Personnel and Administration
Personnel Administration Specialist
- Manages administrative tasks including personnel records, pay, and human resources support.
- Serves in headquarters units, administrative offices, and various commands.
Postal Clerk
- Manages postal services, including mail sorting, distribution, and delivery.
- Serves in postal units on bases and deployment zones.
Combat Correspondent
- Documents and reports on Marine Corps operations and activities, producing written and multimedia content.
- Serves in public affairs units, command centers, and deployment zones.
Intelligence
Intelligence Specialist
- Collects, analyzes, and disseminates intelligence information to support military operations.
- Serves in intelligence units, command centers, and operational environments.
Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Specialist
- Conducts counterintelligence and human intelligence operations to gather and protect critical information.
- Serves in intelligence units, operational commands, and deployment zones.
Infantry
Rifleman
- Engages in ground combat operations, using various weapons and tactics to achieve mission objectives.
- Serves in infantry units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Machine Gunner
- Operates machine guns to provide direct fire support for infantry units.
- Serves in infantry units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Mortarman
- Operates mortars to provide indirect fire support for infantry units.
- Serves in infantry units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Assaultman
- Engages in close combat using anti-armor weapons and demolitions to destroy enemy positions.
- Serves in infantry units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Infantry Squad Leader
- Leads infantry squads in combat operations, managing tactics and coordination.
- Serves in infantry units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Logistics
Logistics/Embarkation Specialist
- Manages logistics planning, embarkation, and transportation of personnel and equipment.
- Serves in logistics units, supply depots, and operational commands.
Warehouse Clerk
- Manages the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment.
- Serves in logistics units, supply depots, and operational commands.
Ammunition Technician
- Manages the storage, handling, and distribution of ammunition and explosives.
- Serves in ordnance units, supply depots, and operational commands.
Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Plans
MAGTF Planner
- Develops and coordinates plans for Marine Air-Ground Task Force operations.
- Serves in MAGTF units, command centers, and operational environments.
Communications
Field Radio Operator
- Operates and maintains radio communication equipment to ensure secure and reliable communication.
- Serves in communication units, command centers, and field operations.
Cyber Network Operator
- Manages cyber network operations, including defense and security of information systems.
- Serves in cyber units, command centers, and operational environments.
Field Artillery
Field Artillery Cannoneer
- Operates and maintains artillery weapons systems to provide fire support for ground operations.
- Serves in artillery units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Field Artillery Fire Controlman
- Manages fire control systems for artillery units, ensuring accuracy and coordination of fire missions.
- Serves in artillery units, command centers, and deployment zones.
Training
Marksmanship Instructor
- Provides marksmanship training and instruction to improve shooting proficiency of Marines.
- Serves in training units, ranges, and instructional facilities.
Drill Instructor
- Trains and mentors recruits during basic training, instilling discipline and Marine Corps values.
- Serves in recruit training centers.
Utilities
Utilities Chief
- Manages utilities operations, including electrical, water, and HVAC systems.
- Serves in engineering units, bases, and operational environments.
Water Support Technician
- Operates and maintains water purification and distribution systems.
- Serves in engineering units, bases, and field environments.
Engineer, Construction, Facilities & Equipment
Combat Engineer
- Provides engineering support for combat operations, including construction, demolitions, and fortifications.
- Serves in engineering units, bases, and operational environments.
Heavy Equipment Operator
- Operates heavy equipment for construction and earthmoving projects.
- Serves in engineering units, bases, and operational environments.
Construction Wireman
- Installs and maintains electrical wiring for construction projects.
- Serves in engineering units, bases, and operational environments.
Engineering Equipment Mechanic
- Maintains and repairs construction and engineering equipment.
- Serves in engineering units, bases, and operational environments.
Information Maneuver
Information Operations Specialist
- Conducts information operations to influence, disrupt, or protect information and communication systems.
- Serves in information operations units, command centers, and operational environments.
Amphibious Assault Vehicle
Amphibious Assault Vehicle Crewman
- Operates and maintains amphibious assault vehicles to transport personnel and equipment.
- Serves in amphibious units, training centers, and deployment zones.
Ground Ordnance Maintenance
Small Arms Repairer/Technician
- Maintains and repairs small arms and light weapons to ensure operational readiness.
- Serves in ordnance units, maintenance depots, and operational environments.
Artillery Mechanic
- Maintains and repairs artillery weapons systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Serves in artillery units, maintenance depots, and operational environments.
Ammunition and Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician
- Handles and disposes of explosive devices, ensuring safe disposal and neutralization.
- Serves in EOD units, operational commands, and deployment zones.
Signals Intelligence/Ground Electronic Warfare
Signals Intelligence Analyst
- Intercepts and analyzes signals intelligence to provide critical information.
- Serves in intelligence units, command centers, and operational environments.
Electronic Warfare Specialist
- Conducts electronic warfare operations to disrupt enemy communications and radar systems.
- Serves in intelligence units, command centers, and operational environments.
Linguist
Cryptologic Linguist
- Translates and analyzes foreign language communications for intelligence purposes.
- Serves in intelligence units, command centers, and operational environments.
Ground Electronics Maintenance
Ground Electronics Maintenance Technician
- Maintains and repairs ground electronic systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Serves in electronics maintenance units, bases, and operational environments.
Supply Administration & Operations
Supply Administration and Operations Specialist
- Manages supply operations, including inventory control and logistics planning.
- Serves in logistics units, supply depots, and operational environments.
Distribution Management
Distribution Management Specialist
- Manages the distribution and transportation of supplies and equipment.
- Serves in logistics units, supply depots, and operational environments.
Food Service
Food Service Specialist
- Prepares and serves meals in dining facilities, ensuring proper nutrition and food safety.
- Serves in mess halls, bases, and field kitchens.
Financial Management
Financial Management Resource Analyst
- Manages financial operations, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Serves in finance offices, bases, and command centers.
Motor Transport Career
Motor Transport Operator
- Operates and maintains military vehicles for transportation of personnel and equipment.
- Serves in transportation units, logistics hubs, and operational environments.
Morale, Welfare & Recreation
Recreation Specialist
- Manages recreation programs and facilities to support morale and welfare of Marines.
- Serves in bases, recreation centers, and operational environments.
Legal Services
Legal Services Specialist
- Provides legal and administrative support, including legal research and preparation of legal documents.
- Serves in legal offices, bases, and command centers.
Communication Strategy
Combat Camera Specialist
- Documents and reports on Marine Corps operations and activities through photography and videography.
- Serves in public affairs units, command centers, and deployment zones.
Music
Musician
- Performs as a member of the Marine Corps Band, providing musical support for ceremonies and events.
- Serves in military bands, ceremonial units, and special events.
Chemical, Biological, Radiological & Nuclear Defense
CBRN Defense Specialist
- Conducts defense and response operations for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats.
- Serves in CBRN units, bases, and operational environments.
Military Police & Corrections
Military Police
- Enforces law and order, conducts security operations, and manages detention facilities.
- Serves on bases, in security units, and operational environments.
Corrections Specialist
- Manages military correctional facilities and oversees the custody and rehabilitation of detainees.
- Serves in military police units, correctional facilities, and operational environments.
Electronics Maintenance
Electronics Maintenance Technician
- Maintains and repairs electronic systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Serves in electronics maintenance units, bases, and operational environments.
Aircraft Maintenance
Aircraft Mechanic
- Maintains and repairs aircraft systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Serves in aviation units, maintenance depots, and airbases.
Aircraft Mechanic (Hydraulics)
- Maintains and repairs hydraulic systems on aircraft.
- Serves in aviation units, maintenance depots, and airbases.
Aircraft Mechanic (Structures)
- Maintains and repairs aircraft structures, including airframes and fuselage components.
- Serves in aviation units, maintenance depots, and airbases.
Avionics
Avionics Technician
- Maintains and repairs avionics systems on aircraft.
- Serves in aviation units, maintenance depots, and airbases.
Aviation Ordnance
Aviation Ordnance Technician
- Manages and maintains aircraft weapons and ordnance systems.
- Serves in aviation units, maintenance depots, and airbases.
Aviation Logistics
Aviation Logistics Information Management Support Specialist
- Manages logistics information systems to support aviation operations.
- Serves in aviation units, logistics centers, and airbases.
Meteorology & Oceanography
Meteorology and Oceanography Specialist
- Collects and analyzes meteorological and oceanographic data to support mission planning and operations.
- Serves in weather units, command centers, and operational environments.
Airfield Services
Airfield Operations Specialist
- Manages airfield operations, ensuring safe and efficient aircraft movement.
- Serves on airfields, in control towers, and operations centers.
Air Control/Air Support/Anti-Air Warfare/Air Traffic Control
Air Traffic Control Specialist
- Manages the safe and orderly flow of air traffic, providing instructions to aircraft in the air and on the ground.
- Serves in aviation units, airfields, and air traffic control towers.
Anti-Air Warfare Specialist
- Operates and maintains anti-air warfare systems to protect against aerial threats.
- Serves in air defense units, command centers, and operational environments.
Air Control/Air Support Specialist
- Coordinates and controls air support operations to provide fire support for ground forces.
- Serves in aviation units, command centers, and operational environments.
Navigation Officer/Enlisted Flight Crews
Flight Crew Chief
- Manages and oversees aircraft flight operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Serves in aviation units, aircraft squadrons, and deployment zones.
Navigation Officer
- Manages navigation systems and ensures accurate and safe passage for aircraft.
- Serves in aviation units, aircraft squadrons, and deployment zones.
Miscellaneous Requirements MOS
Recruiter
- Identifies, screens, and recruits individuals for service in the Marine Corps.
- Serves in recruiting stations, offices, and various locations.
Drill Instructor
- Trains and mentors recruits during basic training, instilling discipline and Marine Corps values.
- Serves in recruit training centers.