Aircraft Intermediate Level Hydraulic / Pneumatic Mechanic

  • Ratings Average Rating:
  • Required Test Average Duration: 5.3
  • Desinnation Designation: 6062
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 237
  • Category Category: Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic
  • Age Average Age: 26
Aircraft Intermediate Level Hydraulic/Pneumatic Mechanics inspect, maintain, and repair aircraft intermediate level hydraulic/pneumatic system components.
Category Requirements
Age17-28
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaPreferred
GED AcceptedYes (limited)
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~31
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversPossible
Tattoo PolicyStrict
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–78 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsModerate
Security Clearance JobsSome
Physical Fitness TestPFT/CFT
Basic Training Length~13 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyVery High
Deployment FrequencyHigh
Combat Job AvailabilityHigh
Technical JobsMedium
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessOften assigned
Promotion SpeedFast
Branch CultureWarrior Culture
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Great experience, plenty of skills and traits learned in the process. Unique skills and time spent in the service. Never get anything like that again.
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