Aircraft Electrician

Aircraft Electrician (15F) Job DescriptionIf you enjoy working with electrical and electronic equipment and problem-solving, join the Army National Guard as an Aircraft Electrician.

You will inspect, service, and repair electrical systems on Army aircraft, ranging from airplanes to helicopters to ensure that they remain operational and safe for any mission.Job Duties* Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and electronic components* Maintain electrical/electronic elements of assemblies 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 partsSome of the Skills You’ll Learn* Electrical theory and system maintenance* Troubleshooting proceduresHelpful Skills* Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics* Ability to use hand and power toolsThrough your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines, and government agencies.Earn While You LearnInstead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to learn.

In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.Job training for Soldiers in the Aircraft Electrician specialty consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, plus 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

During this time, you will learn essential Soldiering skills and refine your Aircraft Electrician abilities in the field and the classroom.