Structural Mechanic NRTC NAVEDTRA 14315
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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E5 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Aviation Structural Mechanic (AM) NAVEDTRA 14315A
Tools and Their Uses NAVEDTRA 14256A
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
Blueprint Reading and Sketching NAVEDTRA 14040A
Military Requirements for Petty Officer First Class NAVEDTRA 14145
Military Requirements for Petty Officers Third and Second Class NAVEDTRA 14504
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NAVEDTRA 14014A
Fluid Power NAVEDTRA 14105A
Naval Aviation Maintenance Program COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series
Engineering Manual Series, Aircraft and Missile Repair (Structural Hardware) NAVAIR 01-1A-8
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hydraulics Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-17
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hose and Tube Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-20
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aircraft Tires and Tubes) NAVAIR 04-10-506
Cleaning and Corrosion Control, Vols. I-IV NAVAIR 01-1A-509
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1B
Navy Performance Evaluation System BUPERSINST 1610.10C
Work Center Supervisor Leadership Course Student Guide A-500-0102
Leading Petty Officer Leadership Course Student Guide A-500-0101
Department of the Navy Policy on Sexual Harassment SECNAVINST 5300.26E
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Control OPNAVINST 5350.4D
Navy Fraternization Policy OPNAVINST 5370.2 Series
Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy (SORM) OPNAVINST 3120.32 Series
Aircraft Wheels NA 04-10-1
Maintenance of Aeronautical Antifriction Bearings NA 01-1A-503
Aerospace Metals - General Data and Usage Factors NA 01-1A-9
General Manual For Structural Repair NA 01-1A-1
General Composite Repair NA 01-1A-21
Nondestructive Inspective Methods NAVAIR 01-1A-16-1 & 2
Aeronautical Equipment Welding NA 01-1A-34
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Aviation Structural Mechanic
Petty Officer First Class
(Journeyman/Master)
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E4 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
762B - Aeronautical Welder (AC/GSE WELD CERT) 1 Various N‑701‑0007 54 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
I50A - A/F-27T-10 Test Stand Operator/Maintainer C‑690‑3212 18 days
VA
Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
I51A - Advance Composite Structural Repair Technician 1 C‑603‑3868 26 days
CA
763B - Aircraft Non Destructive Inspection Technician 1 NAS Pensacola, FL C‑603‑3191 102 days
E05A - C-2/E-2 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Norfolk, VA C‑602‑9478 22 days
E15A - P-3 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Whidbey Island, WA C‑603‑9531 16 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
E19A - F/A-18E/F Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician C‑603‑9975 32 days
VA
E20A - F/A-18A/B/C/D Systems O Level Career Maint. Tech 1 Oceana, VA C‑603‑9974 12 days
E21A - E-6 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Tinker AFB, OK C‑603‑3503 19 days
E23A - H-60 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Various C‑603‑9407 10 days
A‑322‑2600 /
830A - Hazardous Material Control Management Technician 1 Various 4 days
A‑322‑2604
E09A - Aircraft Aerial Refueling Stores (ARS) Organizational Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
C‑602‑3084 5 days
Career Maintenance Technician 1 CA
768B - Airborne Mine Countermeasure Systems Career AD/AM C‑601‑9448
Norfolk, VA 51 days
Maintenance (AMCM) Technician (Level I and O) 1 (P/L)
E17A - P-8A AIRFRAME/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Jacksonville, FL C‑603‑4201 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
805A - Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) 1 Various Locations A‑012‑0077 19 days
780A - F-35C HYDRAULIC AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
Eglin, FL C‑603‑0007 59 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
E04A - MH-53 AIRFRAMES/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Norfolk, VA C‑603‑9443 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
803R - Enlisted Navy Recruiting Orientation/Recruiter Canvasser
1 Pensacola, FL S‑501‑0020 33 days
E22A - MQ-8B FIRE SCOUT MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN 1 San Diego, CA C‑690‑0037 33 days
2 Fort Worth, TX
769B - C-20A/D Organizational Maintenance Technician R‑601‑2017 19 days
804A - Antiterrorism Training Supervisor (AT TRASUP) 1 Various Locations A‑830‑0034 19 days
8RDC - Recruit/Assistant Recruit Company Commander/Recruit
Great Lakes, IL A‑012‑0037 87 days
Instructor
809A - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SPECIALIST 1 FL, PATRICK AFB A‑500‑0612 74 days
810A - Correctional Counselor 1 Lackland AFB, TX A‑831‑0002 33 days
825A - Safety Technician 1
JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; supervise operation of airframe work centers; maintain aircraft
metallic and non-metallic structures including fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels,
decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage
and distribution systems including main (primary and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic
actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power,
storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches, wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems;
hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
Other Opportunities: GWOT Support Assignments, Recruiter, Instructor, RDC, Career Counselor.
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
QD Phone
Command Address Number:
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
C-WAY-REEN 18 months to EAOS/EOS: Career Waypoint not approved:
Rating Conversion: Navy Formal Training Schools Request ("A"/"C"etc):
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Naval Academy: Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS):
Limited Duty Officer:
Officer Candidate School: Seaman to Admiral 21 (STA-21):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
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SELECTION BOARD CHECKLIST FOR E6 PROMOTION TO CPO
Step 1 - Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an
update. This should be accomplished every six months after promotion to Second Class. However, it is imperative that
this is accomplished six months prior to a selection board. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official
Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online (https://www.bol.navy.mil) is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date
and helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC
(with appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the
OMPF option on the BOL main menu page. This is the preferred method of obtaining OMPF information to
eliminate the unnecessary time-lags caused by waiting days or weeks to receive a requested CD ROM.
2. If Deployed: Click on "Request Record on CD" to order your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). This
must be accomplished four to six months before a board convenes, which will allow time for delivery and
updating of your record if required.
3. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
https://www.bol.navy.mil, click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at (https://nsips.nmci.navy.mil) or on the
Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that
each section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how
to make corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to (https://awards.navy.mil/) to review any awards you may qualify for but were
unaware of. Note that this website is only available from a CAC enabled, NMCI machine.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to BUPERS
Online at https://www.bol.navy.mil. Then look half way down the page for the PRIMS login at
https://www.bol.navy.mil/bam/.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
https://www.osha.gov/dep/fap/eosh_toolkit.html. It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time"
information about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
(Use of special handling mail (certified or registered) is not advised due to significant delays in handling.)
c. Ensure official record reflects any individual augmentation mission (awards, evals, NEC, etc).
d. Check https://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/boards/activedutyenlisted/Pages/GeneralInformation.aspx to verify
that the selection board has received your correspondence (if sent).
NOTE: It is highly recommended that if corrections or updates are made, review your OMPF; or if Deployed, re-
order your CD-ROM to confirm changes. (NOTE: Please allow 60 days for changes to take effect)
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Step 3 - After reviewing your service record - such as evaluations, awards, qualifications, etc. - start reviewing what you
can do to improve yourself, such as:
a. Request a Career Development Board (CDB) through your chain of command.
b. Take a good, hard look at the type of Collateral Duties you are assigned. Review your command collateral duties
instruction and talk with your COC and / or appear before the CDB. Take the tough command duties that provide
the most involvement in the command as a whole and that have direct Sailor support.
c. Review your current level of education to see how far along you are in earning a college degree and pursue non-
resident Navy courses to expand your level of knowledge. Complete the Navy e-Learning courses on MNP that
are recommended in this document. Check Navy COOL (https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn) for any related credentials
for which you may be qualified.
d. Check out OTHER Learning Opportunities to add to your service record, such as the CANTRAC Volume I
(Training Facilities) and CANTRAC Volume II (Course Descriptions) at
https://main.prod.cetars.training.navy.mil/cetars/main.html.
Step 4 - Review qualifications that your rating values or requires for advancement and create a plan to earn these
important pieces in the professional growth and advancement puzzle. Read the applicable NAVADMIN for additional
dates and information, and review previous selection board precepts.
Step 5 - Prepare for the next CPO Advancement Exam cycle in January for Active Duty & February for Reserves as
soon as the Bibliography References are posted six months prior in July. Use the Navy Advancement Center info and
website listed above in the advancement section.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
American Education Certification Association (AECA) Certified Computer Skills Specialist
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Certified Management Consultant - Basic
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
Resilience-Building Leader Program Resilience-Building Leadership Professional (RBLP)
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United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
E6 and below with less than 14 years of service will require a C-Way Application to be approved for reenlistment or extension.
Once C-Way application is approved, the Sailor should request to Reenlist or Extend with the appropriate form.
Career Waypoints-Reenlistment:
The Command Career Counselor is your local advocate to assist you with the Career Waypoints application process.
E3-E6 Sailors with less than 14 years of service must submit a Career Waypoints application, regardless of reenlistment
intentions. Sailors who do not desire to reenlist will submit an "intends to separate" application. Sailors not eligible for
reenlistment will submit a "not eligible" application.
The Career Waypoints system automatically generates most of the applications needed by Sailors. Applications must be
submitted no later than 16 months prior to expiration of active/reserve obligated service (EAOS/EOS) or as extended
(SEAOS/SEOS). Sailors with less than 24 months of contract time remaining at their projected rotation date (PRD) will
submit an application 15 months prior to their PRD. In either case, the Career Waypoints system will automatically generate
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applications for Sailors 18 months prior to either timeframe. Applications required outside of the established C-Way gates
can be submitted as Special Circumstance applications. Examples of when these may be needed include OBLISERVE for
special duty, decommissioning or homeport shift.
The C-Way 3-2-1 Process aligns career decisions with the detailing process. Soft End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service
(SEAOS/SEOS)/End of Active/Reserve Obligated Service (EAOS/EOS) applications are created by C-Way at the 18 month
from S/EAOS/EOS mark and must be submitted by the Command Career Counselor at the 16 month mark. This provides
time for the Career Counselor to validate the Sailor's information and to ascertain the Sailors career intentions. The first C-
Way review gate occurs from 16 to 13 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of in-rate, conversion, and
Selected Reserve. The second review gate occurs from 12 to 9 months from S/EAOS/EOS with career choice options of
conversion and Selected Reserve. From 8 months to 4 months to S/EAOS/EOS the Sailor can only choose Selected
Reserve affiliation.
Monthly reenlistment quotas are limited and must be reserved for our best and brightest Sailors who desire to Stay Navy.
Sailors must choose one of the following based on their desires and qualifications:
Reenlist-in-Rate,
Reenlist-in-rate, Willing to Convert
Convert only
AC to AC or FTS to FTS
RC to AC/FTS
RC to RC
AC/FTS to CIP (Intermission)
AC/FTS to Tour w/ Industry
SELRES option
Canvasser Recruiter
Intend to separate
Not eligible
In February 2014, C-Way delivered auto-approval capabilities to provide reenlistment decisions on S/EAOS/EOS applications
more quickly for eligible ratings. This changed the monthly processing of reenlistment applications as described below.
If you are in an, "open" rating or a "balanced" rating in an undermanned year group or an E6, you are eligible for
reenlistment, and your application is submitted with correct data it will be auto-approved and returned immediately, and you
can reenlist.
If you are in a "competitive" rating or a balanced rating but not an undermanned year group, then your application will be
processed through the monthly Rack and Stack process. Applications submitted in one month are processed in Rack and
Stack the following month.
For Nuclear ratings, all applications are reviewed by enlisted community managers on an ongoing basis throughout the
processing month.
If required data is missing (evaluations, Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) data, security clearance etc.) the application
will be denied with a note to your career counselor regarding what needs to be fixed. It is critical the Command Career
Counselor reviews these notes to ensure Sailors are not disadvantaged in their opportunities for retention.
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly
report section of the Career Waypoint system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1160-140, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor
Or call My Navy Call Center: (833) 330-MNCC or (901) 874-MNCC; or [email protected]
Upon completion of the monthly process, Career Waypoints results will be available to command users via the Monthly report
section of the Career Waypoints system.
For additional guidance, see MILPERSMAN 1001-260, NAVADMIN 231/17, and your Career Counselor.
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AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Career Waypoint Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Medical/Dental Reverse Sponsor Obligate
SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
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PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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E6 REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Water front/
Advanced Leader Development Course NELD-05 4 days
Flightline
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) for
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-E7-1.0
E7
ADAMS for Supervisors Various Locations S-501-0120 8 hrs
ADAMS for Facilitators Various Locations S-501-0110 16 hrs
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
Suicide Prevention3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
2 Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
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E6 RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Professional Military Knowledge Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE)
Navy e-Learning NETCPDC-PMK-EE-SM-1.0
Study Material
NRTC-NAVEDTRA-14144-
Military Requirements for Chief Petty Officer Navy e-Learning
MRFCPO-1.0
Basic Enlisted Professional Military Education (BEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 20 hrs
Block 1 Basic EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B1
Block 2 Basic EPME - Navy History and Heritage Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B2
Block 3 Basic EPME - The Navy Professional Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B3
Block 4 Basic EPME - Organization and Guidance Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B4
Block 5 Basic EPME - Planning Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B5
Block 6 Basic EPME - Regional Expertise and Cultural
Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B6
Awareness
Block 7 Basic EPME - Technology for the Warfighter Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B7
Block 8 Basic EPME - Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-EPME-BASIC-B8
Navy Reserve Fundamentals for Active Duty Course Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0 10 hrs
Evaluation and Fitness Reports Navy e-Learning 002EF01
Demonstrating Ethical Leadership Navy e-Learning NCSC-ILC-01-0004
Nutrition Navy e-Learning NMHCI2107V2.1 1 hour
Culture Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Fleet and Family
21st Century CONSEP (Mid-Career) 2 days
Service Center
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
Delivered/ MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
Command
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
Delivered/ MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
3
Financial Management Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
E6 RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
E6 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
Tools and Their Uses MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14256A
Blueprint Reading and Sketching MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14040A
Fluid Power MNP/PQS/NRTC NAVEDTRA 14105A
Aviation Structural Mechanic NRTC NAVEDTRA 14315
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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E6 RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Aviation Structural Mechanic (AM) NAVEDTRA 14315A
Tools and Their Uses NAVEDTRA 14256A
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
Blueprint Reading and Sketching NAVEDTRA 14040A
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NAVEDTRA 14014A
Fluid Power NAVEDTRA 14105A
Naval Aviation Maintenance Program COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hydraulics Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-17
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aviation Hose and Tube Manual) NAVAIR 01-1A-20
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Aircraft Tires and Tubes) NAVAIR 04-10-506
Cleaning and Corrosion Control, Vols. I-IV NAVAIR 01-1A-509
Nondestructive Inspective Methods NAVAIR 01-1A-16-1 & 2
Organizational, Intermediate And Depot Maintenance (Preservation Of Naval Aircraft) NAVAIR 15-01-500
Naval Air Systems Command Technical Manual Program NAVAIR 00-25-100
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Military Requirements for Petty Officers Third and Second Class NAVEDTRA 14504
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1B
Navy Performance Evaluation System BUPERSINST 1610.10C
LCPO Leadership Course Student Guide A-500-0100
Military Requirements for Chief Petty Officer NAVEDTRA 14144
Military Requirements for Petty Officer First Class NAVEDTRA 14145
Department of the Navy Policy on Sexual Harassment SECNAVINST 5300.26E
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Control OPNAVINST 5350.4D
Navy Fraternization Policy OPNAVINST 5370.2 Series
Career Counselor Handbook NAVPERS 15878
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy (SORM) OPNAVINST 3120.32 Series
Aircraft Wheels NA 04-10-1
Maintenance of Aeronautical Antifriction Bearings NA 01-1A-503
Aerospace Metals - General Data and Usage Factors NA 01-1A-9
General Manual For Structural Repair NA 01-1A-1
Engineering Manual Series, Aircraft and Missile Repair (Structural Hardware) NAVAIR 01-1A-8
General Composite Repair NA 01-1A-21
Aeronautical Equipment Welding NA 01-1A-34
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Aviation Structural Mechanic
Chief Petty Officer
(Master)
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
1
See initial skills training from E1-E4 section
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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NAVY ENLISTED CLASSIFICATION CODE (NEC) OPPORTUNITIES
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
1 Various
762B - Aeronautical Welder (AC/GSE WELD CERT) N‑701‑0007 54 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
I50A - A/F-27T-10 Test Stand Operator/Maintainer C‑690‑3212 18 days
VA
Oceana, VA / Lemoore,
I51A - Advance Composite Structural Repair Technician 1 C‑603‑3868 26 days
CA
1 NAS Pensacola, FL
763B - Aircraft Non Destructive Inspection Technician C‑603‑3191 102 days
E05A - C-2/E-2 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Norfolk, VA C‑602‑9478 22 days
E15A - P-3 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Whidbey Island, WA C‑603‑9531 16 days
1 Lemoore, CA / Oceana,
E19A - F/A-18E/F Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician C‑603‑9975 32 days
VA
E20A - F/A-18A/B/C/D Systems O Level Career Maint. Tech 1 Oceana, VA C‑603‑9974 12 days
E21A - E-6 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Tinker AFB, OK C‑603‑3503 19 days
E23A - H-60 Systems O Level Career Maint. Technician 1 Various C‑603‑9407 10 days
A‑322‑2600 /
830A - Hazardous Material Control Management Technician 1 Various 4 days
A‑322‑2604
1 Various
770B - Senior Enlisted Aviation Maintenance (SEAM) C‑600‑3210 12 Days
768B - Airborne Mine Countermeasure Systems Career AD/AM C‑601‑9448
Norfolk, VA 51 days
Maintenance (AMCM) Technician (Level I and O) 1 (P/L)
E17A - P-8A AIRFRAME/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Jacksonville, FL C‑603‑4201 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
805A - Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) 1 Various Locations A‑012‑0077 19 days
780A - F-35C HYDRAULIC AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
Eglin, FL C‑603‑0007 59 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
E04A - MH-53 AIRFRAMES/HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Norfolk, VA C‑603‑9443 40 days
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE COURSE 1
803R - Enlisted Navy Recruiting Orientation/Recruiter Canvasser
1 Pensacola, FL S‑501‑0020 33 days
1 Pensacola, FL
802R - Navy Recruiting District (NRD) Recruiter/Classifier S‑501‑0031 26 days
Norfolk, VA and San
806R - Career Information Program Advisor 1 A‑501‑0011 26 days
Diego, CA
792A - Support Equipment Asset Manager 1 Various C‑555‑0026 19 days
779A - C-9B Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 1
E08A - MQ-4C Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Organizational
Point Mugu, CA C‑603‑0010 96 days
Maintenance Technician 1
2
E10A - C-40A Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician R‑603‑5007
E11A - C-20G Systems Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2009 26 days
E14A - C-130 AFPP Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑600‑3520 33 days
803A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Systems Organizational
Commercial N/A
Maintenance Technician 1
700A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) External Pilot Commercial N/A
701A - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Internal Pilot Commercial N/A
769B - C-20A/D Organizational Maintenance Technician 2 Fort Worth, TX R‑601‑2017 19 days
804A - Antiterrorism Training Supervisor (AT TRASUP) 1 Various Locations A‑830‑0034 19 days
8RDC - Recruit/Assistant Recruit Company Commander/Recruit
Great Lakes, IL A‑012‑0037 87 days
Instructor
Norfolk, VA / San Diego,
811A - 3-M Systems Coordinator/Inspector 1 J‑500‑0029 2 weeks
CA
812A - Professional Development Instructor 1
828A - Continuous Process Improvement Core Black Belt 1 Various B‑557‑3005 19 days
831A - Joint Maritime Staff Operator 1 Newport, RI H‑2G‑1001
832A - Radiac Technician 1 YORKTOWN, VA A‑670‑0020
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
2 - Active opportunities may exist, contact your Chain-of-Command or Detailer for authorization.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; supervise operation of airframe work centers; maintain aircraft
metallic and non-metallic structures including fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels,
decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage
and distribution systems including main (primary and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic
actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power,
storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches, wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems;
hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
Other opportunities: Joint Assignments, GWOT Support Assignments, Recruiter, Instructor, RDC, DAPA SARP, Career
Counselor, 3M Coordinator.
Other Opportunities: Joint Assignments, GWOT Support Assignments, Recruiter, Instructor, RDC, DAPA SARP, Career
Counselor.
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
QD Phone
Command Address Number:
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Officer Candidate School: Limited Duty Officer: Chief Warrant Officer:
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SELECTION BOARD CHECKLIST FOR CPO PROMOTION TO SCPO
Step 1 - Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an
update. This should be accomplished every six months after promotion to Second Class. However, it is imperative that
this is accomplished six months prior to a selection board. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official
Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online (https://www.bol.navy.mil) is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date
and helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC
(with appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the
OMPF option on the BOL main menu page. This is the preferred method of obtaining OMPF information to
eliminate the unnecessary time-lags caused by waiting days or weeks to receive a requested CD ROM.
2. If Deployed: Click on "Request Record on CD" to order your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). This
must be accomplished four to six months before a board convenes, which will allow time for delivery and
updating of your record if required.
3. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
https://www.bol.navy.mil, click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at (https://nsips.nmci.navy.mil) or on the
Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that
each section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how
to make corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to (https://awards.navy.mil/) to review any awards you may qualify for but were
unaware of. Note that this website is only available from a CAC enabled, NMCI machine.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to BUPERS
Online at https://www.bol.navy.mil. Then look half way down the page for the PRIMS login at
https://www.bol.navy.mil/bam/.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
https://www.osha.gov/dep/fap/eosh_toolkit.html. It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time"
information about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
(Use of special handling mail (certified or registered) is not advised due to significant delays in handling.)
c. Ensure official record reflects any individual augmentation mission (awards, evals, NEC, etc).
d. Check https://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/boards/activedutyenlisted/Pages/GeneralInformation.aspx to verify
that the selection board has received your correspondence (if sent).
NOTE: It is highly recommended that if corrections or updates are made, review your OMPF; or if Deployed, re-
order your CD-ROM to confirm changes. (NOTE: Please allow 60 days for changes to take effect)
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Step 3 - After reviewing your service record - such as evaluations, awards, qualifications, etc. - start reviewing what you
can do to improve yourself, such as:
a. Request a Career Development Board (CDB) through your chain of command.
b. Take a good, hard look at the type of Collateral Duties you are assigned. Review your command collateral duties
instruction and talk with your COC and / or appear before the CDB. Take the tough command duties that provide
the most involvement in the command as a whole and that have direct Sailor support.
c. Review your current level of education to see how far along you are in earning a college degree and pursue non-
resident Navy courses to expand your level of knowledge. Complete the Navy e-Learning courses on MNP that
are recommended in this document. Check Navy COOL (https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn) for any related credentials
for which you may be qualified.
d. Check out OTHER Learning Opportunities to add to your service record, such as the CANTRAC Volume I
(Training Facilities) and CANTRAC Volume II (Course Descriptions) at
https://main.prod.cetars.training.navy.mil/cetars/main.html.
Step 4 - Review qualifications that your rating values or requires for advancement and create a plan to earn these
important pieces in the professional growth and advancement puzzle. Read the applicable NAVADMIN for additional
dates and information, and review previous selection board precepts.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
SEAM
Safe For Flight
CDI/CDQAR/QAR
T/M/S Master QPT
Production Control
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
American Education Certification Association (AECA) Certified Computer Skills Specialist
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Certified Management Consultant - Basic
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
Resilience-Building Leader Program Resilience-Building Leadership Professional (RBLP)
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United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
REENLIST / EXTEND: Request Chit/Form:
MyNavy Assignments (MNA): Medical/Dental Screening:
Command Recommendation (evaluation): Bonus: Ceremony:
RC to AC/FTS
MILPERSMAN 1306-1505 states: E7 and above personnel who seek opportunities for component change outside of the
established C-WAY-TRANS module application process must contact BUPERS-32 (Enlisted Community Managers) directly.
AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Eval Reverse Sponsor Obligate
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SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
** Various degree options are available in the Advanced Education section. **
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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CPO REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Chief Petty Officer Selectee Leadership Course Command Delivered 5 days
Water front/
Chief Petty Officer Leader Development Course NELD-06 5 days
Flightline
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
Suicide Prevention3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
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CPO RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
ADAMS for Leaders Various S-501-0130 8 hrs
Primary Enlisted Professional Military Education (PEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 60 hrs
Block 1 Primary EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B1
Block 2 Primary EPME - The Culture of the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B2
Block 3 Primary EPME - Governance of the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B3
Block 4 Primary EPME - How the Navy Thinks About War Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B4
Block 5 Primary EPME - How the Navy Plans its
Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B5
Operations
Block 6 Primary EPME - Technology in the Maritime
Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B6
Domain
Block 7 Primary EPME - PME Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B7
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) War College Military DON/ PME 40 hrs
9 weeks
(DL) / 3
Senior Enlisted Academy Newport RI P-920-1300
weeks
(F2F)
Demonstrating Ethical Leadership Navy e-Learning NCSC-ILC-01-0004
Culture Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
Delivered/ MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
Delivered/ MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
Command
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
Delivered/ MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
Financial Management 3 Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
CPO RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
NRPDC New
Navy Reserve Unit Management (E7-E9) R-7A-0031 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Senior Enlisted Management (E7-E9) R-551-0001 12 days
Orleans
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Naval Reserve Center Commanding Officer (E7-E9) Navy e-Learning CNRFC-COOIC-1.0 /DoN 8 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
CPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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CPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy (SORM) OPNAVINST 3120.32 Series
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1B
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Aviation Structural Mechanic
Senior Chief Petty Officer
(Master)
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
See initial skills training from E1-E4 section 1
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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NAVY ENLISTED CLASSIFICATION CODE (NEC) OPPORTUNITIES
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
770B - Aviation Maintenance/Production Chief 1 Various C‑600‑3210 12 days
805A - Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) 1 Various Locations A‑012‑0077 19 days
1 3 Defense Acquisition
None - Acquisition Logistics Specialist Online Course
University (DAU)
729B - LCAC Craft Engineer/Assistant Operator 1 Various K‑652‑0312 124 days
730B - LCAC Mechanical Systems maintenance Technician 1 Various K‑652‑0314 33 days
803R - Enlisted Navy Recruiting Orientation/Recruiter Canvasser
1 Pensacola, FL S‑501‑0020 33 days
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; supervise operation of airframe work centers; maintain aircraft
metallic and non-metallic structures including fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels,
decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage
and distribution systems including main (primary and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic
actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power,
storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches, wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems;
hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
Other Opportunities: Command Senior Chief, Joint Assignments, GWOT Support Assignments, Recruiter, Instructor, RDC,
DAPA SARP, Career Counselor, 3M Coordinator.
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
Mobilization UIC:
Date of Initial Entry to Military Service (DIEMS): Date of Initial Entry Reserve Forces (DIERF):
Pay Entry Base Date (PEBD):
ADSD: Report Date: EAOS/EOS: PRD: SEA / SHORE: /
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Advancement Center: Visit MNP Advancement & Promotion page located under the Career & Life Events Tab
(Items to collect/discuss: Bibliography for Advancement, Enlisted Advancement Exam Strategy Guide, Profile Sheets)
Advancement:
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Officer Candidate School: Limited Duty Officer: Chief Warrant Officer:
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SELECTION BOARD CHECKLIST FOR SCPO PROMOTION TO MCPO
Step 1 - Review your Official Record to see what documentation, qualifications, etc. may be missing or requiring an
update. This should be accomplished every six months after promotion to Second Class. However, it is imperative that
this is accomplished six months prior to a selection board. Check the following three major sections to verify your Official
Record:
a. BUPERS Online: BUPERS Online (https://www.bol.navy.mil) is your main tool to ensure your record is up to date
and helps you to be proactive in making the most of your promotion opportunity. You should review your:
1. Official Military Personnel File (OMPF): All active duty and reserve personnel having a BOL account, a CAC
(with appropriate certificates) and a CAC-enabled computer can now view their OMPF online by selecting the
OMPF option on the BOL main menu page. This is the preferred method of obtaining OMPF information to
eliminate the unnecessary time-lags caused by waiting days or weeks to receive a requested CD ROM.
2. If Deployed: Click on "Request Record on CD" to order your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). This
must be accomplished four to six months before a board convenes, which will allow time for delivery and
updating of your record if required.
3. Check your Performance Summary Record (PSR) and Enlisted Summary Record (ESR) on
https://www.bol.navy.mil, click on the "ODC, OSR, PSR, ESR" link.
b. Electronic Service Record (ESR) Self-Service ESR: This can be viewed at (https://nsips.nmci.navy.mil) or on the
Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) ESR server onboard ship.
c. Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ): Log in to My Navy Portal (MNP) and review your entire ETJ making sure that
each section is correct. If not, clicking on "Data Problems" at the bottom of each page which will guide you on how
to make corrections or updates.
d. US Navy Awards website: Log in to (https://awards.navy.mil/) to review any awards you may qualify for but were
unaware of. Note that this website is only available from a CAC enabled, NMCI machine.
e. Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS): To log in to PRIMS, first log in to BUPERS
Online at https://www.bol.navy.mil. Then look half way down the page for the PRIMS login at
https://www.bol.navy.mil/bam/.
f. EOSH: The Federal Agency Employee Occupational Safety and Health (EOSH) Toolkit is available at
https://www.osha.gov/dep/fap/eosh_toolkit.html. It provides a one-stop-shop website that includes "just in time"
information about maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
(Use of special handling mail (certified or registered) is not advised due to significant delays in handling.)
c. Ensure official record reflects any individual augmentation mission (awards, evals, NEC, etc).
d. Check https://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/boards/activedutyenlisted/Pages/GeneralInformation.aspx to verify
that the selection board has received your correspondence (if sent).
NOTE: It is highly recommended that if corrections or updates are made, review your OMPF; or if Deployed, re-
order your CD-ROM to confirm changes. (NOTE: Please allow 60 days for changes to take effect)
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Step 3 - After reviewing your service record - such as evaluations, awards, qualifications, etc. - start reviewing what you
can do to improve yourself, such as:
a. Request a Career Development Board (CDB) through your chain of command.
b. Take a good, hard look at the type of Collateral Duties you are assigned. Review your command collateral duties
instruction and talk with your COC and / or appear before the CDB. Take the tough command duties that provide
the most involvement in the command as a whole and that have direct Sailor support.
c. Review your current level of education to see how far along you are in earning a college degree and pursue non-
resident Navy courses to expand your level of knowledge. Complete the Navy e-Learning courses on MNP that
are recommended in this document. Check Navy COOL (https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn) for any related credentials
for which you may be qualified.
d. Check out OTHER Learning Opportunities to add to your service record, such as the CANTRAC Volume I
(Training Facilities) and CANTRAC Volume II (Course Descriptions) at
https://main.prod.cetars.training.navy.mil/cetars/main.html.
Step 4 - Review qualifications that your rating values or requires for advancement and create a plan to earn these
important pieces in the professional growth and advancement puzzle. Read the applicable NAVADMIN for additional
dates and information, and review previous selection board precepts.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
SEAM
Safe For Flight
T/M/S Master QPT
Production Control
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
American Education Certification Association (AECA) Certified Computer Skills Specialist
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Certified Management Consultant - Basic
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
Resilience-Building Leader Program Resilience-Building Leadership Professional (RBLP)
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United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
REENLIST / EXTEND: Request Chit/Form:
MyNavy Assignments (MNA): Medical/Dental Screening:
Command Recommendation (evaluation): Bonus: Ceremony:
RC to AC/FTS
MILPERSMAN 1306-1505 states: E7 and above personnel who seek opportunities for component change outside of the
established C-WAY-TRANS module application process must contact BUPERS-32 (Enlisted Community Managers) directly.
AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Eval Reverse Sponsor Obligate
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SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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SCPO REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
9 weeks
(DL) / 3
Senior Enlisted Academy 4 Newport RI P-920-1300
weeks
(F2F)
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
Suicide Prevention3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
4 - NAVADMIN 266/14 As of FY 2017, all newly selected AC and SELRES SCPOs will be required to complete SEA to be eligible for advancement.
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SCPO RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
ADAMS for Leaders Various S-501-0130 8 hrs
Primary Enlisted Professional Military Education (PEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 60 hrs
Block 1 Primary EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B1
Block 2 Primary EPME - The Culture of the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B2
Block 3 Primary EPME - Governance of the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B3
Block 4 Primary EPME - How the Navy Thinks About War Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B4
Block 5 Primary EPME - How the Navy Plans its
Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B5
Operations
Block 6 Primary EPME - Technology in the Maritime
Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B6
Domain
Block 7 Primary EPME - PME Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B7
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Navy e-Learning JKDDC-SNCO-2 60 hrs
Demonstrating Ethical Leadership Navy e-Learning NCSC-ILC-01-0004
Culture Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Navy e-
CMDCM/COB Leadership Course CPPD/NETC CMDCM-9580
Learning/Classroom
(Must have FLTCM or FORCM recommendation) COB-9579
(Newport, RI)
NAVRESFOR-NRF-2.0 / US
Navy Reserve Fundamentals for Active Duty Course Navy e-Learning 10 hrs
DoN
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command Delivered/
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command Delivered/
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command Delivered/
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
3
Financial Management Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
SCPO RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
NRPDC New
Navy Reserve Unit Management (E7-E9) R-7A-0031 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Senior Enlisted Management (E7-E9) R-551-0001 12 days
Orleans
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Naval Reserve Center Commanding Officer (E7-E9) Navy e-Learning CNRFC-COOIC-1.0 /DoN 8 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
SCPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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SCPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy (SORM) OPNAVINST 3120.32 Series
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1B
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Aviation Structural Mechanic
Master Chief Petty Officer
(Master)
NAME:
SKILL TRAINING
(Schools, courses and assignments directly related to occupation)
REQUIRED SKILL TRAINING
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID Date Completed
Length
See initial skills training from E1-E4 section 1
1 - Reserve opportunities may exist, contact Reserve Forces Code N7 for authorization.
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NAVY ENLISTED CLASSIFICATION CODE (NEC) OPPORTUNITIES
Course
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE/ACE ID Date Completed
Length
724B - Aviation Maintenance Material Control Master Chief 1 Local Activity / OJT
805A - Navy Instructor Training Course (NITC) 1 Various Locations A‑012‑0077 19 days
1 2 Defense Acquisition
None - Acquisition Logistics Specialist Online Course
University (DAU)
729B - LCAC Craft Engineer/Assistant Operator 1 Various K‑652‑0312 124 days
803R - Enlisted Navy Recruiting Orientation/Recruiter Canvasser
1 Pensacola, FL S‑501‑0020 33 days
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Aviation Structural Mechanics (AM) maintain aircraft airframe and structural components flight surfaces and controls
hydraulic and pneumatic control and actuating systems and mechanisms, landing gear systems, visual improvement,
fabricate and repair metallic and nonmetallic materials; supervise operation of airframe work centers; maintain aircraft
metallic and non-metallic structures including fuselages, fixed and moveable flight surfaces, tail booms, doors, panels,
decks, empennages, and seats (except ejection seats); flight controls and related mechanisms; hydraulic power storage
and distribution systems including main (primary and secondary), auxiliary (utility), and emergency systems; hydraulic
actuating subsystems; landing gear systems including wheels and tires, brakes, and emergency systems; pneumatic power,
storage and distribution systems; hoists and winches, wing and tail fold systems; launch and arresting gear systems;
hydraulic component repair and test; and perform aircraft daily, special, hourly, and conditional inspections.
Other Opportunities: Command Master Chief, Joint Assignments, GWOT Support Assignments, Recruiter, Instructor, RDC,
DAPA, SARP, Career Counselor, 3-M Coordinator, CMEO/EOA
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PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(Completed at reporting 60 day Career Development Board)
QD Phone
Command Address Number:
Mobilization UIC:
Reporting (within 60 days for active duty or four drill weekends for SELRES) (Date Conducted):
24 Month: 48 Month: 60 Month:
Family Care Plan: Mil to Mil:
Sailor 360: Special Program: Member Request:
HYT 24 months (Date): HYT Waiver Date: Approve Disapprove
Transfer: Separation: Fleet Reserve Retirement Options:
Physical Fitness Test Failure: Career Status Bonus (election message received):
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program (OTEIP):
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1(series):
Commissioning Programs Applications: (prior to submission, command endorsement):
Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP): Medical Service Corps In-service Procurement:
Officer Candidate School: Limited Duty Officer: Chief Warrant Officer:
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QUALIFICATIONS
Completion
Sea/Shore General Qualifications Watch Standing Qualifications Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Mandatory warfare qualification for enlisted Sailors assigned to designated warfare qualifying commands:
Completion
Warfare qualification programs Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
Completion
Rate Specific/Department Qualifications (Add) Report Date Date
(N/A if not required)
SEAM
Safe For Flight
T/M/S Master QPT
Production Control
Notes on Qualifications:
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CREDENTIALING
Navy Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Navy COOL): Navy COOL assists Sailors (active & reserve) by funding the
certification & licensing exams that map their Navy education, training, experience, and competencies to industry/civilian-
recognized credentials and occupational equivalents. Sailors may obtain funding for credential examinations, renewals,
maintenance fees, and other mandatory examination administrative fees.
The following certifications and licenses are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating. They may require
additional education, training or experience.
For more information about these credentials, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
Target Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Paygrade Completed
ASNT Central Certification Program (ACCP)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
E5 Professional Level III - Magnetic Particle Testing
(ASNT)
(MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E3
(ASNT) Magnetic Particle Testing (ACCP-MT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing ASNT Central Certification Program Level II -
E5
(ASNT) Visual and Optical Testing (ACCP-VT)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel
E5
(ASNT) - X-Ray (IRSSP-X-Ray)
E4 American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welder (CW)
E3 ASTM International NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Mechanical Assembly Technician
(CertTEC)
Certifying Technical Employee Competence
E4 Aviation Structures
(CertTEC)
E7 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe & Powerplant)
E4 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic (Airframe)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM)
E3 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT)
E4 NACE International Corrosion Technician
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability
E3
Professionals (SMRP) Professionals (CMRP)
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
E5
Professionals (SMRP) (CMRT)
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician -Composites
E4 SpaceTEC Certified Aerospace Technician Core
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
E4 Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
(TWIC)
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I
E4 Vibration Institute Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II
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Out of Rate Certifications and Licensure
Academic Degrees – You are now eligible for credentials towards an earned academic degree.
Cross-Rated Sailors – If you have cross-rated, you now are eligible for credentials related to your prior rating.
Off-Duty or Command-Sponsored Training – You are now eligible for credentials for documented training that fully prepares you
for a credential.
Navy Reservists – You may now be eligible for funding of credentials related to your civilian occupation.
Prior Other-Service Enlisted Occupation - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be eligible for funding for
credentials related to prior other-Service (Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) enlisted occupation.
Collateral Duty/Out of Rate Assignments - Credentials are also available in these collateral duties/out of rate assignments in
which you are serving in or have served in.
Credentials Earned & Maintained Prior to Joining the Navy - If you are Navy enlisted (Active or Reserve), you may now be
eligible for funding for credentials that were earned, and maintained, prior to your enlistment in the Navy. The certification or
license must have relevance to the needs of the Navy, and must appear on Navy COOL, although it does not need to show the
Navy Bucks icon to be funded.
* See the Additional Funding Opportunities section on any rating page on Navy COOL for further details.
Leader Credentialing: The following certifications and licenses are applicable to enlisted Leaders (E4 and above). They may
require additional education, training or experience.
Date
Certifying Agency Credential Title
Completed
American Education Certification Association (AECA) Certified Computer Skills Specialist
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
(CMQ/OE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Master Black Belt Certification (MBB)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor Certification (CQA)
American Society for Quality (ASQ) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) CompTIA Project+
Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) Certified Manager (CM)
Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Certified Management Consultant - Basic
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
(IASSC)
International Association for Six Sigma Certification
Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (ICYB)
(IASSC)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
Resilience-Building Leader Program Resilience-Building Leadership Professional (RBLP)
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United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP): USMAP is available to most active duty occupations and is
certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. This is the largest apprenticeship program operating in the U.S. and is recognized by
all 50 states. Completion of one of these programs would qualify you as a journeyman, which could mean a significantly higher
starting salary in the civilian work force. Most programs require 5-8 years to complete but are transferable if you decide to leave
the service prior to completion. USMAP opportunities also exist for SELRES with orders over 12 months.
The following USMAP apprenticeships are applicable to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic rating.
Date
Rank Apprenticeship
Completed
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
Automobile Mechanic
E1 - E9 Computer Operator
Counselor (Professional & Kindred)
Nondestructive Tester
Sheet Metal Worker
Welder, Combination
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POST MILITARY OCCUPATIONS
The following post military occupations are similar to the AM-Aviation Structural Mechanic Rating. For more information about
these occupations, visit NAVY COOL at https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/.
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STAY NAVY
AC to AC and FTS to FTS - Continue Navy career on Active Duty.
REENLIST / EXTEND: Request Chit/Form:
MyNavy Assignments (MNA): Medical/Dental Screening:
Command Recommendation (evaluation): Bonus: Ceremony:
RC to AC/FTS
MILPERSMAN 1306-1505 states: E7 and above personnel who seek opportunities for component change outside of the
established C-WAY-TRANS module application process must contact BUPERS-32 (Enlisted Community Managers) directly.
AC/FTS TRANSFER:
15 Months 12 Months 9 Months 6 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA Accept Orders Screening
Exception Family Member Exception Family Member Eval Reverse Sponsor Obligate
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SELRES TRANSFER:
12 Months 9 Months 6 Months 3 Months Orders Received
MNA MNA MNA MNA Sign Eval
(verify account access) (extend in current field) (apply for billets) (apply for billets)
Incentives/EOS opportunities
For additional assistance in transfer and relocation, go to the Military OneSource website:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ and visit your Fleet and Family Support Center on base.
SEPARATING/RETIRE*:
18 -12 months 6 months 90 days 30 days
TAP* MED/DEN Copy of Records Copy of Records
Reserve Only
VA/DVA
*Upon demobilization, SELRES will need Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and DD-214; DD-214 is not required for
Reserve Retirements.
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
Participate in a year-round physical fitness program to meet Navy fitness and BCA standards. Review and verify accuracy of
PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFA cycle. (PRIMS is accessible through your BUPERS Online Account)
Height Weight If Required (AC BCA )
Last 2 PRT Cycles: Curl-ups / Push-ups / Run/Swim/Cardio /
Overall Score /
List date (if) any PRT/BCA failure(s) over the last 5 years /
List if any Medical Waiver(s) /
For more information on Navy Fitness, visit: https://www.navyfitness.org/
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PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
(Resident and non-resident coursework designed to enhance a Sailor's general military professional knowledge and abilities)
EDUCATION: (Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment call the
Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC) 877-838-1659 or Visit your overseas Navy College Office.)
Degree Goal
For entry into JST, have your College/University send official transcripts to:
Naval Education and Training Command N644
JST Operation Center
6490 Saufley Field Road
Pensacola, FL 32509
Email: [email protected]
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION: Links to study guides, exam preparations, and practice tests
are located on the DANTES website https://www.dantes.doded.mil/
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MCPO REQUIRED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) War College Military DON / PME 40 hrs
9 weeks
4 (DL) / 3
Senior Enlisted Academy Newport RI P-920-1300
weeks
(F2F)
Ethics Training Command Delivered
Required General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Awareness (SAPR)3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAPRA-1.0
Cyber Awareness Challenge MNP DOD-IAA-V16.0
Command Delivered/
Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting DOD-CIAR-1.0
MNP
Command
Records Management DOR-RM-010-1.2
Delivered/MNP
Privacy Act Command Delivered
Suicide Prevention3 Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SAP-1.0
Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I 2 CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
1 - Verify GMT topics on MNP GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - The recommended method of delivery for SAPR and Suicide Prevention annual training is via face-to-face, small group facilitated discussions.
4 - Course remains a requirement to become a Command Master Chief/Chief of the Boat.
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MCPO RECOMMENDED NAVY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
ADAMS for Leaders Various S-501-0130 8 hrs
Primary Enlisted Professional Military Education (PEPME) Navy e-Learning Military DON/ PME 60 hrs
Block 1 Primary EPME - Introduction Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B1
Block 2 Primary EPME - The Culture of the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B2
Block 3 Primary EPME - Governance of the Navy Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B3
Block 4 Primary EPME - How the Navy Thinks About War Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B4
Block 5 Primary EPME - How the Navy Plans its
Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B5
Operations
Block 6 Primary EPME - Technology in the Maritime
Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B6
Domain
Block 7 Primary EPME - PME Conclusion Navy e-Learning NWC-PPME-SENL-B7
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Navy e-Learning JKDDC-SNCO-2 60 hrs
Senior Enlisted Leadership Development Guide Navy e-Learning
CMDCM/COB Leadership Course MNP/Classroom CPPD/NETC CMDCM-9580
(Must have fleet recommendation) (Newport, RI) COB-9579
Demonstrating Ethical Leadership Navy e-Learning NCSC-ILC-01-0004
Culture Navy e-Learning Foreign Language and Culture 45 hrs
Selection Board Members and Recorders 4 TWMS 1 hour
Recommended General Military Training Topics For FY 2021 (Delivery determined by command discretion) 1
Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Awareness Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ADTA-1.0
Command Delivered/
Combating Trafficking of Persons General Awareness DOD-CTIP-3.0
MNP
Domestic Violence Prevention and Reporting Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-DV-1.1
Command Delivered/
Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare NAVIFOR-FEWC-EMW-01.01
MNP
Energy Policy Command Delivered OPNAV-GMTE-1.0
Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Resolution Options Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-EOSH-1.0
Hazing Policy and Prevention Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-HPP-1.0
Operational Risk Management (ORM) Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-ORMTC-1.0
Command Delivered/
Operations Security NOST-USOPSEC-3.0
MNP
Personal Financial Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-PFM-1.0
Sexual Health and Responsibility Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SHR-1.0
Stress Management Command Delivered CPPD-GMT-SM-1.0
Traumatic Brain Injury Command Delivered
Privacy Act Command Delivered DON-PRIV-2.0
2 Command Delivered/
Antiterrorism Level I CENSECFOR-AT-010-1.0
MNP
Tactical Combat Casualty Care All Service Member/Tier 1 Command Delivered B-300-2010
Financial Management 3 Command Delivered
1 - Verify GMT topics on MyNavy Portal GMT webpage
2 - Personnel with less than 3 years of time-in-service must also complete Antiterrorism Level 1 training. For personnel with greater than 3 years of time-
in-service, Antiterrorism Level 1 periodicity is now a triennial requirement and will be mandated for all hands in FY-22.
3 - Does not have a mandatory periodicity but is required at career touch points per CNO WASHINGTON DC/191539ZJUL16.
4 - Required for selection board members and recorders
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Courses with Recommended Reserve Points:
Commander Navy Reserve Forces (CNRF) N7 determines the number of reserve points awarded for completion of a course
taken on Navy e-Learning. This listing should only be used as a guide and is subject to change by direction of CNFR N7.
Navy e-Learning has no control over how many, if any, reserve points are eventually awarded for the completion of a course. All
questions concerning the award of reserve points should be directed to CNFR N7.
MCPO RECOMMENDED RESERVE PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
NRPDC New
Navy Reserve Unit Management (E7-E9) R-7A-0031 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Senior Enlisted Management (E7-E9) R-551-0001 12 days
Orleans
Navy Reserve Fundamentals Course (E1-E9) Navy e-Learning NAVRESFOR-NRF-3.0
Navy Reserve Order Writing System/Reserve Defense Travel NRPDC New
R-510-5514 5 days
System (E1-E9) Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Medical Administration (E1-E7) R-500-0007 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Pay and Personnel Management (E1-E9) R-500-0020 5 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Supply and Fiscal Support NEC S05A (E5-E7) R-551-0010 12 days
Orleans
NRPDC New
Reserve Career Information (E5-E8) R-501-0005 12 days
Orleans
Naval Reserve Center Commanding Officer (E7-E9) Navy e-Learning CNRFC-COOIC-1.0 /DoN 8 hrs
Guidance for Mobilization Navy e-Learning CNRFC-GMB-1.1 /DoN 4 hrs
Military Sealift Command 101 Navy e-Learning CNRFC-MSC101 /DoN 1.1 24 hrs
For more details or to check for updates please check CANTRAC or the NRPDC Sharepoint page (CAC required):
https://private.navyreserve.navy.mil/NRPDC/Pages/NRH_Default.aspx
MCPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY PME:
Course Date
Course Title Course Location CIN/CSE ID
Length Completed
Aviation Maintenance Ratings NRTC NAVEDTRA 14022
Airman NRTC NAVEDTRA 14014
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NAVY PROFESSIONAL READING PROGRAM (PRP)
The purpose of the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO PRP), maintained by CNO PRP program
managers at the U.S. Naval War College, is to facilitate the professional and personal development of all Sailors. For additional
information on the CNO PRP visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/
ESSENTIAL READING
Naval Power (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Naval-Power for complete list.
Sea Power by Admiral James Stavridis
Toward a New Maritime Strategy by Peter D. Haynes
The Rules Of The Game by Andrew Gordon
Sea Power by Geoffrey Till
Red Star Over The Pacific by Toshi Yoshihara and James R. Holmes
High Velocity Outcomes (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/HVO for complete list.
Democracy by Condoleezza Rice
A World in Disarray by Richard Haass
Our Robots, Ourselves by David A. Mindell
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen
Navy Team (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Navy-Team for complete list.
The Accidental Admiral by James Stavridis
Team of Teams by Stanley Mc Chrystal
Navigating the Seven Seas by Melvin G. Williams, Sr. and Melvin G. Williams, Jr.
Leadership on the Line by Ronald A Heifetz and Marty Linsky
A Vietnam Experience by James Stockdale
Partnerships (First 5 offerings) Completed
Visit https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-Program/Partner-Network for complete list.
Partnerships for the Americas by James Stavridis
The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan
Asia's Cauldron by Robert D. Kaplan
World Order by Henry Kissinger
At Ease by Dwight Eisenhower
Reading, discussing, and understanding the ideas found in the CNO PRP will not only improve our critical thinking skills, but will
also help us become better Sailors, citizens, and most importantly, leaders. This list is not intended to limit professional reading
or learning in any way, but merely to provide easy access to a few of the many titles that will benefit our service.
The Chief of Naval Operations' tenets and Lines of Effort: Strengthening Naval Power at and from the Sea; Achieving High
Velocity Learning at Every Level; Strengthening Our Navy Team for the Future; and Expanding and Strengthening our Network of
Partners. These LOEs have themes common to all Sailors - Integrity, Accountability, Initiative, and Toughness.
The books are organized by the Lines of Effort, but there are several other categories as well. A Design for Maintaining Maritime
Superiority is included in addition to a section of books - Fundamentals for the Naval Professional - that contains canonical
books about warfighting, diplomacy, and strategy. Many books on both lists are available as e-books through the Navy General
Library Program.
The entire list of over 140 book summaries and additional information is available at https://www.navy.mil/CNO-Reading-
Program/A-Z-List
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MCPO RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY READING
Title Completed
Basic Military Requirements Manual (BMR) NAVEDTRA 14325
U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations NAVPERS 15665I
Naval Military Personnel Manual NAVPERS 15560D
Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Manual NAVSEAINST 4790.8 Series
Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manuals OPNAVINST 5100.19 / 5100.23 Series
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1J
Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy (SORM) OPNAVINST 3120.32 Series
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Programs Application Administrative Manual OPNAVINST 1420.1B
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ALL PAYGRADES
VOLUNTARY EDUCATION
Note: Prior to considering any pursuit of off duty education or program enrollment contact the Navy College Virtual
Education Center (NCVEC) or visit your Overseas Navy College Office.
You must complete the Tuition Assistance Training before your first course will be approved.
You already have. All your training up to this point is part of your Aviation Structural Mechanic Roadmap. Now that you have
made the first steps you will need to sit down and formulate a plan. This plan will work best if you start out discussing your
options with your Leading Chief Petty Officer, Leading Petty Officer, Mentor, or Career Counselor. They will help you understand
all of the basics. Then your next step is to contact the Navy College Virtual Education Center or visit your Overseas Navy College
Office. Then your counselors will be able to help you formalize your plan and make sure that it makes sense for both you and the
Navy. To aid you in your conversation with these professionals, here are a few questions that you may want to ask.
What credits do you have? What non-college courses have you taken? Where do you want to go? What field of study, or what
kind of degree? What program will help me get there: Traditional or Online? What are my next steps: Transfer credits, take
exams, have experience evaluated, or sign up for new courses?
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON VOLUNTARY EDUCATION
Vocational Certificates
Vocational Certificates are available from most community colleges. Most of your military training can be counted toward their
degree programs, but they will still require residency credits and approximately 40-75 credit hours. These certificates can be as
valuable as the apprenticeship program in the civilian work force.
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SAMPLE DEGREE PLAN
REFERENCES
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Advancement & Service Schools:
Advancement Manual for Enlisted Personnel of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Navy Reserve
BUPERSINST 1430.16(series)
Accelerated Advancement of Recruit Training Class "A" School Graduates, and Ceremonial Guard
MILPERSMAN 1430-010
Enlisted to Officer Commissioning Program Application & Administration Manual OPNAVINST
1420.1(series)
Service Schools MILPERSMAN 1306-600/602/604/608
Class "A" School & Rating Entry Requirements MILPERSMAN 1306-618
Retesting with Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT) version of the Armed Services Vocational
Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) MILPERSMAN 1236-010
Professional Apprenticeship Tracks Program (PACT) NAVADMIN 318/07
Education:
Joint Chiefs Professional Military Education (PME) Manual 1805.01
Voluntary Education (VOLED) for Navy Sailors OPNAVINST 1560.9(series)
Navy Voluntary Education Program NETCINST 1560.3(series)
Navy Credentialing Programs OPNAVINST 1540.56
Administration of the United Services Military Apprenticeship Programs (USMAP) OPNAVINST
1560.10(series)
Other Quick References:
Awards Manual (SECNAVINST 1650.1(Series)
Change in Rating MILPERSMAN 1440-010 to 1440-040
Department of the Navy Correspondence Manual (SECNAV M-5216.5
Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control OPNAVINST 5350.4(series)
Exchange of Duty (SWAPS) MILPERSMAN 1306-700
First-Term Personnel Assignment Policy MILPERSMAN 1306-126
Individual Augmentation (IA) Policy and Procedures OPNAVINST 1001.24(series)
Military Couple and Single Parent Assignment Policy MILPERSMAN 1300-1000
Military Pay MILPERSMAN 7220-010 to 7220-410
Navy Performance Evaluation System BUPERSINST 1610.10 (Series)
Overseas Extensions MILPERSMAN 1300-310
Physical Readiness Program OPNAVINST 6110.1(series) / MILPERSMAN 6100-6199
Reassignment for Humanitarian Reasons (HUMS) MILPERSMAN 1300-500
Standardization Policy and Procedures for the Active Duty for Special Work (ADSW) Program
OPNAVINST 1001.20(series)
Operational Risk Management OPNAVINST 3500.39C
Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) Catalog NAVEDTRA 43100-6M
Manual of Navy Enlisted Manpower and Personnel Classifications and Occupational Standards
NAVPERS 18068F Volume 1 & 2
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