Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics - Requirements and Benefits - U.S. Air Force

Air Force Maintainers are some of the brightest minds on the planet, and their mission is to keep the world’s most-advanced aircraft flying. Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics Maintainers in the Air Force are responsible for maintaining the F-22, F-35 and MQ-1/MQ-9/RQ-4. They do everything from troubleshooting and inspecting to repairing and modifying these aircraft to make sure they’re ready for whatever mission comes their way.

• Perform and supervise general aircraft servicing and handling procedures
• Interpret equipment-operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in systems
• Use technical data to trace wiring diagrams and signal dataflow
• Use integrated diagnostics, built-in test functions, electronic measuring equipment, aerospace ground equipment (AGE), support equipment (SE) and hand tools
• Perform and supervise alignment, calibration, modifications, and boresight of aircraft electrical and environmental (A&E) systems

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

7.5 weeks

Sheppard AFB, TX

You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.

You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score.

* High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.

Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.