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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