Air Force AFSC · Aviation
2A3X7 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance (5th Generation)
Overview
A 5th Generation Tactical Aircraft Maintenance specialist crews the F-22 and F-35. The specialist launches and recovers aircraft, performs inspections and servicing including hot pit refuels, troubleshoots structures, engines, and hydraulic systems, and supervises flightline maintenance functions.
Minimum clearance: Secret
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Skill levels: 2A317 helper · 2A337 apprentice · 2A357 journeyman · 2A377 craftsman
Core Skills
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- technical troubleshooting and fault isolation
- reading and interpreting technical data
- aircraft systems knowledge (avionics, hydraulics, engines)
- use of electronic test equipment
- maintenance documentation and digital records
- quality assurance and inspection
- safety and risk management
- team coordination on flightline
- logistics and parts management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Access Software AIRPAX
Civilian Career Paths
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Associate Electronics Technician (CETa)
- Aviation Structures
- CNC Lathe Operations
Career Growth
- CNC Lathe Programming Setup & Operations
- CNC Mill Operations
- CNC Mill Programming Setup & Operations
- Certified Aerospace Technician -Vehicle Processing
- Certified Aerospace Technician Core
What the Work Involves
- Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
- Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance.
- Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
- Conduct routine and special inspections as required by regulations.
Related Occupations
- Avionics Technicians
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Aircraft Service Attendants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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