MOS 91M - Bradley Fighting Vehicle System Maintainer

M2 Bradley Armored Vehicle
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The Bradley fighting vehicle system maintainer handles the maintenance and repair of the M2/M3, A2/A3 Bradley fighting vehicle, the M6 Bradley linebacker air defense vehicle and the M-7 Bradley fire support team vehicle. Duties performed by Soldiers in this MOS include:

  • Perform maintenance on gas particulate systems, vehicular mounted armament, and associated fire control systems
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions and perform maintenance and on-board direct support tasks on the Bradley fighting vehicle suspension and steering systems
  • Perform maintenance on fire extinguisher and suppression systems

Training Information

Job training for a Bradley fighting vehicle system maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 23 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field. Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Engine repair and tune-up
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems
  • Repair and replace body panels, fenders, power packs, weapons systems and radiators

ASVAB Score Required

99 in aptitude area MM OR 88 in aptitude area MM and 92 in aptitude area GT

Security Clearance

None

Strength Requirement

very heavy

Physical Profile Requirement

222222

Other Requirements

Similar Civilian Occupations

  • The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with auto and construction equipment dealers, farm equipment companies and state highway agencies. You'll be able to pursue a career as a garage mechanic, carburetor mechanic, transmission mechanic, radiator mechanic, construction equipment mechanic or endless track vehicle mechanic.