Navy Aviation Boatswain CWO (731X)

Aviation Boatswain Chief Warrant Officers (CWO) are technical specialists in aircraft handling and support operations aboard ship.

They ensure smooth launch and recovery operations by: Directing the movement of all aircraft Supervising every turn, tow, and park Securing aircraft to the deck

Aviation Boatswain’s Mates also: Operate and maintain catapults, arresting gear, barricades, and associated flightdeck launching and recovery equipment Operate and service aircraft ground-handling equipment and machinery Operate and service aircraft crash, firefighting, and rescue

The average Aviation Boatswain’s Mate salary in the United States is $51,598 per year or $25 per hour.

Applicants for the Navy’s flying CWO Program should: Be ready to be the operational expert onboard Be world-wide assignable Be well rounded Have demonstrated superior leadership, operational expertise, and managerial skills in a variety of surface, space, air, and undersea areas of operation