15D Aircraft Powertrain Repairer

About the role

Join the Army National Guard as an Aircraft Powertrain Repairer. You will inspect, service, and repair powertrain systems on Army planes and helicopters to ensure they remain safe and ready for various missions.

Responsibilities

• Repair powertrain quills, transmission adapting parts, rotary wing hubs, and tanks
• Disassemble, repair, reassemble, adjust, balance, and align powertrain systems
• Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials
• Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

Requirements

• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
• Ability to use hand and power tools

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)

Skills

Helpful Skills: Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics; Ability to use hand and power tools

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable

Pay

Between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change

Schedule

Basic Combat Training: 10 weeks

Advanced Individual Training: 18 weeks