2A5X4 - REFUEL/BOMBER AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AFSC Enlisted

Summary

Keeping our fleet refueled and our bombers ready to fly are monumental tasks. It’s the job of the Refuel/Bomber Aircraft Maintenance specialists to inspect, troubleshoot and repair aircraft structures, engines and hydraulic systems. These professionals do everything from removing and installing engine components to identifying corrosion for prevention and repair to ensure that every time aircraft are in use they are safe and operating at full capacity.

What You’ll Do

• Utilize technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft.
• Adjust, align and rig aircraft systems.
• Inspect and check components for clearances, tolerances, proper installation and operation.
• Inventory and maintain aircraft equipment.
• Supervise the launching and recovery of aircraft.

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 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 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: Length varies with aircraft.
• TECH SCHOOL LOCATION: Sheppard AFB, TX
• STATUS UPON COMPLETION: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aviation Maintenance 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 Force Reserve
• Air National Guard