GIVING RPAS A HUMAN TOUCH

It’s essential that all of our Aircraft be well maintained, especially when they function with no one on board. It’s the job of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance Specialists to ensure that each RPA works at its optimal performance. These experts utilize state-of-the-art equipment to ensure the aircraft are able to maneuver perfectly through combat environments to pinpoint the targets critical to our missions.

Maintain aircraft, support equipment, forms and records
Perform pre-, thru- and postflight inspections
Diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems
Remove and install aircraft engine components
Inspect and identify aircraft corrosion for prevention and repair
Supervise and assist in launching and recovering aircraft

CAREER TASKS

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

MINIMUM EDUCATION

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

Mechanical
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of principles applying to aircraft systems
- 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.