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Military Weapons Maintenance Technicians
Median Salary
65,561
Workforce Count
82,551
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Weapons maintenance technicians are responsible for servicing and maintaining the Military’s weapons and ordnance support equipment. They ensure these assets are fully operational at all times. These experts plan, organize, and perform every service necessary to keep these systems in pristine working condition so they are ready when needed.
What is the work environment like?
Weapons maintenance technicians work in workshops when testing and repairing electronic components. They may work outdoors while inspecting and repairing combat vehicles, ships, artillery, aircraft, and missile silos.
How many people have this role in the Military?
82,551
Compensation
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Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$94,254
2 Years
$70,003
6 Years
$94,254
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
What Service Branches offer this role?
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Weapons maintenance technicians in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training may include:
- Electronic and mechanical principles and concepts
- Use and understanding of schematics, drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
- Operation, testing, and maintenance of weapons systems and fire control systems
- Operation, use, and maintenance of electronic, electrical, and mechanical test equipment
- Principles and concepts of electronics and mechanics
- Equipment repair
Education
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What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
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