15L Armament/Electrical/Avionics Repair Supervisor

OVERVIEW
The Armament/Electrical/Avionics Repair Supervisor plans and supervises aircraft maintenance and avionics repair. They must be familiar with the maintenance and repair of aircraft armament, electrical and avionic 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 armament, aviation communications and other electronic/electrical systems

TRAINING
The path to becoming an Armament/Electrical/Avionics Repair Supervisor typically begins with enlistment as a 15F Aircraft Electrician, 15N Avionic Mechanic or 15Y AH-64 Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer. These MOSs require 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 17 to 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
• Problem-solving
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Experience working with electronics and electronic equipment

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
51A Aviation Maintenance Technician

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