MOBILITY AIR FORCES ELECTRONIC WARFARE SYSTEMS
THE TECH TO GUIDE OUR DEFENSES
All Air Force aircraft are outfitted with sophisticated aviation technology to help guide their every move. It’s the responsibility of Mobility Air Forces Electronic Warfare Systems specialists to maintain these systems to the highest standards. These experts go through extensive training to install and service radar, communications, weapons and other flight operations to ensure the safety of the aircraft and the crew and the successful completion of our missions.
- Operate and maintain electronic warfare systems on C-5, C-17, C-130 and C-12 aircraft
- Diagnose malfunctions utilizing schematics, wiring diagrams and other test equipment
- Prepare aircraft for low-altitude attack profiles and precision airdrops
- Analyze and isolate malfunctions in avionics systems
- Establish methods and performance standards
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
- Knowledge of interpreting and applying mechanical, wiring and electronic circuit diagrams
- 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 42
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
100 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
