SPECIAL MISSIONS AVIATOR
ENSURING THE SAFETY OF AIRCRAFT AND AIRMEN
Many of our aircraft require more than a pilot in order to safely complete each mission. It’s the responsibility of Special Missions Aviators to cover everything from pre-flight inspection of aircraft systems to the placement and delivery of all cargo on board. These highly trained specialists have multiple integral roles and monitor all functions for the aircraft, even providing weapon defense when necessary, in order for the team to successfully complete its missions.
- Complete pre-flight inspection of the aircraft and related aircraft equipment
- Assist and coordinate with other positions to ensure sage employment of weapons and defensive systems
- Perform in-flight maintenance of airborne weapon systems and associated equipment
- Determine passenger, cargo, fuel and emergency and special equipment distribution and weight
- Operate and monitor engine and aircraft system controls and indicators
- Plan, organize and direct Special Missions Aviation activities
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.
Classes in mechanics, mathematics, physics, computer principles, speech, and English is desired.
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ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS
60 General (G) and 60 Mechanical (M)
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Normal depth perception
- Must maintain physical qualification for aircrew duty
- Height must be no less than 57.5 inches or more than 80 inches
- Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Completion of the Aircrew Fundamentals Course
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
- Normal depth perception
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
27 days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Lackland AFB TX
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aviation Operations
