15K Aircraft Components Repair Supervisor

OVERVIEW
The Aircraft Components Repair Supervisor plans and supervises aircraft maintenance and manages aircraft repair facilities. They must be familiar with the maintenance and repair of aircraft powerplant, powertrain, structural and pneudraulics systems.  

JOB DUTIES

• Manage aircraft repair personnel
• Determine labor hours
• Maintain parts supplies
• Prepare evaluations and reports
• Ensure aircraft repair facilities meet requirements
• Supervise maintenance, repair and inspections of aircraft components

TRAINING
The path to becoming an Aircraft Components Repair Supervisor typically begins with enlistment as a 15B Aircraft Powerplant Repairer, 15D Aircraft Powertrain Repairer, 15G Aircraft Structural Repairer or 15H Aircraft Pneudraulics Repairer. These MOSs require 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven to 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
• Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Experience keeping accurate records

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104

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WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
151A Aviation Maintenance Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in aerospace or electrical engineering, or as a supervisor in a mechanical maintenance facility.