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93B · ARMY · Enlisted

Aviation Operations
NCO.

Army 93B (Aviation Operations NCO). 240 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $65K–$135K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours240DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours recommended in Aviation Management

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage2/6direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 93B 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 93B training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have12

01
Aviation Operations Planning→ Cloud Resource Allocation
02
Airspace Management→ Network Management
03
Emergency Procedures→ Incident Response
04
Situational Awareness→ Real-time Monitoring and Alerting
05
Procedural Compliance→ Configuration Management
06
AN/ARC-231 Skyfire Radio→ Commercial aviation VHF/UHF radio systems
07
AN/APX-119 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF)→ Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) transponders
08
Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR)→ Handheld GPS navigation devices
09
Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS)→ Airspace management software (e.g., used by FAA)
10
DOD Flight Information Publications (FLIP)→ Jeppesen aviation charts and publications
11
Blue Force Tracker (BFT)→ Real-time GPS fleet management systems
12
Joint Air Request Net (JARN)→ WebEOC crisis information management software

To learn08

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

+Linux system administration+Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)+Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)+Configuration Management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)+Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing)+Scripting (Python, Bash)+Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools+Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing basics

How VWC fits

Vets Who Code is a free, full-time software engineering accelerator for veterans, active duty, and military spouses. We close the fundamentals — terminal, web platform, AI tooling, portfolio projects — so the rest of this list becomes specialization, not square one.

See VWC Programs →

/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Commercial Pilot

$95K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— FAA Commercial Pilot License
— Instrument Rating
— Specific aircraft type ratings

P.02

Air Traffic Controller

$135K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist Certification
— On-the-job training at an FAA facility

P.03

Emergency Management Specialist

$78K

Moderate match

High demand

Skills to develop

— FEMA certifications (e.g., IS-100, IS-700)
— Project management skills
— Civilian emergency management protocols

P.04

Intelligence Analyst

$82K

Good match

High demand

Skills to develop

— Proficiency in intelligence analysis software (e.g., Palantir)
— Enhanced analytical and critical thinking skills
— Security clearance (if required by the employer)

P.05

Geospatial Technician

$65K

Moderate match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— GIS (Geographic Information System) software proficiency
— Civilian mapping standards and techniques
— Data analysis and visualization skills

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 93B training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Situational Awareness

As an aerial observer, you maintained constant awareness of your surroundings, identifying potential threats, tracking friendly forces, and understanding the overall battlefield situation from a unique vantage point.

Transfers to

This translates to an ability to quickly assess complex environments, anticipate problems, and maintain a broad understanding of interconnected factors, even under pressure.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

In dynamic aerial operations, you constantly prioritized tasks, whether it was relaying critical information, adjusting fire support, or reacting to sudden changes in the environment. Your decisions had to be fast and effective.

Transfers to

This demonstrates the ability to quickly evaluate competing demands, identify the most critical issues, and allocate resources effectively in time-sensitive situations. You know how to stay focused when things get hectic.

S.03

Team Synchronization

Working within a helicopter crew and coordinating with ground forces, you mastered the art of seamless teamwork. You understood how to integrate your actions with others to achieve a common objective.

Transfers to

This showcases your ability to collaborate effectively within a team, understand different roles and perspectives, and synchronize efforts to maximize efficiency and achieve shared goals. You are a natural team player.

S.04

Procedural Compliance

Following strict aviation procedures and protocols was critical for safety and mission success. You adhered to checklists, communication standards, and operational guidelines to ensure everything ran smoothly.

Transfers to

This highlights your disciplined approach to work, your commitment to following established processes, and your understanding of the importance of accuracy and attention to detail. You ensure things are done right.

/ 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.

Emergency Management Specialist

SOC 11-9161.00

You've been trained to quickly assess unfolding situations, prioritize actions, and coordinate with various teams, making critical decisions under pressure. Your experience in aerial observation translates directly to understanding the scope of a disaster and managing the response effectively.

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Analyst

SOC 13-2081.00

You're skilled at interpreting maps, understanding operational needs, and coordinating resources in a dynamic environment. Your expertise in planning aerial missions and identifying critical targets aligns perfectly with optimizing supply chains and ensuring timely delivery of essential goods.

Adjacent · Match

Intelligence Analyst

SOC 15-2051.00

You have a proven ability to collect, analyze, and disseminate critical information. Your experience identifying enemy positions, assessing threats, and preparing intelligence reports directly translates to gathering and interpreting data for strategic decision-making in a civilian setting.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy