2A7X3 - Aircraft Structural Maintenance (Sheet Metal)
2A7X3 - Aircraft Structural Maintenance (Sheet Metal)
Aircraft Structural Maintenance (Sheet Metal) Information
ASVAB REQUIREMENT:
Mechanical 47
STRENGTH REQUIREMENT:
60 lbs
AVERAGE INDOOR/OUTDOOR WORK CONDITIONS:
50% Indoor / 50% Outdoor
AVERAGE HOURS WORKED:
50-60
POSSIBILITY OF WORKING WEEKENDS:
Yes
DEPLOYMENT TEMPO/RATE (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
Medium
TECHNICAL TRAINING LENGTH:
76 Classroom Days
TECHNICAL SCHOOL LOCATION:
NAS Pensacola, FL
KNOWN DUTY STATIONS AVAILABLE TO NEW AIRMEN:
(we’re working on getting this information)
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE DEGREE:
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Technology
Airmen describing Aircraft Structural Maintenance (Sheet Metal)
Aircraft Structural Maintenance (AMXS) in the Air Force is a career field that is responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of aircraft. This includes inspecting, repairing, and replacing aircraft structures, such as the fuselage, wings, and tail. AMXS specialists also maintain aircraft systems, such as landing gear, flight control surfaces, and fuel systems.
A typical day for an AMXS member may involve:
Inspecting aircraft structures and systems for damage or wear
Performing repairs and replacements on aircraft structures and systems
Using specialized tools and equipment to repair and maintain aircraft
Collaborating with other maintenance personnel to ensure that aircraft are ready for flight operations
Participating in training, drills, and exercises to maintain and improve skills in aircraft maintenance
Providing guidance and training to other Air Force personnel on AMXS best practices and procedures
Participating in classified and unclassified meetings with other AMXS team members and other agencies
Participating in military operations, including aircraft maintenance
It's important to note that depending on the specific role, a typical day may also include different responsibilities. AMXS specialists are responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of aircrafts, ensuring that the aircrafts are safe to fly and in optimal condition. They use specialized tools and equipment to repair and maintain aircraft, and work closely with other maintenance personnel to ensure that aircraft are ready for flight operations.
Aircraft Structural Maintainers assemble structural parts and components to meet requirements for preserving structural integrity and low observable qualities. They assess damage to aircraft structural components, low observable coatings , advises on structural and low observable repair, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural and low observable integrity. They ensure aircraft component balance is maintained and assembles repairs using special fasteners and adhesives as well as check repairs for serviceability according to specifications and technical publications. Manufactures jigs, fixtures, forms, and molds. Aircraft Structural Maintenance airmen paint aircrafts, missiles, support equipment, identifies, removes and treats corrosion using mechanical and chemical procedures. They also use metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and components. Aircraft Structural Maintainers maintain and inspects tools and equipment. Performs operator maintenance and service inspections on shop equipment and tools and inspect structures and components and determines operational status.