One of the greatest things about being enlisted in the United States Marine Corps is that they are first on the scene. Making sure that the troops can enter through multiple directions is possible because of the different vehicles which are used to deliver troops and equipment to the battle zones. Among the necessary vehicles are the Amphibious Assult Vehicles (AAVs). These are able to bring troops and equipment ashore, but they require expert operators in order to make sure that they are being used correctly.
What You Will Do
When you work as an AAV crewman, you will be asked to work in one of three different positions. Each position includes its own specific job:
– AAV Trac Commander ? In charge of leadership and maintenance of the AAV and the crew.
– AAV Driver ? You will be in charge of making sure that the AAV is moving towards the correct destination as well as making sure that weapons systems are being used correctly.
– AAV Rear Crewman ? Operates equipment used to deploy troops and equipment ad well as the weapons used to protect them.
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Get the Training
You will go through recruit training like all other enlisted personnel. You will then go through the Assault Amphibian Crewman Course at Camp Pendleton in California. You will learn the specifics of the work that you will do in the US Marines. Click on the link above to find out more about how you can get started in this career field.
great article. Thank you!
I served 4 years on a AAV, and loved every minute of it. Great career choice for a soon to be Marine.
I’m going into the USMarines this summer. I’m going in as a AAV. There are so many good jobs available in the Marines. I wish everyone the best of luck!!!!