UH-60 Helicopter Repairer — Paid Training & Benefits

DC Army National Guard; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 9,100 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time duty

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard seeks a UH-60 Utility Helicopter Repairer to sustain the longevity and reliability of Black Hawk aircraft for tomorrow’s missions. You will supervise and perform maintenance on helicopters to ensure they remain safe and ready to fly, handling inspections, service, and subsystem upkeep.

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details).
• Requires military enlistment.

Responsibilities

• Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
• Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems.
• Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks.
• Assist in diagnosing/troubleshooting.

Skills

Math aptitude

Shop mechanics

Hand tools

Power tools

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Aircraft maintenance tools

Job description

The DC Army National Guard seeks a UH-60 Utility Helicopter Repairer to sustain the longevity and reliability of Black Hawk aircraft for tomorrow’s missions. You will supervise and perform maintenance on helicopters to ensure they remain safe and ready to fly, handling inspections, service, and subsystem upkeep.

Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.