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1310 · NAVY · Officer

Naval
Aviator.

Navy 1310 (Naval Aviator). 800 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $85K–$170K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours800DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 30 semester hours recommended
Tech roles4mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage3/6direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 1310 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 1310 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have05
  • 01
    Situational Awareness→ Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to manage risks.
  • 02
    Rapid Prioritization→ Effectively manage multiple projects and make critical decisions under tight deadlines.
  • 03
    Team Synchronization→ Coordinate complex operations and motivate teams for project management or team leadership.
  • 04
    After-Action Analysis→ Identify areas of improvement and implement process changes for maximum efficiency.
  • 05
    Managing maintenance programs→ Experience with managing equipment availability and preventative maintenance programs which translates to managing system uptime and reliability.
To learn09

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

+Cloud computing basics (AWS, Azure, or GCP)+Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation)+Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing)+Project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum)+Communication and presentation skills+Cybersecurity fundamentals+Security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)+System analysis and design principles+Data analysis and modeling techniques
How VWC fits

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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5
P.01

Airline Pilot

$170K
High match
High demand
P.02

Aerospace Engineer

$125K
Good match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
  • — CAD Software
  • — MATLAB
  • — FEA Analysis
P.03

Project Manager

$110K
Good match
Very high demand
Skills to develop
  • — PMP Certification
P.04

Intelligence Analyst

$90K
Good match
High demand
Skills to develop
  • — Data analysis
  • — Security clearance
P.05

Logistics Manager

$85K
Moderate match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
  • — Supply chain management
  • — ERP systems
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1310 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Situational Awareness

As a pilot and officer, you constantly assess your surroundings – weather, terrain, enemy positions, aircraft status, and the positions of other friendly assets – to make informed decisions under pressure.

Transfers to

This ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and anticipate potential problems translates directly to being able to see the 'big picture' and proactively manage risks in civilian settings.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

In high-stakes aerial environments, you must quickly assess competing demands and prioritize actions, such as responding to threats, navigating emergencies, or adjusting mission parameters on the fly.

Transfers to

This translates to the ability to thrive in fast-paced, demanding environments where you can effectively manage multiple projects, delegate tasks, and make critical decisions under tight deadlines.

S.03

Team Synchronization

Whether leading a squadron or coordinating with other units, you are responsible for ensuring that everyone is working together effectively to achieve a common goal. This involves clear communication, shared understanding of objectives, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

Transfers to

Your experience in coordinating complex operations and motivating teams makes you well-suited to roles requiring strong leadership and collaboration skills, such as project management or team leadership.

S.04

After-Action Analysis

Following every mission or exercise, you participate in debriefings to identify lessons learned, improve procedures, and enhance future performance. This involves critical self-reflection, constructive feedback, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Transfers to

This skill translates to a strong aptitude for identifying areas of improvement, implementing process changes, and ensuring that projects are consistently evaluated and optimized for maximum efficiency.

/ 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.

Air Traffic Controller

SOC 53-2011.00

As a former Navy pilot, you've honed exceptional situational awareness and rapid prioritization skills. You've been trained to maintain composure under pressure and make critical decisions in dynamic environments, making you a natural fit for managing the flow of air traffic.

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Manager

SOC 11-3071.00

You've managed complex operations involving multiple assets and personnel. Your proven ability to coordinate resources, anticipate challenges, and maintain situational awareness makes you ideally suited to oversee the flow of goods, materials, and information within a supply chain.

Adjacent · Match

Emergency Management Director

SOC 11-9161.00

You're adept at making quick decisions under pressure while evaluating constantly changing variables. You already understand the importance of planning, resource allocation, and team coordination in high-stakes situations, which will help you excel in preparing for and responding to disasters and emergencies.

Adjacent · Match
/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED
Academy

Flight School

Naval Air Station Pensacola
800hHours
52wkWeeks
ACECredit

Up to 30 semester hours recommended

Topics · 8
  • Aerodynamics
  • Aircraft Systems
  • Navigation
  • Meteorology
  • Flight Planning
  • Formation Flying
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Tactical Maneuvering
Partial coverage · 3
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)60%

    Formal project management methodologies, predictive/adaptive lifecycles, business analysis, and some specific knowledge areas.

  • Certified Manager (CM)70%

    Requires demonstrating management experience and passing an exam covering planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.

  • Certified Aviation Manager (CAM)50%

    Business aviation operations, maintenance management, safety, and regulatory compliance. Requires aviation experience.

Recommended next · 03
  • FAA Commercial Pilot License (if not already attained during service)Adjacent
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)Adjacent
  • Lean Six Sigma Black BeltAdjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation

What you ran, in their words.

Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.

Military SystemCivilian EquivalentDomain
AN/ASQ-228 ATFLIR (Advanced Targeting Forward-Looking Infrared)FLIR Systems for aerial inspection and surveillanceOperations
Link 16 (Tactical Data Exchange)Military grade encrypted communication system equivalent to secure data networks with real-time information sharing capabilities.Operations
AN/ALQ-214 Integrated Defensive Electronic Countermeasures (IDECM)Advanced electronic warfare suites used in commercial aircraft for self-protection.Operations
Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS)Advanced GPS-based landing systems used in commercial aviationOperations
IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) SystemsADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) transpondersOperations
NAVSSI (Navigation Sensor System Interface)Integrated bridge systems (IBS) in commercial shippingSignals
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