Aircraft Electrician (Enlistment Required)

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 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 19 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.

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

EDUCATION BENEFITS:
In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS:
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with intelligence agencies, commercial airlines, and other organizations that have fleets of airplanes/helicopters.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PAYS) PROGRAM:
Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization.

AAR Aircraft Services, Inc.

LOCKHEED MARTIN.

Raytheon Company.

L-3 Communications Linguist Operations & Technical Support.

Job Requirements:
Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Must be between the ages of 17-34.

Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time.