What is a missile mechanic and how to become one

Key steps to become a missile mechanic

1. Explore missile mechanic education requirements

   Most common missile mechanic degrees

   Bachelor's

   45.5 %

   High School Diploma

   27.3 %

   Associate

   27.3 %

2. Start to develop specific missile mechanic skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Support Equipment	48.85%
   Security Clearance	31.81%
   Missile	19.33%

3. Complete relevant missile mechanic training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New missile mechanics learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a missile mechanic based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real missile mechanic resumes.

4. Research missile mechanic duties and responsibilities

   • Possess knowledge of hydraulics, missile propulsion, electronic, and mechanical principles.
   • Maintain missile electronic command and control systems
   • Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
   • Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.

5. Apply for missile mechanic jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a missile mechanic job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams