Overview
The OH-58D helicopter repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of the OH-58D/ARH helicopters (also known as the Kiowa Warrior). With hundreds of Army missions depending on these helicopters, they must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.
Job duties
- 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
Training
Ten weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part in the field. Advanced Individual Training: 13 weeks, 1 day at Fort Eustis, VA Some of the skills you'll learn are: Engine disassembly and repair Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems
Required ASVAB score
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 99
Helpful skills
- Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
- Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics
- Ability to use hand and power tools
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an airframe or powerplant mechanic.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2019-04-29