I served honorably for six years in the Air Force during the Cold War. My first ASVAB score was in the 70's. My first four years were spent as an Admin. I wanted to see the real Air Force so I re-tested and scored a 98 on the ASVAB. I went to CBPO and sat at a staff sergeant's desk who put four large books on his desk. Each was at least 3 inches thick, (This was long before the World Wide Web or today's technology ever exited). He told me "Well Sergeant Owens you scored a 98, you can have any job you want. What do you want to do?" I was in shock because no one had ever said that to me. The private sector will never say to you "you can have any job you want". I told him I wanted to see the real Air Force. He said "OK, do you want to work on stealth reconnaissance aircraft, if so you'll need a Top Secret clearance and most likely be stationed in California or do you want bombers, cargo or fighters? I told him "Fighters". He put away three of the books. Opened up the other one then asked, "OK, are you interested in the F-15, F-16, A-10?". I said the F-16. He told me that was a great choice as it was still very new in the inventory and the hottest plane. He then explained about Sheppard and that the washout rate is 60% and it is one of the hardest schools for enlisted. He said their are bases all around. It was a fun conversation and the only one of it's kind I would ever have. So for those out there who want to see the real Air Force and be a maintainer you need to score as high as possible. It gives you more choices. If you do go to Sheppard stay out of trouble always while serving. Keep your uniform clean and take pride in serving in the worlds greatest Air Force. Remember you are an Airman first before anything else. Those stripes are wings. Enlisted are expected to lead. First and foremost lead yourself, then others. Be the example that others follow. Take every training opportunity that comes your way. Get every ribbon and medal you can. Milk it for as long as you can. The smart ones retire with a pension the rest of their days. It may be the difference between having a roof over your head, and food to eat or being homeless. I was an Air Force BMTS Distinguished Honor Graduate. I was a Yellow Rope in tech school. I served in the 88th Security Forces Squadron at Wright Patterson. I graduated from Sheppard and served as an F-16 Crew Chief with the 72nd Tactical Fighter Squadron who received the Air Force Outstandind Unit Citation. Excellence is a standard, not an achievement. Push yourself to see how far you can go. Help others do the same. After the Air Force my wife was killed in a car crash at the age of 26 leaving me to raise two sons and a daughter all on my own. Which I did for almost 20 years. At one point I was homeless living in my car with my son. Things got better over time. I eventually achieved 2nd Degree Black Belt in martial arts and became a published nature photographer and wrote two books. One of them is called "INSIDE THE RED LINE". Always believe in yourself even if others don't. If other's try to burst your bubble use it to your advance to motivate you. Life will always kick you in the six. What matters is not, IF you get up, but what you do, WHEN you get up. It was honor to serve. Aim High Airman!
Absolutely amazing advice from a great man. I respect the story that you shared, a story that deserves to be better acknowledged. I plan on enlisting in the Air Force because I have no clue what I want to do when I leave high school so what better thing to do than to serve for the country that I love and find a potential career. I can relate to your son, I lost my mother at a young age. I am proud of you sir for keeping your head up and finding a better life for you and your children. Lord bless the United States of America and may the Lord bless you and your family.
@@wavydavy0389 Thanks you fir kind words young man. If you are interested in serving in the Air Force I would be happy to video chat with you online sometime. We veterans are they best source for reality. I am happy to share my story and provide advise. I'll tell you things recruiters won't tell you. I am a podcaster as well. My podcast is growing. I'm putting together a group veterans podcast soon. We will be talking about all things serving but also how to transition back to civilian life. Please contact me to setup a time for us to chat. Until then here is a link to one of the must viewed podcasts on my channel. It had ever two thousand views on LinkedIn alone. Link: ruclips.net/video/Fzink1vyZuA/видео.html
Currently a junior in highschool and joining the Airforce right after graduation…I can not explain the excitement I receive from watching these videos, especially since I’m planning on doing tactical aircraft maintenance.
The Air Force Ambassador Program allows traditional High School Juniors to reserve a job in selected careers. This program normally runs from 1 April through 30 Sep. of your junior year. You must be 17 or older. If 17 you must have parental consent. You will be entered into the Delay Enlisted Program; however, you will not attend Basic Military Training until you have received your High School Diploma. Applicants must meet the normal enlistment qualifications. Contact your local Recruiter for more details. Pam Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Retired as a 30yr CMSgt (E-9). Originally I worked as a crew chief on block 25, 30, 42, and 50 F-16's. I also did 4 years with the MQ-1 and MQ-9's. Though I was running the AMU I actually got my hands dirty. I can say there were days I hated my job because of the extra hours and days. I will also tell you I wouldn't have changed a thing!
@connorstafford4916 Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP). - Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum) - Teamwork is essential - Know your chain of command - Know the Airmen’s Creed - Know the Air Force Song - Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers) - Know Air Force Core values - Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman! Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
i relate to the guy at 1:15, I didn't know anything about cars much less planes before I joined at 18 yet I found being a crew chief on F-16 to be really easy. Glad i served.
God bless our military, God bless the Air Force and God bless the aircraft mechanics, they really are the true unsung heroes, everyone is, but...these guys here, man, I love them! Respect and high regards for them.
I just got my MOS which turned out to be this job, specifically with 5th Gen tactical aircraft and I’ll be shipping out October 18, I’d love to work on these planes soon ^^
It does. I'm currently serving my conscription as an fighter jet mechanic. You just have to apply to an entrance exam, as this is classified as a special forces unit in Finland. You will also have to complete NCO school or as we say in Finland, Aliupseerikurssi.
@@catbjorndestroyerofworlds8108 honestly pretty great, alot of ppl will say its one of the worst jobs in the airforce but im really enjoying it tho i do have really good leadership in my opinion
That was a Total Blast!!!! One of the highlights, got to work with the very First F-16 Thunderbird team!!!! in Tampa (before they got they're own jets)
I’ve been interested in working in the air force when I’m out of high school, and after college. What kind of schooling should I take to prepare myself for the Air Force? I plan on being a mechanical engineer with a minor in electrical, but I don’t know how much that would help me out with a job like that, but I’m sure there’s tons of different positions.
You don't really have to go to college to preprare yourself. Air Force will teach you everything you should know about mechanical/engineering if that's the line of job you want to do, they won't send you out there unprepared. Best thing to do is join Air Force, and once you're working with them, then you can go to college, they will help pay your studies. What you need to be prepared of is the ASVAB, if you want mechanical, then you should get a high score in that area of the test.
Michelle Faith Ashley that sounds good, but if I join the Air Force, would I be added to a draft or anything like that? I don’t know how it really works.. I want to help our military in the way I know best, but I don’t think I could be in battle, I know that’s probably a cowardly thing to say, but I do want to help the military.
@@dunkleberries4927 depending on what job you pick there is always a possibility that you can be deployed to another country. Also depending on your job, you may be stationed on a base in a country where there is battle but you will never see it, but you can hear it i guess you can say. If you want to know more go talk to a local recruiter, it took me not even a month and im signed up leaving after i graduate high school in June. The air force will give you your education and will teach you everything you need for the job you pick.
I think most of the mechanical jobs in air force are active duty so you will be deployed to other states or countries. But nik ivo is right, it's better to talk to a local recruiter. Ask if they have mechanical jobs for national guard so you won't be deployed to other places.
Just got me a new job at Bridge stone maintenance technician let me finish losing this weight I promise I'ma be tactical aircraft mechanic just wait💯💪🏿
I heard this job is high stress and physically demanding any input on this? I’m not mechanical savvy or have background experience or confidence in working with my hands but after taking my Asvab they’re saying I mostly qualify for this and other 2A jobs
My husband is now at tech school for tactical aircraft maintenance on F-16's and I was wondering about how long tech school is? Also, how does the shift work, work? Is it 12 hour shifts and how many days a week?
Barron, you will need to ask your husband how long his tech school is scheduled for and shifts. Normally tech school classes are Monday - Friday. Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
I'm 34 with a kid on the way and 2 step kids. Been wanting to serve my country for years, just couldn't decide where I want to be. Should I aim for aircraft maintenance? Would it be worth it at this point in life? The benefits and paid vacation would be nice. I'm honestly sick of the civilian work force.
The d6 of fate Crew Chiefs and a lot of flightline jobs require tons of your time. Crew chiefs can work 12-14 days. Try to get another job if you want more time with your kids. Maybe look into Admin jobs
If you have a family being a crew chief isn’t ideal, tons of time is spent at work rather than home. The stress adds up onto you and then to your family. As a current crew chief I would recommend something else
@@Redhawk0117 Well thank you. Now I understand. It's true. I never heard of from that perspective before and this is coming from a USAF Ret. aircraft mechanic's crew chie'fs daughter. God bless you! Love your family and do not be afraid to explain to them what is going on, so that they could better understand you a m d your ordeals. Open communication is the key as well as spending quality time with another.
Awesome!! Here are some things to help you before and during BMT. 1. Know your reporting statement 2. Teamwork is essential 3. Know your chain of command 4. Know the Airmen’s Creed 5. Know the Air Force Song 6. Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers) 7. Know Air Force Core values 8. Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT. airforce.com/education/military-training/bmt Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman! Pam Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Honestly, no because you would be considered over qualified for mostly anything and places are scared to hire you. Unless there is an opening for commercial planes, but still a different ballgame. If this is your passion, then join the Air Force and become an aircraft mechanic and make a career out of it. Stay in it for as long as you can.- From an Air Force Aircraft Mechanics daughter who lived it.
You can work for Lockheed Martin while also keeping your Secret security clearance. Good pay, and you definitely want to hold on to that Secret clearance as long as possible
Hello, I am l am leaving to basic on the 17th. I wanted to know about my chances of being a maintener on a U2 Spy Plane. It is listed on my job code shred outs list.
If you work as a Tactical Aircraft Maintainer would it help if your goal was to become a pilot for the aircraft you are working on? I have to finish with my getting my bachelors first. Just curious as that's my goal, I ship out July 11th.
That is a great way to go if you are working on getting your degree. Congratulations to you! We wish you the very best!! Pam Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Nicholas, you are welcome. While you are on active duty you can look into different Enlisted commissioning programs. Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP). - Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum) - Teamwork is essential - Know your chain of command - Know the Airmen’s Creed - Know the Air Force Song - Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers) - Know Air Force Core values - Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman! Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
major payne once you complete your asvab, (as long as you score high enough) you get to choose your top ten MOS’s (basically your job in the military), from there, the Air Force will put you wherever they need you most.
Yeah when you are most of the way through basic they’ll tell you your shred or something along those lines(it’s a letter at the end of your afsc) that will tell you which aircraft you will be working on.
@nxdigital2637 Based on Air Force requirements, the minimum Armed Forces Qualifications Test (AFQT) score required for entry on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is 31. However, due to the high number of individuals who are qualified and waiting to depart for Basic Military Training (over 90% of them possessing an ASVAB score over 50 percentile) your recruiter may not be able to process you and may ask you to return when they have space on their waiting list to add new applicants. If you haven't already done so, contact your Air Force Recruiter to discuss your scores and options. Applicants are considered on a best-to-least qualified basis. Your Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test scores, physical exam, citizenship and moral standards determine your job/career qualifications. Until you have taken BOTH your ASVAB test and completed your physical exam. The Air Force does not know what jobs/careers you would qualify for. For example: you could have a perfect Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score and find out during your physical exam at Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and you find out that you are red & green deficient during your eye exam or some other medical issue. So you do not qualify for any EOD, Special Warfare, flying careers, SERE, electrical or mechanical jobs, Security Forces, Fire Protection, etc. … OR … you could be in perfect physical shape & have no medical issues, but you have low ASVAB scores. So you do not qualify for certain jobs that require higher ASVAB scores. You may view our career fields the Air Force has to offer. Each page will provide a career description, if it is an Enlisted, Officer or Health Professions and career requirements: www.airforce.com/careers Suggest you speak with a recruiter to discuss qualifying and options. What is your citizenship status, highest level of education completed, and zip code? If you prefer, you may private message us on Facebook. Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
After MEPS and swearing in you get a list of all the jobs you qualify for and you put the top 10 jobs you want and the AF will go down the list to see what you get
Higher the job demand the more of a chance you got of getting it UNLESS you sign a special forces contract, in Spec Ops career fields you are guaranteed to TRY their selection course if you qualified but the washout rates are high of course
It really depends on the needs of the Air Force along with manning. If you manage to guarantee a job you want that is open during recruitment then you’ll get that job straight out of basic otherwise at week 6 of basic you choose a list of jobs you’re eligible for.
This is the cream of the crop. Creme de la crème. “Fix um or fly um” Are you type A? Are you the best at anything you do? Well this is where you are needed. Our freedom is a direct result of air superiority. Everything else is a waste of time and money. Listen, there is a line, any line, the first people in front are fighter pilots and there mechanics, then everybody else. If you land in the top crew, boy the perks from being the best. You could not imagine. Always remember fighter side, then everybody else.
Ryan, Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT). - Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum) - Teamwork is essential - Know your chain of command - Know the Airmen’s Creed - Know the Air Force Song - Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers) - Know Air Force Core values - Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman! Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Ur mom, Airmen may be stationed anywhere there are tactical aircraft. Deployment means you leave your base you are stationed at (where you work daily) for a short amount of time, but you will come back to your base that you are stationed at. Ray U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
We will be happy to answer your questions. What is your age, highest education level, and citizenship status? Don Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
FACT: The USA is the only country in the world which lets high-school grads become maintainers. Every other country requires their maintenance professionals to have a college degree before they touch these fine pieces of machinery.
Call Me J. R. You can cross train after a couple of years but in order to be considered for the pilot training, you must complete college with I think a bachelor's
It really depends actually on what airframe like heavies (big planes) they have flying crew chiefs but fighters don’t at most we sometimes get an incentive flight if they have a 2 seater model (f-15’s and f-16’s)
Or you could get certified and make 30+ an hour on average, schooling would also be paid for by the air force and you would have credit hours towards the certificates so it wouldn’t take nearly as long as someone just starting out. They also make decent money while in the Air Force
Uh--- I just get so tired of seeing these comments that bash college or the military making you feel like you'll be unsuccessful regardless of which route you choose--- its demotivating.
Not every airframe is the same , fighters you will work 10 hr days is normal, 12 -14 hour days are normal when your busy, you can always cross train if you do t like it
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I served honorably for six years in the Air Force during the Cold War. My first ASVAB score was in the 70's. My first four years were spent as an Admin. I wanted to see the real Air Force so I re-tested and scored a 98 on the ASVAB. I went to CBPO and sat at a staff sergeant's desk who put four large books on his desk. Each was at least 3 inches thick, (This was long before the World Wide Web or today's technology ever exited). He told me "Well Sergeant Owens you scored a 98, you can have any job you want. What do you want to do?" I was in shock because no one had ever said that to me. The private sector will never say to you "you can have any job you want". I told him I wanted to see the real Air Force. He said "OK, do you want to work on stealth reconnaissance aircraft, if so you'll need a Top Secret clearance and most likely be stationed in California or do you want bombers, cargo or fighters? I told him "Fighters". He put away three of the books. Opened up the other one then asked, "OK, are you interested in the F-15, F-16, A-10?". I said the F-16. He told me that was a great choice as it was still very new in the inventory and the hottest plane. He then explained about Sheppard and that the washout rate is 60% and it is one of the hardest schools for enlisted. He said their are bases all around. It was a fun conversation and the only one of it's kind I would ever have. So for those out there who want to see the real Air Force and be a maintainer you need to score as high as possible. It gives you more choices. If you do go to Sheppard stay out of trouble always while serving. Keep your uniform clean and take pride in serving in the worlds greatest Air Force. Remember you are an Airman first before anything else. Those stripes are wings. Enlisted are expected to lead. First and foremost lead yourself, then others. Be the example that others follow. Take every training opportunity that comes your way. Get every ribbon and medal you can. Milk it for as long as you can. The smart ones retire with a pension the rest of their days. It may be the difference between having a roof over your head, and food to eat or being homeless. I was an Air Force BMTS Distinguished Honor Graduate. I was a Yellow Rope in tech school. I served in the 88th Security Forces Squadron at Wright Patterson. I graduated from Sheppard and served as an F-16 Crew Chief with the 72nd Tactical Fighter Squadron who received the Air Force Outstandind Unit Citation. Excellence is a standard, not an achievement. Push yourself to see how far you can go. Help others do the same. After the Air Force my wife was killed in a car crash at the age of 26 leaving me to raise two sons and a daughter all on my own. Which I did for almost 20 years. At one point I was homeless living in my car with my son. Things got better over time. I eventually achieved 2nd Degree Black Belt in martial arts and became a published nature photographer and wrote two books. One of them is called "INSIDE THE RED LINE". Always believe in yourself even if others don't. If other's try to burst your bubble use it to your advance to motivate you. Life will always kick you in the six. What matters is not, IF you get up, but what you do, WHEN you get up. It was honor to serve. Aim High Airman!
Perhaps some of the best life advice.. make excellence a standard not an achievement .. lead yourself before you lead others
rest in peace to your wife
Absolutely amazing advice from a great man. I respect the story that you shared, a story that deserves to be better acknowledged. I plan on enlisting in the Air Force because I have no clue what I want to do when I leave high school so what better thing to do than to serve for the country that I love and find a potential career. I can relate to your son, I lost my mother at a young age. I am proud of you sir for keeping your head up and finding a better life for you and your children. Lord bless the United States of America and may the Lord bless you and your family.
@@wavydavy0389 Thanks you fir kind words young man. If you are interested in serving in the Air Force I would be happy to video chat with you online sometime. We veterans are they best source for reality. I am happy to share my story and provide advise. I'll tell you things recruiters won't tell you. I am a podcaster as well. My podcast is growing. I'm putting together a group veterans podcast soon. We will be talking about all things serving but also how to transition back to civilian life. Please contact me to setup a time for us to chat. Until then here is a link to one of the must viewed podcasts on my channel. It had ever two thousand views on LinkedIn alone. Link: ruclips.net/video/Fzink1vyZuA/видео.html
Thanks for sharing your story and experiences, Sir. This was very enlightening.
Currently a junior in highschool and joining the Airforce right after graduation…I can not explain the excitement I receive from watching these videos, especially since I’m planning on doing tactical aircraft maintenance.
The Air Force Ambassador Program allows traditional High School Juniors to reserve a job in selected careers. This program normally runs from 1 April through 30 Sep. of your junior year. You must be 17 or older. If 17 you must have parental consent. You will be entered into the Delay Enlisted Program; however, you will not attend Basic Military Training until you have received your High School Diploma. Applicants must meet the normal enlistment qualifications. Contact your local Recruiter for more details.
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
If I were you I'd apply to the Air Force academy or enlist in your states Air National Guard unit
Retired as a 30yr CMSgt (E-9). Originally I worked as a crew chief on block 25, 30, 42, and 50 F-16's. I also did 4 years with the MQ-1 and MQ-9's. Though I was running the AMU I actually got my hands dirty.
I can say there were days I hated my job because of the extra hours and days. I will also tell you I wouldn't have changed a thing!
Dude don’t do it you will regret it
@ I got sworn in like 4 days ago kinda late man
Scored 80 on my mechanical portion of the ASVAB, just signed for 2A3X3 , ship in march and I’m stoked already
@connorstafford4916 Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
yo bro i ship march 18th for 5th gen tac maintenance!
@@YktvNoahhh hell yeah man I go march 5th 🤙🏻 see you in tech school man
@@connorstafford4916 good luck man! I got F-35 did they tell you which aircraft you got?
i relate to the guy at 1:15, I didn't know anything about cars much less planes before I joined at 18 yet I found being a crew chief on F-16 to be really easy. Glad i served.
I’m a Gas turbine engine specialist in the navy. Can’t wait to do my job
@@matthewtenorioduenas202 sounds awesome
I'm an auto mechanic that wants to work on planes. Can I fly & do maintenance on these planes?
@joelmanzo2405 Uh I think you need to be an officer to get a chance to fly planes
I’m an Automotive Technician specializing in Hondas and Acura’s. It would be awesome to work on these Jets
It's not really like that man. Believe me, just got done working F-35s for 5 years.
@@JaymesHildegarddid u like it?
As a senior in high school about to enlist videos like this only make me that much more determined I can’t wait to join my family in service
God bless our military, God bless the Air Force and God bless the aircraft mechanics, they really are the true unsung heroes, everyone is, but...these guys here, man, I love them!
Respect and high regards for them.
I just got my MOS which turned out to be this job, specifically with 5th Gen tactical aircraft and I’ll be shipping out October 18, I’d love to work on these planes soon ^^
Congratulations, Welcome to the team and best wishes
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
What is the required asvab score for this job and where is the training ground?
was there a wait for the job and what was your job list?
@@selsahmwishen298147 in mechanical and tech school is at sheppard afb
AFSC! 😄
Love to all the fighter jet maintainers out there 🔥🔥
Man this would be my dream job, hope Finland has the same to offer!
It does. I'm currently serving my conscription as an fighter jet mechanic. You just have to apply to an entrance exam, as this is classified as a special forces unit in Finland. You will also have to complete NCO school or as we say in Finland, Aliupseerikurssi.
NATO strong 🫡
shipping out for this in a week and a half, the more i dig into my hopeful future job the more excited i become
See ya in tech school!
howd that end up?
@@catbjorndestroyerofworlds8108 honestly pretty great, alot of ppl will say its one of the worst jobs in the airforce but im really enjoying it tho i do have really good leadership in my opinion
@@アレックス-s7w ha sorry never saw this, you went to 362 as well im guessing if you were that job?
@@banana2515 crewdawggggg
That was a Total Blast!!!!
One of the highlights, got to work with the very First F-16 Thunderbird team!!!!
in Tampa (before they got they're own jets)
I’ve been interested in working in the air force when I’m out of high school, and after college. What kind of schooling should I take to prepare myself for the Air Force? I plan on being a mechanical engineer with a minor in electrical, but I don’t know how much that would help me out with a job like that, but I’m sure there’s tons of different positions.
You don't really have to go to college to preprare yourself. Air Force will teach you everything you should know about mechanical/engineering if that's the line of job you want to do, they won't send you out there unprepared. Best thing to do is join Air Force, and once you're working with them, then you can go to college, they will help pay your studies. What you need to be prepared of is the ASVAB, if you want mechanical, then you should get a high score in that area of the test.
Michelle Faith Ashley that sounds good, but if I join the Air Force, would I be added to a draft or anything like that? I don’t know how it really works.. I want to help our military in the way I know best, but I don’t think I could be in battle, I know that’s probably a cowardly thing to say, but I do want to help the military.
@@dunkleberries4927 depending on what job you pick there is always a possibility that you can be deployed to another country. Also depending on your job, you may be stationed on a base in a country where there is battle but you will never see it, but you can hear it i guess you can say. If you want to know more go talk to a local recruiter, it took me not even a month and im signed up leaving after i graduate high school in June. The air force will give you your education and will teach you everything you need for the job you pick.
I think most of the mechanical jobs in air force are active duty so you will be deployed to other states or countries. But nik ivo is right, it's better to talk to a local recruiter. Ask if they have mechanical jobs for national guard so you won't be deployed to other places.
The Air Force will Pay for your college while you’re in with Tuition Assistance
Just got me a new job at Bridge stone maintenance technician let me finish losing this weight I promise I'ma be tactical aircraft mechanic just wait💯💪🏿
I can't wait to work on these things.
I heard this job is high stress and physically demanding any input on this? I’m not mechanical savvy or have background experience or confidence in working with my hands but after taking my Asvab they’re saying I mostly qualify for this and other 2A jobs
I'm joining the national guard as and aircraft builder mechanic
My husband is now at tech school for tactical aircraft maintenance on F-16's and I was wondering about how long tech school is? Also, how does the shift work, work? Is it 12 hour shifts and how many days a week?
Barron, you will need to ask your husband how long his tech school is scheduled for and shifts. Normally tech school classes are Monday - Friday.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Hey how long was his school
I’m also wondering how long my husbands school is going to be for tech school he’s also doing this.
What score do I need to get on the Asvab for this job
Mechanical is auto and shop knowledge which honestly is probably the easiest section on the test.
I'm 34 with a kid on the way and 2 step kids. Been wanting to serve my country for years, just couldn't decide where I want to be. Should I aim for aircraft maintenance? Would it be worth it at this point in life? The benefits and paid vacation would be nice. I'm honestly sick of the civilian work force.
The d6 of fate Crew Chiefs and a lot of flightline jobs require tons of your time. Crew chiefs can work 12-14 days. Try to get another job if you want more time with your kids. Maybe look into Admin jobs
If you have a family being a crew chief isn’t ideal, tons of time is spent at work rather than home. The stress adds up onto you and then to your family. As a current crew chief I would recommend something else
@@Redhawk0117
Well thank you. Now I understand.
It's true.
I never heard of from that perspective before and this is coming from a USAF Ret. aircraft mechanic's crew chie'fs daughter.
God bless you!
Love your family and do not be afraid to explain to them what is going on, so that they could better understand you a m d your ordeals.
Open communication is the key as well as spending quality time with another.
@@Redhawk0117 hi, how you become a crew chief?
I’ll be going in September for Tactical Aircraft maintenance (5th Gen) and I’m excited
Awesome!! Here are some things to help you before and during BMT.
1. Know your reporting statement
2. Teamwork is essential
3. Know your chain of command
4. Know the Airmen’s Creed
5. Know the Air Force Song
6. Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
7. Know Air Force Core values
8. Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT.
airforce.com/education/military-training/bmt
Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting Thank you
@slumpy3748 You are welcome.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Is there's lots of growth in this field in the civilian world
Honestly, no because you would be considered over qualified for mostly anything and places are scared to hire you.
Unless there is an opening for commercial planes, but still a different ballgame.
If this is your passion, then join the Air Force and become an aircraft mechanic and make a career out of it. Stay in it for as long as you can.-
From an Air Force Aircraft Mechanics daughter who lived it.
You can work for Lockheed Martin while also keeping your Secret security clearance. Good pay, and you definitely want to hold on to that Secret clearance as long as possible
Lmao! You sound like a recruiter.
Yeah 5% for certified amt
@@ilovenoodles7483 how tf can you be “over qualified” for something?
What do you have to score on the ASVAB for aircraft maintenance?
Gian depends on your score in the mechanical part your AFQT/overall score doesn’t really matter much it’s all about what fields you excel in.
At least a 50 in mechanical (words from my recruiter)
Depends on what type of maintenance you want. But for Tactical aircraft maintenance, you need a 47 on Mechanical
Just got my job pulled leaving for this in a few months
Awesome. Congratulations to you!!
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
I want to join the Air Force when I’m older
Zombie Man 2 same
No you don’t. You’ll hate your life
@@Harbinger_of_nurgle You mistook the Marines for the Air Force.
can you make a 2A5X2 video?
Hello, I am l am leaving to basic on the 17th. I wanted to know about my chances of being a maintener on a U2 Spy Plane. It is listed on my job code shred outs list.
How’s it going
I was wondering.....what jobs could I get using this experience in civilian life
If a member has their A&P license they may be able to work in repairing aircraft. - Pam
U.S. Air Force Recruiting thank you
U.S. Air Force Recruiting A&P is Airframe and Power plant correct
Airframe and Powerplant license is correct. - Pam
You are very welcome. - Pam
Hi, I quick question when do you get to eat and are you provided food or do you need to buy/bring food to work?
You can eat at the dining facility on base and are given a lunch break
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
If you work as a Tactical Aircraft Maintainer would it help if your goal was to become a pilot for the aircraft you are working on? I have to finish with my getting my bachelors first. Just curious as that's my goal, I ship out July 11th.
That is a great way to go if you are working on getting your degree. Congratulations to you! We wish you the very best!!
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting I appreciate the response, I understand that getting accepted is pretty hard so I was hoping it would help.
Nicholas, you are welcome. While you are on active duty you can look into different Enlisted commissioning programs.
Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Do I get a choice of Aircraft or is it the needs of the Air Force?
major payne once you complete your asvab, (as long as you score high enough) you get to choose your top ten MOS’s (basically your job in the military), from there, the Air Force will put you wherever they need you most.
Yeah when you are most of the way through basic they’ll tell you your shred or something along those lines(it’s a letter at the end of your afsc) that will tell you which aircraft you will be working on.
Choices......hahahahaha. oh wait. you're serious? HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Sfplayerdude So what if I only have 1 MOS I’m wanting to do? Do I have to choose 10?
@@carterbusby239 no, but it's better to have more options than just one AFSC
AFSC= MOS
do commissioned officer can be part of the team?
Im 19 years old and planning on joining the Air force can someone tell me what score is optimal to join the Air Force and get a mos in this position.
@nxdigital2637 Based on Air Force requirements, the minimum Armed Forces Qualifications Test (AFQT) score required for entry on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is 31. However, due to the high number of individuals who are qualified and waiting to depart for Basic Military Training (over 90% of them possessing an ASVAB score over 50 percentile) your recruiter may not be able to process you and may ask you to return when they have space on their waiting list to add new applicants. If you haven't already done so, contact your Air Force Recruiter to discuss your scores and options. Applicants are considered on a best-to-least qualified basis.
Your Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test scores, physical exam, citizenship and moral standards determine your job/career qualifications. Until you have taken BOTH your ASVAB test and completed your physical exam. The Air Force does not know what jobs/careers you would qualify for.
For example: you could have a perfect Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score and find out during your physical exam at Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and you find out that you are red & green deficient during your eye exam or some other medical issue. So you do not qualify for any EOD, Special Warfare, flying careers, SERE, electrical or mechanical jobs, Security Forces, Fire Protection, etc. … OR … you could be in perfect physical shape & have no medical issues, but you have low ASVAB scores. So you do not qualify for certain jobs that require higher ASVAB scores.
You may view our career fields the Air Force has to offer. Each page will provide a career description, if it is an Enlisted, Officer or Health Professions and career requirements: www.airforce.com/careers
Suggest you speak with a recruiter to discuss qualifying and options. What is your citizenship status, highest level of education completed, and zip code? If you prefer, you may private message us on Facebook.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Is this a good job for when you get out?
Yes, Aviation Mechanics is a very high paying career field.
I want to do this, I just graduated with an engineering degree but I hear it’s harsh if you have a family.
Why on earth would you want to do this if your an engineer
Are you allowed to pick a job you want to do in the air force or do they pick it for you?
Summer Vernon the higher you score on your asvab the better your job choices will be.
Ok thank you
After MEPS and swearing in you get a list of all the jobs you qualify for and you put the top 10 jobs you want and the AF will go down the list to see what you get
Higher the job demand the more of a chance you got of getting it UNLESS you sign a special forces contract, in Spec Ops career fields you are guaranteed to TRY their selection course if you qualified but the washout rates are high of course
It really depends on the needs of the Air Force along with manning. If you manage to guarantee a job you want that is open during recruitment then you’ll get that job straight out of basic otherwise at week 6 of basic you choose a list of jobs you’re eligible for.
جميل.... Nice 🌷
Is it easy to get a job in the civilian life?
Basically you can apply for any airline or defense contractor
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
This is the cream of the crop. Creme de la crème. “Fix um or fly um” Are you type A? Are you the best at anything you do? Well this is where you are needed. Our freedom is a direct result of air superiority. Everything else is a waste of time and money. Listen, there is a line, any line, the first people in front are fighter pilots and there mechanics, then everybody else. If you land in the top crew, boy the perks from being the best. You could not imagine. Always remember fighter side, then everybody else.
I just got assigned this job I leave for basic in a month
Ryan, Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
What states can these airmen get deployed too ?
Ur mom, Airmen may be stationed anywhere there are tactical aircraft.
Deployment means you leave your base you are stationed at (where you work daily) for a short amount of time, but you will come back to your base that you are stationed at.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@USAirForceRecruiting are tactical aircraft mechanic needed at every single air force base or is it limited to certain bases?
Do mechanics ever get a chance to fly an air craft
to pilot one? no thats a different job entirely
Oh how I wished I could do this..
The sound of the videos is not good
I'm interested in this job
We will be happy to answer your questions. What is your age, highest education level, and citizenship status?
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting u.s citizen 19 6'1 half high school diploma
What is your zipcode?
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting im already in contact with a recruiter if that's where your going
Ok Great, best wishes!!
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
How long is tech school for this ??
Reyna, it varies from job to job and aircraft to aircraft.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@USAirForceRecruiting what if it’s a F-15?
F-15, Sheppard AFB, TX 68 Days then Seymour Johnson AFB, NC, 21 Days.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@USAirForceRecruiting do you by any chance know the shortest length for which aircraft?
U-2, Sheppard AFB, TX 23 Days then Beale, CA 45 Days = 68 total days.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Anyone else miss changing FOHE's on the f15e's?
Me neither. Lol
FACT: The USA is the only country in the world which lets high-school grads become maintainers. Every other country requires their maintenance professionals to have a college degree before they touch these fine pieces of machinery.
To the crew😈
Can I work on air crafts but can I fly too? This is something I most definitely interesting in.
Call Me J. R. No you only work on them
Call Me J. R. You can cross train after a couple of years but in order to be considered for the pilot training, you must complete college with I think a bachelor's
It really depends actually on what airframe like heavies (big planes) they have flying crew chiefs but fighters don’t at most we sometimes get an incentive flight if they have a 2 seater model (f-15’s and f-16’s)
You gotta meet physical and educational requirements to be a pilot
And after you leave the air force you can get a job as a cashier at Walmart.
or go back to school lmao
Or you could get certified and make 30+ an hour on average, schooling would also be paid for by the air force and you would have credit hours towards the certificates so it wouldn’t take nearly as long as someone just starting out. They also make decent money while in the Air Force
@@PS-rb5fw possibly.
@@devonmartinski6596 possibly?
Uh--- I just get so tired of seeing these comments that bash college or the military making you feel like you'll be unsuccessful regardless of which route you choose--- its demotivating.
This job seems really gay
It is
Campydtv you’ve done it?
Sergio Gomez yeah f15 crew chief personally not my thing but it had its fun times
Campydtv damn well its on my job list. Hopefully i get it. Is it long hours of work.? And is it difficult? Sorry for the questions my dude😂✈️
Not every airframe is the same , fighters you will work 10 hr days is normal, 12 -14 hour days are normal when your busy, you can always cross train if you do t like it