Overview
The Air Traffic Control Equipment Repairer performs or supervises field- and sustainment-level maintenance and installation of air traffic control communications, navigation aids and landing systems.
Job duties
- Test instruments, navigational controls and simulators using electronic and electrical test equipment
- Replace equipment parts such as resistors, switches and circuit boards
- Perform quality control measures
- Install and adjust air traffic control communications and navigation aids systems
- Maintain air traffic control systems
Training
Job training for an Air Traffic Control Equipment Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 27 weeks and 1 day of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Gordon, GA with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Electronic principles and concepts Use of test equipment Equipment repair exercises
Required ASVAB score
Electronics (EL): 102 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Interest in mathematics, solving problems and electronic equipment
- High attention to detail
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn could help you pursue a career with manufacturing companies, medical research facilities, satellite communications firms or commercial airline companies.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2025-07-02