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OH-58D Armament / Electrical / Avionics Systems Repairer - 15J


  • Active/Reserve:Active Duty
  • Officer/Enlisted:Enlisted
  • Restrictions:None

Overview

The aircraft armament/missile systems repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of electrical, mechanical and pneudraulics systems associated with aircraft armament and missile and fire control systems.

Job Duties

  • Maintain aircraft armament/missile systems and components
  • Perform operational checks, ammunition loading/unloading and weapon subsystems configuration changes for fire control systems
  • Test, troubleshoot and repair test sets and diagnostic equipment
  • Repair or replace instruments, such as tachometers, temperature gauges and altimeters

    • Requirements

  • Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

    • Training

    Job training for an aircraft armament/missile systems repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 26 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Electrical theory and system maintenance
  • Troubleshooting procedures
  • Soldiering skills

    • Helpful Skills

  • Preference in mathematics and shop mechanics
  • Problem solving
  • Ability to use hand and power tools
  • Working with electrics and electronic equipment

    • ASVAB

    The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is an examination that is administered by the United States Military Entrance Processing Command. It is used to determine qualification and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.

  • Mechanical Maintenance (MM) : 104, Electronics (EL) : 93

    • Compensation

  • Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

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