ENLISTED

AIRCRAFT ARMAMENT SYSTEMS

ENSURING EXPLOSIVES CAN DROP

When a mission involves dropping explosive devices, everything needs to be in perfect working order. Responsible for maintaining launch and release devices on aircraft, Aircraft Armament Systems specialists ensure that explosive devices can be accurately delivered from our planes. From testing and evaluating new weapons systems to loading ordnance, these professionals make sure that when a pilot pulls the trigger, the devices successfully launch away from the aircraft toward the target.

Load, unload and position munitions on aircraft
Operationally check and electrically test aircraft weapons release and gun systems
Remove, disassemble and inspect parts that might be damaged
Perform armament systems maintenance functions
Participate in the test and evaluation of new and prototype weapons and weapons systems

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

60 Mechanical (M) or 45 Electronics (E)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience loading and unloading munitions
- No record of emotional instability
- Normal depth perception
- Normal color vision
- Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
- Complete 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment