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Pick any two codes from any branches. Useful if you held more than one, you're weighing a reclass, or you want to show a hiring manager that your job and theirs are the same work under different names.
These two overlap on 2 civilian careers
Both AST and ABfeed the same work. This is the concrete version of "transferable skills" — worth naming directly on a resume.
AST — Aviation Survival Technician
Coast Guard rescue swimmers who deploy from helicopters to perform search and rescue in extreme conditions. Also serve as EMTs and maintain survival equipment.
Top civilian careers
- Offshore Safety Specialist$84,430.00
- Paramedic$58,410.00
- Search and Rescue Technician$52,290.00
- Firefighter/EMT$52,290.00
Key skills
AB — Aviation Boatswain's Mate
Launches, recovers, and handles aircraft on carrier flight decks. High-risk operations management transfers to aviation ground operations and safety roles.
Top civilian careers
- Safety Manager$81,340.00
- Airport Operations Manager$60,000.00
- Fire Protection Specialist$57,000.00
- Aviation Fueling Supervisor$45,000.00
Key skills
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