Overview
The AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionic Systems Repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of AH-64D helicopters, which are twin-engine attack aircraft. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on these helicopters, AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionic Systems Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.
Job duties
- Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in AH-64D systems and components
- Maintain and authorize modifications to weapons components, fire control units, sighting elements, and electronic and mechanical devices
- Perform operational and preventive checks
- Maintain records on weapons and subsystems
Training
Job training for an AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 23 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field. Advanced Individual Training: 23 weeks at Fort Eustis, VA Some of the skills you'll learn are: Electrical theory Troubleshooting procedures Soldering techniques Electrical system maintenance
Required ASVAB score
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 102 Electronics (EL): 98 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
- Interest in working with electricity
- Problem-solving
- Ability to use hand and power tools
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with commercial airlines, aircraft maintenance firms, aircraft manufacturers and other organizations that have fleets of airplanes/helicopters.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2022-06-24