Tactical Aircraft Maintenance

Company: United States Air Force
Location: Kent
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

SPECIALIZED AIRCRAFT IS OUR SPECIALTY
The Air Force employs hundreds of tactical aircraft to complete our missions, including fighters, strike-fighters and attack planes. It's the responsibility of Tactical Aircraft Maintenance specialists to ensure that every component of these high-performance aircraft is maintained to the most exacting standards. These experts ensure that the aircraft in their care are ready to fly at a moment's notice so that pilots can safely and effectively complete their mission.
REQUIREMENTS
You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum Education
You must be 17-42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score.
*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.


Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.

ASVAB Score Requirements
47 Mechanical (M)
Qualifications

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• Knowledge of principles applying to aircraft systems
  
• Normal color vision
  
• Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
  
• Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
  
• Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
  

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