2A3X2 - Aerospace Ground Equipment AFSC Enlisted

Summary

When our planes aren’t in the air, they’re constantly receiving maintenance and being prepared for flight. Responsible for maintaining and repairing the equipment that supplies electricity, hydraulic pressure and air pressure to our planes, Aerospace Ground Equipment specialists play an essential role ensuring our planes are ready for flight. From inspecting and troubleshooting to making hands-on repairs and maintaining proper standards, these professionals make sure our planes are always ready for flight.

What You’ll Do

• Perform necessary maintenance on aerospace ground equipment.
• Inspect and approve proper maintenance actions.
• Establish production controls and standards.
• Determine equipment serviceability criteria when it doesn’t exist.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general mechanics, electronics and basic wiring diagrams and schematics
• Experience operating or supervising aerospace ground equipment
• 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

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.

Training Stages

• BASIC MILITARY TRAINING: 7.5 weeks
• TECHNICAL TRAINING: 95 days
• TECH SCHOOL LOCATION: Sheppard AFB, TX
• STATUS UPON COMPLETION: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology

Minimum Education

You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *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

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air National Guard
• Air Force Reserve