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AIRLIFT/SPECIAL MISSION AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

ENSURING THAT OUR AIRCRAFT FLY

We do everything we can to keep our aircraft in peak condition at all times. Conducting pre- and postflight inspections, Airlift/Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance specialists ensure that all our aircraft are operational and ready to fly. Primarily responsible for general maintenance, these technicians also determine when repairs require the focus of an individual systems specialist so the aircraft are ready to go whenever they’re needed.

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What you’ll do

  • Maintain aircraft, support equipment, forms and records
  • Perform aircraft inspections and advises on problems, maintenance and servicing
  • Interpret and discuss inspection findings
  • Supervise and assist in launching and recovering aircraft

U.S. Air Force Maintainers: How We are Wired

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TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

  • BASIC MILITARY TRAINING

    7.5 weeks

  • TECHNICAL TRAINING

    Length varies with aircraft

  • TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

    Sheppard AFB, TX

  • STATUS UPON COMPLETION

    Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aviation Maintenance Technology

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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.

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