Enlisted AIRCREW EGRESS SYSTEMS
What you’ll do
- Inspect, maintain, and install explosive-actuated ejection seats, canopy escape systems, and survival gear.
- Perform highly meticulous zero-fail test procedures on solid-propellant rockets and mechanical seat-sequencers.
- Apply absolute precision when handling, storing, and replacing live electro-explosive devices (EEDs).
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.
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BASIC MILITARY TRAINING
7.5 weeks
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
31 Days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Sheppard AFB, TX
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aviation Maintenance Technology
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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.
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56 Mechanical (M)
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- Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic and electrical principles
- Normal color vision
- Complete 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
