Air Traffic Control Systems Maintenance Chief

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  • Required Test Average Duration: 4.7
  • Desinnation Designation: 5959
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 22
  • Category Category: Electronics Maintenance
  • Age Average Age: 40
Air Traffic Control Systems Maintenance Chiefs supervise, coordinate, and instruct enlisted personnel in the performance of air traffic control maintenance functions. Provide information concerning the capabilities, limitations, and reliability of air traffic control systems and equipment. Instruct operation and maintenance of air traffic control systems. Perform staff support duties in formulating and implementing maintenance and supply plans, provisioning air traffic control systems, and preparing publications and training materials. Supervises surveying, siting, installation, modification, and maintenance tasks. Supervise Air Traffic Control Maintenance Personnel in MOSs 5951, 5952, 5953, and 5954. Must possess a working knowledge of applicable Marine Corps Ground Equipment and Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs.
Category Requirements
Age17-28
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaPreferred
GED AcceptedYes (limited)
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~31
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversPossible
Tattoo PolicyStrict
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–78 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsModerate
Security Clearance JobsSome
Physical Fitness TestPFT/CFT
Basic Training Length~13 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyVery High
Deployment FrequencyHigh
Combat Job AvailabilityHigh
Technical JobsMedium
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessOften assigned
Promotion SpeedFast
Branch CultureWarrior Culture
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