How is the 15Y MOS? Does anyone have any tips for it (and any other things I might need to know when I get in)?

I was in from JUL2007-2013 So I worked on AH-64D's we are now on E models. Being an Armament Dog we work hard and play hard...my biggest tip would be to learn as much as you can from others about how the Aircraft works but verify everything you learn with the tech. manuals. Second tip...the Army's promotion system doesn't care if you are the best at your MOS...it cares if you are the best at passing the board questions, looking sharp in your Dress Uniform or combat uniform if being promoted while deployed. So get get started on studyinv the promotion system by:

Buying a book on passing the soldiers/promotion board,

Keeping up on current events (find the facts not just what the media feeds you),

When you get to the first range day at your regular unit (if you only shoot while on duty and are struggling) take your time at the group and zero range by missing your groups...this will give you more trigger time. Before qualifications...before range day ask your shop who the best shooters are and get tips from them.

Max your PT score.

Take advantage of the programs out there for college...while on active duty most College is paid for by the Army...take advantage of this.
Make friends and work well with your Civilian reps...get business cards from them and ask the for letters of recommendation if they are impressed by you! Plan on being in for either: 6 years and becoming a civilian contractor asap or putting in your 20yrs and retiring. Either way start applying for contract/Rep jobs about 6 months to a year before your enlistment ends...this is when your good name with the rep's matters...het a LinkedIn account and start collecting contacts even your Drill Sgts and Company Comander, Instructors in AIT(after you get to your 1st Duty station will most likely add you if they have it. Your LinkedIn Acct will most likely never be a deciding factor for the hiring company but more so a great place to get job leads from your network!

Most of all, never be afraid, always put your back against a solid corner, fight back against your brothers in arms...but not too much...remember work hard play hard. A.R.T.S.! (Armament Runs This Shit!)

PVT (Join to see) Be in good physical shape. In Basic Taining, be observant and listen closely to everything that is said. Have a good attitude and stay squared away at all times. Help your fellow recruits when needed. Spend your money wisely and save via savings/retirement plans. Enjoy your challenges and adventures.

https://www.military.com/military-fitness/army-fitness-requirements/army-basic-training-pft

https://www.investor.gov/

Welp depending on where you go you'll almost never do pt because op tempo you'll work 12 hours a day and loose a lot of weekends and 4-days to gunnery and calfax.