Aircraft Electrician: Earn While You Learn (Guard)

DC Army National Guard; Washington; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

Drill weekend pay

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks an Aircraft Electrician to inspect, service, and repair electrical systems on Army aircraft, from airplanes to helicopters, ensuring operational safety for missions.

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, with benefits such as paid training, tuition assistance, and health care. Enlistment is required with eligibility standards.

Qualifications

• Must enlist in the Army National Guard and meet eligibility criteria.
• High school diploma or GED required; minimum 17 years old and maximum 35.
• Must pass a physical exam and meet citizenship requirements.
• MOS training applies to Aircraft Electrician specialty.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and electronic components.
• Maintain electrical/electronic elements of assemblies including Nickel-Cadmium batteries.
• Use and maintain common/special tools to repair equipment.
• Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts.
• Ensure safety and preparedness of aircraft electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Electrical maintenance

Problem solving

Tools

Common tools

Special tools

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks an Aircraft Electrician to inspect, service, and repair electrical systems on Army aircraft, from airplanes to helicopters, ensuring operational safety for missions.

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, with benefits such as paid training, tuition assistance, and health care. Enlistment is required with eligibility standards.