AWS Rating Naval Aircrewman Anti-Submarine — Civilian Career Guide
Operates acoustic and non-acoustic anti-submarine warfare systems aboard Navy aircraft. Processes and analyzes sonar data to detect and track submarines.
CAREER PATHS
3
TOP SALARY
$104,600.00
AVG SALARY
$95,367.00
Civilian Career Matches
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.
Acoustic Engineer
SOC 17-2031
$104,600.00
median/yr
Sonar Technician (Defense)
SOC 17-3029
$78,000.00
median/yr
Data Analyst
SOC 15-2051
$103,500.00
median/yr
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