Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics

  • Ratings Average Rating:
  • Required Test Average Duration: 7.1
  • Desinnation Designation: 2A3X4
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 2,111
  • Category Category: Aviation and Flight
  • Age Average Age: 28
A pilot’s ability to process information and make quick decisions is crucial to completing their mission. Their success hinges on highly sophisticated avionics systems. Responsible for maintaining and repairing these systems, Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics specialists ensure that pilots can receive the information they need to successfully operate their aircraft. Keeping a trained eye on everything from communications systems to flight controls, these experts are critical to the advancement and safety of our missions.
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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