Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians (94R)

Role Overview

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army as an Avionic and Survivability Equipment Repairer. You’ll be an essential member of the Army communications maintenance team, performing field and sustainment level maintenance on avionic navigation flight control systems, stabilization systems, and equipment. This is not a civilian contractor position. No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

Requirements

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
• Age 17 to 34 years
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

Testing & Certifications

• 52 nationally recognized certifications available
• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
• ASVAB score: 98 in Electronics (EL)

Skills You’ll Learn

• Mechanical Maintenance
• Aircraft Procedures
• Electronic & Mechanical systems

Benefits

• Financial Benefits
  • Competitive base pay with potential enlistment and re‑enlistment bonuses
  • Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and pension after 20 years of service
  • Special pays for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment
• Healthcare
  • Comprehensive medical coverage for soldiers and families through TRICARE
  • Dental and vision care services
• Education
  • Tuition Assistance for college courses while on active duty
  • GI Bill benefits, including the Post‑9/11 GI Bill
  • Student loan repayment assistance
• Housing and Living
  • Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and on‑base housing options
  • Discounts at commissaries and exchanges
• Career and Training
  • Professional development and leadership training
  • Technical and tactical skill training
• Family Support
  • Family programs, counseling, and childcare services
  • Relocation assistance
• Retirement and Veterans Benefits
  • Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service
  • VA benefits including healthcare and home loans
• Recreation and Leisure
  • Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities