2A7X3 - AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE AFSC Enlisted

Summary

When an aircraft suffers damage, it’s essential to fix it and get back in the air. Responsible for repairing physical damage, Aircraft Structural Maintenance specialists maintain the high quality structures of Air Force aircraft. Utilizing various methods, these professionals do everything from installing replacement parts to building a replacement from scratch in order to restore the structural integrity of the aircraft and ensure the safety of the Airmen who fly them.

What You’ll Do

• Assess damage to aircraft and structural components and repair or replace necessary parts.
• Ensure all repairs are pressure-, fluid- and weather-tight.
• Operate and maintain powered and non-powered tools and equipment.
• Remove corrosion by using various chemical and mechanical methods.
• Form maintenance plans and policies to meet unit tasking.
• Inspect structures and components to determine operational status.

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 aircraft construction features
• 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: 76 Days
• TECH SCHOOL LOCATION: Pensacola NAS, FL
• STATUS UPON COMPLETION: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aircraft Structural 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