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Marines,
Until very recently I was unsure if the corps was right for me. Now that I have made the decision, I am wondering what job would be the best fit for me. I have a strong desire to work with UAVs but, to be honest, I really have no idea what that would require.
On another note I have been horrible in my workout routine, I seem to lack all discipline in that regard. I am a skinny kid looking to beef up and get my cardio up to par.
That all being said, I ask 2 things.
1. How can I improve my self discipline up to and throughout my service?
2. What is UAV operations all about (duties, requirements, etc.)?
Thank you all very much
Lisa 23
06-03-10, 08:19 AM
Marine Corps Enlisted Job Descriptions
MOS 7314 - - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Air Vehicle Operator
Type of MOS (http://usmilitary.about.com/od/enlistedjo2/a/mosdef.htm) : PMOS
Rank (http://usmilitary.about.com/od/theorderlyroom/l/blenlrank.htm) Range: MGySgt to Pvt
Job Description: External UAV operators execute the initial takeoff and final landing phases of UAV operations. They are also an integral part of all mission planning, takeoff and landing sequences, and crew coordination aspects of UAV flight.
Job Requirements:
(1) This MOS is to be assigned to qualified Air Vehicle Operators (MOS 7314) who have successfully completed formal training at Ft. Huachuca, AZ in external UAV operations.
(2) Superior adaptability to three-dimensional spatial relationships.
(3) Must meet all the physical requirements per NAVMED P-117 (Manual of the Naval Medical Department), section IV, article 15-65, paragraph 1.15, as MOS 7314, with the following addition: Depth Perception-AFVT A-D.
Duties: For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to MCO 1510.82A (http://www.marines.mil/news/publications/Pages/MCO%201510.82A.aspx), Individual Training Standards.
http://usmilitary.about.com/od/enlistedjo2/a/7314.htm
When using the word Corps, it will always be capitalized.
Do a search on the site for fitness help, as this has been covered many times.
Only YOU will know which MOS is best suited for YOU.
IF joining the Marine Corps is something that you really want, then you need to motivate yourself to get your butt in gear to get yourself into shape.
Go to the recruiters office and talk with a recruiter face-to-face.....don't call or email.
Thank you very much for the info WMarine. That website you linked is great and I have read it top to bottom. I do apologize for not capitalizing Corps (I'm new to this military business).
Also I appreciate the advice very much, it looks like it is time for me to get my butt over to the recruiters.
I do plan on working with UAVs, and I will not let my lack of motivation to workout stop me.