
FIGHTER AIRCRAFT INTEGRATED AVIONICS
BOLSTERING AIRCRAFT TECH
A pilot’s ability to process information and make quick decisions is crucial to completing their mission. Their success hinges on highly sophisticated avionics systems. Responsible for maintaining and repairing these systems, Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics specialists ensure that pilots can receive the information they need to successfully operate their aircraft. Keeping a trained eye on everything from communications systems to flight controls, these experts are critical to the advancement and safety of our missions.
- Remove, install and check integrated avionics systems
- Trace data flow and wiring diagrams
- Inspect, troubleshoot and maintain aircraft wiring system
- Check externally mounted avionics systems
- Recommend methods to improve equipment performance
CAREER TASKS
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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MINIMUM EDUCATION
A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High school diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours
*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
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ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS
70 Electronics (E)
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of Advanced Aircraft Wiring Maintenance course
- 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 between the ages of 17 and 39

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
109 - 126 days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Sheppard AFB TX
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Avionics Systems Technology
- INTERESTS & SKILLS
- Science & Technology

TAKE A BREAK
Flights and 30-days vacation with pay each year.