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Aviation Ordnance
Technician.

Navy 7362 (Aviation Ordnance Technician). 720 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $55K–$75K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours720DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 9 semester hours recommended in basic electricity, electronics, and weaponry.

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage2/5direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 7362 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending

/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 7362 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have05

01
Ammunition Identification and Handling→ Inventory Management Systems
02
Basic Electricity and Electronics→ Hardware Troubleshooting
03
Troubleshooting and Repair of Ordnance Equipment→ Software Debugging
04
Rapid Prioritization→ Project Management
05
Procedural Compliance→ Quality Assurance

To learn08

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+Python fundamentals+Selenium or Cypress for automated testing+Linux server administration basics+Networking fundamentals+SQL for data querying and manipulation+Data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)+Help desk ticketing systems (e.g., Zendesk, Jira Service Management)+Remote desktop support tools

How VWC fits

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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Aircraft Mechanic

$75K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license

P.02

Quality Control Inspector

$60K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Six Sigma certification
— ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)

P.03

Weapons System Technician

$70K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Specific manufacturer training (e.g., Raytheon, Lockheed Martin)
— Advanced electronics troubleshooting

P.04

Logistics Specialist

$55K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Supply chain management certification (e.g., CSCP)
— Inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

P.05

Technical Trainer

$65K

Moderate match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Instructional design certification
— Excellent communication skills
— Curriculum development experience

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 7362 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Rapid Prioritization

As an Aviation Ordnance Technician, you constantly assessed the readiness of various weapon systems, deciding which needed immediate attention based on mission requirements and potential threats. This demanded quick, accurate prioritization under pressure.

Transfers to

This ability to quickly assess and rank tasks based on urgency and importance translates directly to project management and emergency response roles in the civilian sector.

S.02

Procedural Compliance

Your role involved strict adherence to safety protocols and maintenance procedures for handling and maintaining aviation ordnance. Deviation from these procedures could have catastrophic consequences.

Transfers to

Your commitment to following detailed procedures and maintaining safety standards is highly valuable in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

S.03

Team Synchronization

You worked closely with pilots, maintenance crews, and other technicians to ensure that aircraft were properly armed and ready for missions. Effective communication and coordination were crucial for mission success.

Transfers to

Your experience in synchronizing efforts across diverse teams makes you well-suited for roles that require collaboration and coordination, such as operations management and event planning.

S.04

Situational Awareness

Maintaining a high degree of situational awareness was essential for identifying potential hazards and responding effectively to unexpected events during ordnance handling and maintenance.

Transfers to

Your heightened awareness and ability to anticipate potential problems are valuable assets in fields such as risk management, security, and logistics.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Compliance Officer

SOC 13-1041

You've been meticulously following safety protocols and regulations related to aviation ordnance. This experience has instilled in you a deep understanding of compliance, making you an ideal candidate to ensure companies adhere to industry standards and legal requirements.

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Coordinator

SOC 13-1081

You've been managing the flow of ordnance, ensuring it's in the right place at the right time. This logistical expertise translates well to coordinating supply chains, managing inventory, and optimizing delivery schedules in various industries.

Adjacent · Match

Quality Assurance Specialist

SOC 19-4041

You've been responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of aviation ordnance. Your attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards make you a strong candidate for quality assurance roles in manufacturing, healthcare, or technology.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy