Army National Guard: Ah-64d Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer

The AH-64 Apache helicopter is the most advanced multi-role combat helicopter in the Army National Guard, and it’s up to you to keep the fleet mission-ready.

As an AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer, your primary responsibility will be to maintain the electrical systems, and perform maintenance on the chopper’s weaponry, including the advanced targeting system, 70mm rockets, and laser-guided Hellfire missiles.Through training and practice, you will learn how to repair and maintain the armament, electrical, and avionics systems and components of the Apache helicopter.

Specific duties may include: diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing armament, electrical and avionics systems and components; performing maintenance,modifications, and alignment on weapons components, fire control units, and sighting elements; performing operational and preventive checks on aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, avionics, and controlled cryptographic equipment; troubleshooting equipment wiring harnesses; testing, troubleshooting, and repairing diagnostic equipment; and maintaining documentation and maintenance records.Job Duties* Maintain records on weapons and subsystemsSome of the Skills You’ll Learn* Electrical theory* Troubleshooting procedures* Soldering techniques* Electrical system maintenanceHelpful Skills* Preference in mathematics and shop mechanics* Interest in working with electricity* Problem solving* 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 train.

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 an AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you’ll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in repairing electrical systems.

Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.