15Y AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer

OVERVIEW
The AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionic Systems Repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of AH-64D helicopters, which are twin-engine attack aircraft. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on these helicopters, AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionic Systems Repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in AH-64D systems and components
• Maintain and authorize modifications to weapons components, fire control units, sighting elements, and electronic and mechanical devices
• Perform operational and preventive checks
• Maintain records on weapons and subsystems

TRAINING

Job training for an AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 23 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 23 weeks at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

• Electrical theory
• Troubleshooting procedures
• Soldering techniques
• Electrical system maintenance

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
• Interest in working with electricity
• Problem-solving
• Ability to use hand and power tools

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

• Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 102
• Electronics (EL): 98

Learn more about the ASVAB. 

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
151A Aviation Maintenance Technician (non-rated)

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with commercial airlines, aircraft maintenance firms, aircraft manufacturers and other organizations that have fleets of airplanes/helicopters.