ENLISTED

SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES / PERSONNEL RECOVERY Instrument and Flight Control Systems

GIVING PILOTS THE CONTROLS THEY NEED

When it comes to our advanced aircraft, there is no margin for system errors. It is the job of Special Operations Forces/Personnel Recovery Integrated Instrument and Flight Control Systems specialists to ensure that special operations planes are well maintained and remain in perfect working condition. Utilizing a variety of tools and methods, these experts test systems to locate malfunctions and repair them so that the aircraft are able to complete each mission with no concerns.

Operate and maintain instrument and flight control systems
Remove, install, check and repair avionics systems in line replaceable units
Diagnose malfunctions using test systems and equipment
Prepare aircraft for covert operations and reconnaissance
Review maintenance data to determine possible trends

CAREER TASKS

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

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.
ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS

70 Electronics (E)
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 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.