Special Missions Aviator firing artillery from helicopter
ENLISTED

SPECIAL MISSIONS AVIATOR

ENSURING THE SAFETY OF AIRCRAFT AND AIRMEN

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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.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

  • MINIMUM EDUCATION

    High school diploma or GED with 15 college credits

  • ASVAB REQUIREMENTS

    Mechanical; Electronics

  • QUALIFICATIONS

    • Completion of the Aircrew Fundamentals Course
    • Normal depth perception
    • Must maintain physical qualification for aircrew duty
    • Must maintain eligibility to deploy and mobilize worldwide
    • Height must be no less than 64 inches or more than 77 inches
    • 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

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.

  • BASIC MILITARY TRAINING

    7.5 weeks

  • TECHNICAL TRAINING

    27 days

  • TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

    Lackland AFB TX

  • STATUS UPON COMPLETION

    Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aviation Operations

TAKE A BREAK

Flights and 30-days vacation with pay each year.

YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING.

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