Aerospace Propulsion

About Us

The National Guard has been a part of U.S. history since the Revolutionary War. The Air National Guard is a reserve component of the United States Air Force. Air National Guard members take pride in being active role models for their communities. During times of celebration or disaster, the Air National Guard provides resources and support needed to get the job done. We share in the success of our nation, and we are ready, willing and able to guard America's freedom. We take great pride in being "Your Hometown Air Force"- the Air National Guard.

Responsibilities Aerospace Propulsion

Duties and Responsibilities

For the Aircraft Mechanics include but are not limited to

• Manages aerospace propulsion functions and activities
• Service and repair helicopter, jet, and propeller aircraft engines.
• Service and repair aircraft landing gear.
• Inspect and repair aircraft wings, fuselages (bodies), and tail assemblies.
• Repair or replace starters, lights, batteries, wiring, and other electrical parts

Requirements for Aerospace Propulsion

Please be aware this is a Part Time position and requires Military enlistment.

Special Requirements

• Enlistment in the Air National Guard
• Normal color vision

• US citizen / Naturalized

• 17-40 years old
• Minimum of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Good Physical Condition / Health
• Additionally, you can only have limited law violations and must pass a background check. All of this is performed as part of the screening process before you can actually join the Air Guard.

Training Provided

Job training consists of 3 to 17 weeks of classroom instruction, including inspection and repair of aircraft engines and equipment. Training length varies depending upon the specialty.

• Engine disassembly and repair
• Repair of hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems
• Repair of aluminum, steel, and fiberglass airframes and coverings

Helpful Attributes

• Helpful school subjects include mathematics and shop mechanics.
• Interest in work involving aircraft.
• Interest in engine mechanics.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Physical Demands

• Some specialties require moderate to heavy lifting.
• Normal color vision is required to work with color-coded wiring.

Benefits include

The Air National Guard offers many benefits to their unit members and their families such as

• Base Exchange
• Commissary
• Morale, Welfare and Recreation Facilities
• Up to $400,000 Life Insurance
• Retirement

Incentives may include

• Enlistment Bonus up to $20,000

• College Tuition in the form of the Montgomery GI Bill up to $24,000

• Student Loan Repayment up to $20,000

• Increased Rank for Non-Prior Service up to E-3