Aircraft Armament Systems

Enlisted Aircraft Armament Systems

Making sure explosives drop when ready, Aircraft Armament Systems specialists ensure that explosive devices can be accurately delivered from our planes. From testing and evaluating new weapons systems to loading ordnance, these professionals make sure that when a pilot pulls the trigger, the devices successfully launch away from the aircraft toward the target.

• Load, unload and position munitions on aircraft
• Operationally check and electrically test aircraft weapons release and gun systems
• Remove, disassemble and inspect parts that might be damaged
• Perform armament systems maintenance functions
• Participate in the test and evaluation of new and prototype weapons and weapons 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.

• Basic Military Training

  7.5 weeks

• Technical Training

  45-86 days

• Tech School Location

  Sheppard AFB, TX

• Status Upon Completion

  Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Aircraft Armament Systems Technology

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.

• 60 Mechanical (M) or 45 Electronics (E)
• • Experience loading and unloading munitions
  • No record of emotional instability
  • Normal depth perception
  • Normal color vision
  • Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
  • Complete 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
  • Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment