Aerospace Ground Equipment

  • Ratings Average Rating:
  • Required Test Average Duration: 7.3
  • Desinnation Designation: 2A6X2
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 3,303
  • Category Category: Maintenance and Repair
  • Age Average Age: 28
When our planes aren’t in the air, they’re constantly receiving maintenance and being prepared for flight. Responsible for maintaining and repairing the equipment that supplies electricity, hydraulic pressure and air pressure to our planes, Aerospace Ground Equipment specialists play an essential role ensuring our planes are ready for flight. From inspecting and troubleshooting to making hands-on repairs and maintaining proper standards, these professionals make sure our planes are always ready for flight.
Category Requirements
Age17-42
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaStrongly preferred
GED AcceptedRare
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~36
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversRare
Tattoo PolicyStricter
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–80 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsStricter
Security Clearance JobsMany
Physical Fitness TestAF PT Test
Basic Training Length~7.5 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyMedium
Deployment FrequencyMedium
Combat Job AvailabilityLow
Technical JobsHigh
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessList preferences
Promotion SpeedMedium
Branch CultureTechnical/Quality of Life
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I would usually from 7 through 4, 5 days a week. I would take apart our equipment. Find the problem, fix it and put it back together. I would also expect all our units to make sure they are running well and everything is ok. While I would inspect these units; I would have to refill liquids, wash, replace, paint, stencil, and fix them. I learned how every piece of equipment worked and how to fix it. When I wasn’t working in the shop I would also drive a gov’t truck around to deliver the pieces of equipment I was working on to aircrafts and hangers.
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