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United States Marine Corps

Helicopter Airframe Mechanic - CH-53

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Job Overview

6112 — Helicopter Airframe Mechanic - CH-53 is a U.S. Marine Corps rotary role in the aviation career field.

U.S. Marine Corps Helicopter Airframe Mechanic - CH-53 (6112) serve within the Rotary community, performing missions critical to USMC readiness. This role blends technical proficiency, teamwork, and disciplined execution across garrison, deployed, and expeditionary environments. Members receive formal schoolhouse training followed by hands-on qualification at operational units, progressing from apprentice through journeyman and master skill levels.

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Daily Responsibilities

  • Execute helicopter airframe mechanic - ch-53 duties in support of unit missions
  • Maintain proficiency through recurring training and qualifications
  • Inspect, operate, and maintain assigned equipment and systems
  • Coordinate with team leaders and adjacent specialties
  • Document operations, maintain records, and brief leadership

Training Pipeline

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ASVAB & Qualification Requirements

ASVAB line-score minimums
Officer / no line-score minimums listed
Security clearance
None listed
Physical requirements
Required skills
Attention to detailTeamworkTechnical aptitudeCommunicationAdaptability
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Career Progression

Advantages

  • Marketable career skills
  • Leadership development
  • Global assignments
  • Comprehensive benefits

Disadvantages

  • Demanding operational tempo
  • Frequent training
  • Possible deployments
  • Physical/mental demands
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