Enlisted
AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEMS
AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEMS
What you’ll do
- Inspect, repair and test aircraft hydraulic and in-flight refueling systems
- Advise on aircraft fuel systems maintenance procedures and policies
- Inspect fuel cells and tanks for foreign objects, corrosion, cell deterioration and fungus
- Maintain inspection and maintenance records
- Recommend ways to improve equipment, performance and maintenance procedures
- Dispose of hazardous materials according to safety and environmentally acceptable standards
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
36 Days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Sheppard AFB, TX
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aviation Maintenance Technology
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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.
Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.
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47 Mechanical (M)
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- Knowledge of internal hardware such as valves, lines, gauges and controls
- Completion of appropriate Aircraft Fuel Systems courses
- Normal color vision
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING.