ENSURING AIRCRAFT INTEGRITY

When an aircraft suffers damage, it’s essential to fix it and get back in the air. Responsible for repairing physical damage, Aircraft Structural Maintenance specialists maintain the high quality structures of Air Force aircraft. Utilizing various methods, these professionals do everything from installing replacement parts to building a replacement from scratch in order to restore the structural integrity of the aircraft and ensure the safety of the Airmen who fly them.

Assess damage to aircraft and structural components and repair or replace necessary parts
Ensure all repairs are pressure-, fluid- and weather-tight
Operate and maintain powered and non-powered tools and equipment
Remove corrosion by using various chemical and mechanical methods
Form maintenance plans and policies to meet unit tasking
Inspect structures and components to determine operational status

CAREER TASKS

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

MINIMUM EDUCATION

High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED
ASVAB REQUIREMENTS

Mechanical
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of aircraft construction features
- Completion of 8.5 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.