15G Aircraft Structural Repairer

About the role

Aircraft Structural Repairers in the Army National Guard inspect, service, and repair structural components on aircraft to ensure readiness for various missions.

Responsibilities

• Repair/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/hazardous materials

Requirements

• 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)

Qualifications

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

Skills

Develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines, and government agencies.

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

10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, plus 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training