JOB DUTIES

• Perform electronic maintenance, adjustments and tests


• Operate and perform preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles and power generators


• Install supported weapon system test program sets


• Replace defective components and perform base shop test facility alignments


• Read technical diagrams and manuals in order to locate, isolate and repair instrument parts

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Job training for an Automatic Test Systems Operator and Maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 34 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field with on-the-job instructions.



Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Principles of electronics


• Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment


• Equipment repair exercises