1803 - Assault Amphibian (AA) Officer

Summary

Assault Amphibian Officers command, or assist in commanding, assault amphibian (AA) units, provide recommendations to the supported unit commander for the tactical employment of AA units.

They also direct AA units on maneuvers, tactical problems, and in combat.

In conjunction with the U.S.

Navy units, they control the ship to shore movement of AAVs.

AAV Officers are responsible for the AA unit’s personnel and equipment readiness, operational employment, and the identification and coordination of required logistics support.

Prerequisites

Must have WS-I water survival qualification.

Must have normal color vision.

Must have visual acuity correctable to 20/20 in both eyes.

Must meet MOS classification standards, as listed in the glossary (pg.

xiv) prior to graduating from the Basic School.

Requirements

Complete the Assault Amphibian Officer Course (M1018J3), Camp Pendleton, CA.

Must possess the psychological and physiological qualifications required for licensing as an Ordnance Vehicle Operator (see reference (cz)).

POI CID

M10AH53

Duties

For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (n), Assault Amphibious Vehicle Training and Readiness Manual.

Armored Assault Vehicle Officers 55-1013.

None.

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