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Airborne Combat Navigators
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Airborne Combat Navigators
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What do Airborne Combat Navigators do in the Military?
Where do Airborne Combat Navigators work?
Airborne combat navigators perform their work in aircraft. They may be stationed at air bases or aboard aircraft carriers anywhere around the world.
How much do they make?
Median Military Salary
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$118,479
Military Salary Range
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$23,672 - $331,665
How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you'll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Set based on rank and years of service.
- Paid every month.
Allowances are additional payments to help cover living expenses like housing and food.
- Tax-free payments.
- Varies by location and family status.
Special pay provides extra compensation for unique skills, hazardous duties, or challenging assignments.
- Based on specialized roles.
- Varies by position and duty.
What training do Airborne Combat Navigators gain in the Military?
Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Airborne combat navigators may have an education in engineering or a related field. Like other officers, they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Practical experience in navigation is gained through training in aircraft simulators and through actual flying time. Further training occurs on the job and through advanced courses. Training content may include:
- Principles and methods of navigation
- Operation of communication, weapon, and radar systems
- Inspection and testing of navigation equipment and systems
- Combat and bombing navigation procedures and tactics
Military Training for Enlisted Service members
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training.
What skills help Airborne Combat Navigators succeed?
- Ability to read maps and charts
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies
- Interest in work requiring accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong desire to fly
What are possible career paths after the Military?
- Aviation Inspectors
- Airfield Operations Specialists
- Commercial Pilots
- Airline Pilots, Copilots and Flight Engineers
- Aerospace Engineers
- Air Traffic Controllers