B Aircraft Powerplant Repairer

Job summary
Join the Army National Guard for a career in aircraft repair and maintenanceInspect, service, and repair turbine engines, parts, and electrical componentsEnsure Army aircraft remain safe and ready for missions
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Maintain engine assemblies and engine systems• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions• Perform limited maintenance operational checks• Use and maintain common/special tools• Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts
Requirements
• Basic and Advanced Individual Training in Aircraft Powerplant Repairer specialty• Ability to work with engine mechanics• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics• Ability to use hand and power tools• Experience in repairing hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems• Experience in engine disassembly, inspection, and repair• Experience in repairing aluminum, steel, and fiberglass airframes/coverings
Key Skills Needed
• Hydraulic, fuel, and electrical system repair• Engine disassembly, inspection, and repair• Aluminum, steel, and fiberglass airframe/covering repair• Mathematics• Shop mechanics• Ability to use hand and power tools
Benefits
• Paid job training• Qualification for tuition assistance• Possibility of civilian career with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines, and government agencies