As a Second Officer, you will need to master following:

• address aircraft mechanical issues
• air transport law
• aircraft flight control systems
• airport planning
• airport safety regulations
• aviation meteorology
• carry out navigational calculations
• common aviation safety regulations
• electrical systems used in transportation
• ensure aircraft compliance with regulation
• ensure compliance with airport security measures
• ensure public safety and security
• ensure smooth on board operations
• inspect aircraft
• perform aircraft maintenance
• perform routine flight operations checks
• use meteorological information

More generally, a second officer is also versed in:

• comply with checklists
• deal with challenging work conditions
• electronics
• ensure ongoing compliance with regulations
• follow verbal instructions
• geographic areas
• handle stressful situations
• interpret visual literacy
• operate cockpit control panels
• read 3D displays
• undertake procedures to meet aircraft flight requirements

It also helps to know the following:

• apply airport standards and regulations
• geostationary satellites
• respond to changing navigation circumstances
• undertake procedures to meet helicopter flight requirements
• consider economic criteria in decision making
• have computer literacy
• launching of satellites into orbit
• make independent operating decisions