The Assessment of Officer Competencies in Military Aviation Engineering

Abstract

It is a primary condition of the proper operation of military aviation organizations and their task fulfillment to dispose over well-trained, professional personnel, including enough, well-prepared officers specializing in aviation engineering. In order to enable their work and qualifying them for their tasks, they receive schooling following particular standards of education as well as those of final results. The provision of ongoing supply of new generations of military aviation specialists requires an understanding of competencies requested by the various air force jobs provided by the Hungarian Defense Forces. Research and assessment concentrating on present requirements on the side of the employer and proper analysis for the sake of forecasting and planning may add value to the education and training portfolio development as well as to the harmonization of labor market needs and the knowledge and capabilities of new officers. The present article presents some results of such a research.