15G Aircraft Structural Repairer
About the Role
As an Aircraft Structural Repairer in the Army National Guard, you will inspect, service, and repair structural components on aircraft to ensure they are mission-ready for training, rescue, humanitarian, security, or combat operations.
Responsibilities
- Repair or replace aircraft structural components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures.
- Fabricate structural parts using metal-forming techniques and fiberglass materials.
- Make repairs to transparent plastic windows and enclosures.
- Balance fixed-wing aircraft controls and apply primers/paints on aircraft surfaces.
- Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials.
- Perform engine disassembly and repair.
- Repair aluminum, steel, and fiberglass airframes and coverings.
- Fix hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems.
Skills
Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics. Ability to use hand and power tools.
Training & Development
Through your training, you will develop skills and experience applicable to civilian careers with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines, and government agencies.
Job training consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, plus 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, where you will refine your aircraft repair abilities in both field and classroom settings.
Benefits
- Paid training
- 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
- VA home loans
- Bonuses, if applicable
Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.
Requirements
- Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
- 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)
Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.