OREGON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD

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AVIATION CONTROL THE SKY National Guard helicopter crews fly a variety of missions, from security operations to disaster relief. They might be transporting troops or aiding medical evacuations. Every member of aviation, from pilots to crew chiefs to mechanics, is vital to accomplishing a mission. Every helicopter has its own team of mechanics to ensure it’s always running efficiently. In the event of a natural disaster, Guard pilots drop water and food and save those in harm’s way. They are trained to fly in any weather and take off or land in high-risk situations.


15B - AIRCRAFT POWERPLANT REPAIRER OVERVIEW

The Aircraft Powerplant Repairer is primarily responsible for supervising, inspecting and performing maintenance on aircraft turbine engines and components. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on airplanes and helicopters, Aircraft Powerplant Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

  • Maintain engine assemblies and engine systems

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions

  • Perform limited maintenance operational checks

  • Use and maintain common/special tools

  • Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

TRAINING
Job training for an Aircraft Powerplant Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and over 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 17 weeks, 4 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems 

  • Engine disassembly, inspection and repair

  • Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Interest in mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft

  • Ability to use hand and power tools

  • Experience working with engine mechanics

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15D - AIRCRAFT POWERTRAIN REPAIRER OVERVIEW

The Aircraft Powertrain Repairer is primarily responsible for supervising, inspecting and performing maintenance on aircraft powertrain systems. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on airplanes and helicopters, Aircraft Powertrain Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

  • Repair powertrain quills, transmission adapting parts, rotary-wing hubs and tanks

  • Disassemble, repair, reassemble, adjust, balance and align powertrain systems

  • Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials

  • Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

TRAINING
Job training for an Aircraft Powertrain Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 20 weeks, 3 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems

  • Engine disassembly, inspection and repair

  • Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Interest in mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft

  • Ability to use hand and power tools

  • Experience working with engine mechanics

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15E DRONE (RQ-7 UAS) REPAIRER

The RQ-7 unmanned aircraft systems repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance functions on unmanned aerial vehicles. They keep the aircraft ready to fly and ensure their ability to collect and transmit information.


JOB DUTIES

  • Repair the aircraft's electrical, avionics, propulsion and fuel systems

  • Maintenance of optical payloads, weapons systems, electrical systems, radio frequency systems and takeoff/landing systems

TRAINING

Job training for an RQ-7 repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks and 2 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Huachuca, AZ with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Electrical theory and system maintenance

  • Troubleshooting procedures

  • Soldering skills

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft

  • Ability to work as a member on a team

  • Experience working with electronics and electronic equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

  • Electronics (EL): 93

  • Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15F AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN

The Aircraft Electrician is primarily responsible for supervising, inspecting and performing maintenance on aircraft electrical systems. They ensure that the electrical systems on airplanes and helicopters are properly maintained and repaired.

JOB DUTIES

  • Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and electronic components

  • Maintain electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and nickel-cadmium batteries

  • Use and maintain common/special tools

  • Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials

  • Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

TRAINING
Job training for an Aircraft Electrician requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 17 weeks, 4 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Electrical theory and system maintenance

  • Troubleshooting procedures

  • Soldering skills

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Problem-solving

  • Ability to use hand and power tools

  • Experience working with electronics and electronic equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15G AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL REPAIRER

The Aircraft Structural Repairer is primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on aircraft structures. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on airplanes and helicopters, Aircraft Structural Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

  • Repair/replace aircraft structural components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures

  • Fabricate structural parts using metal-forming techniques and fiberglass materials

  • Make repairs to transparent plastic windows and enclosures

  • Balance fixed-wing aircraft controls and apply primers/paints on aircraft surfaces

  • Maintain facilities for storage of flammable/hazardous materials

TRAINING
Job training for an Aircraft Structural Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 16 weeks, 2 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Engine disassembly and repair

  • Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings

  • Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics

  • Ability to use hand and power tools

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15N- AVIONIC MECHANIC


The Avionic Mechanic performs maintenance on tactical communications security, communication, navigation and flight control equipment.

JOB DUTIES

  • Perform maintenance checks on aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, and avionic and controlled cryptographic equipment

  • Maintain common/special tools and equipment

  • Troubleshoot equipment and diagnose repairs

  • Maintain shop and bench stock for aircraft avionic equipment


TRAINING

Job training for an Avionic Mechanic requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 24 weeks at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Restoration of avionic systems and subsystems

  • Basic electronics theory

  • Common soldering and systems-installation practices


HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft

  • Ability to work as a member of a team

  • Multitasking


REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 93


15P - AVIATION OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

The Aviation Operations Specialist is primarily responsible for scheduling and dispatching tactical aircraft missions. They help operate one of the largest fleets of aircraft in the world and keep them running safely and efficiently.

JOB DUTIES

  • Process local and cross-country flight clearances

  • Check accuracy of flight plans and coordinate them

  • Maintain flight logs on incoming/outgoing flights and individual flight records

  • Alert crash crews of emergencies

  • Interpret and post weather reports


TRAINING

Job training for an Aviation Operations Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks, 3 days at Fort Novosel, AL

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Introduction to Army National Guard aviation operations and record-keeping

  • Procedures for scheduling aircraft and assigning crews

  • Flight planning and airfield operations


HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Interest in working with computers

  • Ability to use typewriters and office machines

  • Interest in math, aircraft and air traffic

  • Experience keeping accurate records


REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91


15T - UH-60 BLACKHAWK REPAIRER

The UH-60 Helicopter Repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on these helicopters, UH-60 Helicopter Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly. 

JOB DUTIES

  • Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls

  • Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems

  • Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks

  • Assist in diagnosing/troubleshooting

TRAINING
Job training for a UH-60 Helicopter Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 15 weeks, 1 day at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Engine disassembly and repair

  • Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings

  • Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics

  • Ability to use hand and power tools

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15U - CH-47 CHINOOK REPAIRER

The CH-47 Helicopter Repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of the CH-47 Chinook helicopters. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on these helicopters, CH-47 Helicopter Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

  • Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls

  • Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems

  • Inspect and repair aircraft wings, fuselages and tail assemblies

  • Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks

  • Assist in diagnosing/troubleshooting


TRAINING
Job training for a CH-47 Helicopter Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 17 weeks at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Engine disassembly and repair

  • Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings

  • Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems


HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics

  • Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics

  • Ability to use hand and power tools


REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104


15W- DRONE (RQ-7 UAS) OPERATOR

RQ-7 Operators are remote pilots of unmanned observation aircraft who gather intelligence used in operational tactics. As intelligence specialists, they are integral to providing Army National Guard personnel with information about enemy forces and battle areas.

JOB DUTIES

  • Conduct air reconnaissance, surveillance, targeting and acquisition missions

  • Plan and analyze flight missions

  • Perform preflight, in-flight and post-flight checks and procedures

  • Launch and recover airframe from runway

  • Perform maintenance on communications equipment, power sources, light- and heavy-wheeled vehicles, and crane operations

TRAINING
Job training for an RQ-7 Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 15 weeks and two days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Huachuca, AZ with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Performing intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance simulation missions

  • Preparing maps, charts and intelligence reports

  • Analyzing aerial photographs

  • Using computer systems 


HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Interest in remote/radio control vehicles

  • Ability to organize information and study its meaning

  • Ability to think and write clearly

  • Attention to detail


REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Surveillance & Communications (SC): 102