AVIONICS TEST STATION AND COMPONENTS
FINETUNING FLIGHT EQUIPMENT
Air Force aircraft are equipped with some of the world’s most sophisticated electronic systems. Avionics Test Station and Components specialists are responsible for ensuring that these systems remain perfectly calibrated. These professionals inspect and maintain everything from aircraft radar and weapons control to the testing equipment essential to the maintenance process. So when our aircraft are deployed, every system is in perfect working order.
- Maintain aircraft electronic equipment such as radar and navigation systems
- Perform operational tests on test equipment, support equipment and aircraft components
- Repair both the aircraft equipment and the associated test equipment
- Organize the facilities to ensure parts are stocked and available
CAREER TASKS
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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MINIMUM EDUCATION
High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED
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ASVAB REQUIREMENTS
Electronics
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of electrical theory and electronic fundamentals
- Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
- Normal color vision
- 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.
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BASIC MILITARY TRAINING
7.5 weeks
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
73 - 90 days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Sheppard AFB TX
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Avionics Systems Technology
- INTERESTS & SKILLS
- Science & Technology
TAKE A BREAK
Flights and 30-days vacation with pay each year.
