RQ-7 Repairer

OVERVIEW
The RQ-7 unmanned aircraft systems repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance functions on unmanned aerial vehicles. They keep the aircraft ready to fly and ensure their ability to collect and transmit information.

JOB DUTIES

• Repair the aircraft's electrical, avionics, propulsion and fuel systems
• Maintenance of optical payloads, weapons systems, electrical systems, radio frequency systems and takeoff/landing systems

TRAINING

Job training for an RQ-7 repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks and 2 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Huachuca, AZ with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

• Electrical theory and system maintenance
• Troubleshooting procedures
• Soldering skills

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
• Interest in working with aircraft
• Ability to work as a member on a team
• Experience working with electronics and electronic equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

• Electronics (EL): 93
• Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
150U Tactical Unmanned Aerial System

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with intelligence agencies, commercial airlines and other organizations that have fleets of airplanes/helicopters.