15F Aircraft Electrician

National Guard; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Army National Guard seeks an Aircraft Electrician to inspect, service, and repair electrical systems on Army aircraft, from airplanes to helicopters, ensuring they stay mission-ready.

You will acquire electrical theory, troubleshooting skills, and hands-on maintenance training during the program, with Basic Combat Training followed by Advanced Individual Training. This path supports civilian careers with aircraft manufacturers and government agencies, while earning a regular paycheck.

Qualifications

• Electrical theory and system maintenance knowledge.
• Troubleshooting procedures for electrical/electronic components.
• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and electronic components.
• Maintain electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and batteries.
• Use and maintain common/special tools.
• Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials.
• Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

If you enjoy working with electrical and electronic equipment and problem-solving, join the Army National Guard as an Aircraft Electrician. You will inspect, service, and repair electrical systems on Army aircraft, ranging from airplanes to helicopters to ensure that they remain operational and safe for any mission.

Job Duties

• Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and electronic components
• Maintain electrical/electronic elements of assemblies nickel-cadmium batteries
• Use and maintain common/special tools
• Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials
• Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

Some of the Skills You’ll Learn

• Electrical theory and system maintenance
• Troubleshooting procedures

Helpful Skills

• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
• Ability to use hand and power tools

Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines, and government agencies.

Earn While You Learn

Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to learn. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training for Soldiers in the Aircraft Electrician specialty consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, plus 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. During this time, you will learn essential Soldiering skills and refine your Aircraft Electrician abilities in the field and the classroom.