Air Force Enlisted Jobs
Explore comprehensive information about Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs), including job descriptions, ASVAB requirements, tech school duration, security clearance levels, and typical base assignments.
1A0X1
In-Flight Refueling
Operates aerial refueling systems and equipment during flight operations.
ASVAB:G-57
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Altus AFBMcConnell AFBTravis AFB+2 more
1A1X1
Flight Engineer
Monitors aircraft systems and assists pilots during flight operations.
ASVAB:G-57 & M-60
Tech School:6-12 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Little Rock AFBYokota ABRamstein AB+1 more
1A1X2
Mobility Force Aviator (Loadmaster)
Manages cargo and passenger loading, weight distribution, and in-flight operations.
ASVAB:G-57
Tech School:4-6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Little Rock AFBCharleston AFBTravis AFB+2 more
1A3X1
Airborne Mission System
Operates specialized electronic systems aboard aircraft for various missions.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6-18 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Offutt AFBTinker AFBDavis-Monthan AFB+1 more
1A6X1
Flight Attendant
Provides passenger service and safety aboard military aircraft.
ASVAB:G-36
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Andrews AFBScott AFBHickam AFB+1 more
1A8X1
Airborne Cryptologic Language Analyst
Performs airborne signals intelligence and language analysis missions.
ASVAB:G-72 & DLAB 100+
Tech School:12-18 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Offutt AFBKadena ABRAF Mildenhall+1 more
1A8X2
Airborne ISR Operator
Operates intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance systems from aircraft.
ASVAB:G-72 & E-70
Tech School:6-12 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Beale AFBOffutt AFBKadena AB+1 more
1A9X1
Special Missions Aviator
Performs specialized aircrew duties on various special operations aircraft.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:6-12 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Hurlburt FieldCannon AFBKadena AB+1 more
1B4X1
Cyber Warfare Operations
Conducts offensive and defensive cyber operations to protect Air Force networks.
ASVAB:G-64 & E-60
Tech School:6-12 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBKeesler AFBGordon AFB+1 more
1C0X2
Aviation Resource Management
Manages aircrew training, scheduling, and aviation resource allocation.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Randolph AFBMaxwell AFBMost flying bases
1C1X1
Air Traffic Control
Controls aircraft movements in airport traffic patterns and flight routes.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases with airfields
1C3X1
Command & Control Operations
Operates command and control systems for air operations centers.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Tyndall AFBLangley AFBElmendorf AFB+1 more
1C5X1
Command & Control Battle Management Ops
Operates airborne warning and control systems (AWACS).
ASVAB:G-55 & E-55
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Tinker AFBElmendorf AFBKadena AB+1 more
1C6X1
Space Systems Operations
Operates and maintains satellite and space-based systems.
ASVAB:G-64 & E-60
Tech School:6-12 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Vandenberg SFBPeterson SFBSchriever SFB+1 more
1C7X1
Airfield Management Specialist
Manages airfield operations, flight planning, and base operations centers.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Most bases with airfields
1C8X3
Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems
Maintains and operates radar and weather detection systems.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases with radar systems
1D7X1
Cyber Defense Operations
Monitors and defends Air Force computer networks and systems.
ASVAB:G-64 & E-60
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBGordon AFBLackland AFB+1 more
1D7X3
Cable & Antenna Systems
Installs and maintains communication cables and antenna systems.
ASVAB:E-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases worldwide
1N0X1
Operations Intelligence
Analyzes intelligence data to support military operations and planning.
ASVAB:G-57
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBLangley AFBOffutt AFB+1 more
1N1X1
Geospatial Intelligence
Analyzes geographic and imagery intelligence for military operations.
ASVAB:G-57
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBBeale AFBLangley AFB+1 more
1N2X1
Signals Intelligence Analyst
Collects and analyzes foreign communications and electronic signals.
ASVAB:G-72 & E-72
Tech School:6-12 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBGordon AFBMeade AFB+1 more
1N3X1
Cryptologic Language Analyst
Translates and analyzes foreign language communications.
ASVAB:G-72 & DLAB 100+
Tech School:12-18 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBGordon AFBMeade AFB+1 more
1N4X1
Cyber Intelligence Analyst
Analyzes cyber threats and vulnerabilities to protect Air Force networks.
ASVAB:G-72 & E-72
Tech School:8 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBGordon AFBLackland AFB+1 more
1P0X1
Aircrew Flight Equipment
Maintains and inspects aircrew survival and flight equipment.
ASVAB:M-56 & E-60
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost flying bases
1S0X1
Safety
Manages safety programs and investigates accidents and incidents.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Kirtland AFBMost major bases
1T0X1
SERE Specialist
Teaches survival, evasion, resistance, and escape techniques.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Fairchild AFBLackland AFBVarious training locations
1U0X1
RPA Sensor Operator
Operates sensors and weapons systems on remotely piloted aircraft.
ASVAB:G-64 & E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Holloman AFBCreech AFBCannon AFB+1 more
1W0X1
Weather
Observes, analyzes, and forecasts weather conditions for military operations.
ASVAB:G-66
Tech School:8 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases worldwide
1Z1X1
Pararescue
Performs personnel recovery and emergency medical treatment in combat zones.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:18-24 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBKirtland AFBMoody AFB+1 more
1Z2X1
Combat Control
Establishes assault zones and provides air traffic control in combat areas.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:12-18 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBHurlburt FieldPope AFB+1 more
1Z3X1
Tactical Air Control Party (TACP)
Coordinates close air support for ground forces in combat operations.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBHurlburt FieldVarious Army bases
1Z4X1
Special Reconnaissance
Conducts special reconnaissance and direct action missions.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:12-18 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBHurlburt FieldCannon AFB
2A0X1
Avionics Test Station & Components
Tests and repairs electronic components and avionics systems.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A2X1
Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory
Calibrates and maintains precision measurement and test equipment.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lowry AFBMost major bases
2A2X2
Instrument & Flight Control Systems
Maintains aircraft instruments and flight control systems.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:5 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A2X3
Electronic Warfare Systems
Maintains electronic warfare and countermeasures systems.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBNellis AFBVarious fighter bases
2A3X1
A-10 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on A-10 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBDavis-Monthan AFBMoody AFB
2A3X2
F-15 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on F-15 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBEglin AFBKadena AB+1 more
2A3X3
F-16 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on F-16 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBLuke AFBHill AFB+1 more
2A3X4
F-22 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on F-22 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:8 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBLangley AFBElmendorf AFB+1 more
2A3X5
F-35 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on F-35 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:8 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBLuke AFBEglin AFB+1 more
2A3X7
B-1 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on B-1 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBDyess AFBEllsworth AFB
2A3X8
B-2 Avionics Systems
Maintains avionics systems specifically on B-2 aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:8 months
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBWhiteman AFB
2A5X1
Airlift/Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance
Maintains cargo and special mission aircraft systems.
ASVAB:M-47 & E-28
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBLittle Rock AFBCharleston AFB+1 more
2A5X2
Helicopter Maintenance
Maintains helicopter systems and components.
ASVAB:M-47 & E-28
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBHurlburt FieldMalmstrom AFB+1 more
2A5X3
Integrated Avionics Systems
Maintains integrated avionics systems on transport aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMcChord AFBCharleston AFB+1 more
2A5X4
Refuel/Bomber Aircraft Maintenance
Maintains refueling and bomber aircraft systems.
ASVAB:M-47 & E-28
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBAltus AFBMcConnell AFB+1 more
2A6X1
Aerospace Propulsion
Maintains and repairs aircraft engines and propulsion systems.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A6X2
Aerospace Ground Equipment
Maintains ground support equipment used for aircraft operations.
ASVAB:M-56 & E-60
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A6X3
Aircrew Egress Systems
Maintains ejection seats and emergency escape systems.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost fighter bases
2A6X4
Aircraft Fuel Systems
Maintains aircraft fuel systems and components.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A6X5
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems
Maintains aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A6X6
Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems
Maintains aircraft electrical and environmental control systems.
ASVAB:E-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A7X1
Aircraft Metals Technology
Fabricates and repairs aircraft metal components and structures.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A7X2
Nondestructive Inspection
Inspects aircraft components for defects using specialized equipment.
ASVAB:G-55 & M-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A7X3
Aircraft Structural Maintenance
Repairs and maintains aircraft structural components.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2A7X5
Low Observable Aircraft Structural Maintenance
Maintains stealth aircraft coatings and structural components.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBWhiteman AFBHolloman AFB+1 more
2A8X1
Mobility Air Forces Integrated Instrument & Flight Control Systems
Maintains instruments and flight controls on mobility aircraft.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:5 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBCharleston AFBTravis AFB+1 more
2A8X2
Mobility Air Forces Integrated Communication/Navigation/Mission Systems
Maintains communication and navigation systems on mobility aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBLittle Rock AFBCharleston AFB+1 more
2A9X1
Bomber/Special Integrated Communication/Navigation/Mission Systems
Maintains communication and navigation systems on bomber aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBBarksdale AFBMinot AFB+1 more
2A9X2
Bomber/Special Integrated Instrument & Flight Control Systems
Maintains instruments and flight controls on bomber aircraft.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:5 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBBarksdale AFBMinot AFB+1 more
2A9X3
Bomber/Special Electronic Warfare Systems
Maintains electronic warfare systems on bomber aircraft.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBBarksdale AFBMinot AFB+1 more
2M0X1
Missile & Space Systems Electronic Maintenance
Maintains electronic systems on missiles and space launch vehicles.
ASVAB:E-70
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBVandenberg SFBF.E. Warren AFB+1 more
2M0X2
Missile & Space Systems Maintenance
Maintains mechanical systems on missiles and space launch vehicles.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBVandenberg SFBF.E. Warren AFB+1 more
2M0X3
Missile & Space Facilities
Maintains facilities and support systems for missile operations.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBF.E. Warren AFBMalmstrom AFB+1 more
2R0X1
Maintenance Management Analysis
Analyzes maintenance data and manages maintenance programs.
ASVAB:G-57
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost flying bases
2R1X1
Maintenance Scheduling
Schedules and coordinates aircraft maintenance activities.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost flying bases
2S0X1
Materiel Management
Manages supply operations and inventory control for maintenance.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases worldwide
2T0X1
Traffic Management
Manages cargo and passenger transportation operations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases worldwide
2T1X1
Vehicle Operations
Operates and maintains military vehicles and equipment.
ASVAB:G-49 & M-47
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases worldwide
2T2X1
Air Transportation
Handles cargo and passenger operations for military airlift.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost airlift bases
2T3X1
Motor Vehicle Maintenance
Maintains and repairs military vehicles and equipment.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases worldwide
2T3X2
Special Purpose Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance
Maintains specialized vehicles and support equipment.
ASVAB:M-56 & E-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
2T3X7
Transient Alert
Services and maintains transient aircraft at various locations.
ASVAB:M-47
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases with airfields
2W0X1
Munitions Systems
Assembles, maintains, and loads conventional and nuclear weapons.
ASVAB:G-55 & M-60
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost flying bases
2W1X1
Aircraft Armament Systems
Maintains aircraft weapons systems and loading equipment.
ASVAB:M-60 & E-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost fighter bases
2W2X1
Nuclear Weapons
Maintains and handles nuclear weapons and related systems.
ASVAB:G-55 & M-60
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBF.E. Warren AFBMalmstrom AFB+1 more
3E0X1
Electrical Systems
Installs and maintains electrical power systems and infrastructure.
ASVAB:E-60 & M-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E0X2
Electric Power Production
Operates and maintains electrical power generation equipment.
ASVAB:E-60 & M-60
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E1X1
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Installs and maintains HVAC and refrigeration systems.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E2X1
Pavement & Construction Equipment
Operates heavy equipment for construction and maintenance projects.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E3X1
Structural
Constructs and repairs buildings, bridges, and other structures.
ASVAB:M-47
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E4X1
Utilities Systems
Installs and maintains water, sewer, and gas utility systems.
ASVAB:M-56
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E4X3
Environmental
Monitors environmental compliance and manages hazardous materials.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E5X1
Engineering
Plans and designs construction projects and infrastructure improvements.
ASVAB:G-72 & M-72
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost major bases
3E6X1
Operations Management
Manages civil engineering operations and project coordination.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
3E7X1
Fire Protection
Provides firefighting and emergency response services.
ASVAB:G-38 & M-38
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBMost bases worldwide
3E8X1
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Locates, identifies, and disposes of explosive devices and ordnance.
ASVAB:G-64
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Eglin AFBMost major bases
3E9X1
Emergency Management
Plans and coordinates emergency response and disaster preparedness.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Goodfellow AFBMost bases worldwide
3F0X1
Personnel
Manages personnel records, assignments, and administrative services.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases worldwide
3F2X1
Education & Training
Manages training programs and educational services for personnel.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases worldwide
3F4X1
Equal Opportunity
Manages equal opportunity programs and investigates discrimination complaints.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Patrick SFBMost major bases
3F5X1
Administration
Provides administrative support and manages office operations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases worldwide
3N0X2
Broadcast Journalist
Produces news content and manages public affairs communications.
ASVAB:G-72
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Meade AFBMost major bases
3P0X1
Security Forces
Provides base security, law enforcement, and combat support.
ASVAB:G-33 & M-33
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases worldwide
4A0X1
Health Services Management
Manages healthcare operations and medical administrative services.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4A1X1
Medical Materiel
Manages medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceutical operations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:2 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4A2X1
Biomedical Equipment
Maintains and repairs medical equipment and devices.
ASVAB:E-60 & M-60
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4B0X1
Bioenvironmental Engineering
Monitors workplace health hazards and environmental safety.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
4C0X1
Mental Health Service
Provides mental health support and counseling services.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4D0X1
Diet Therapy
Provides nutritional counseling and manages food service operations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4E0X1
Public Health
Monitors community health and manages disease prevention programs.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases worldwide
4H0X1
Cardiopulmonary Laboratory
Performs cardiac and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4J0X2
Physical Medicine
Provides physical therapy and rehabilitation services.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4M0X1
Aerospace & Operational Physiology
Supports aircrew health and manages altitude/pressure training.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Rucker AFBMost flying bases
4N0X1
Aerospace Medical Service
Provides medical care and support for aircrew and patients.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4N1X1
Surgical Service
Assists in surgical procedures and manages operating room operations.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4P0X1
Pharmacy
Dispenses medications and manages pharmaceutical operations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4R0X1
Diagnostic Imaging
Operates medical imaging equipment and performs radiological procedures.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4T0X1
Medical Laboratory
Performs laboratory tests and analyzes medical specimens.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:4 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
4T0X2
Histopathology
Prepares and analyzes tissue samples for medical diagnosis.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Sheppard AFBMost bases with medical facilities
5J0X1
Paralegal
Provides legal support and assists with legal proceedings.
ASVAB:G-51
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Maxwell AFBMost major bases
6C0X1
Contracting
Manages procurement contracts and vendor relationships.
ASVAB:G-72
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBMost major bases
6F0X1
Financial Management & Comptroller
Manages financial operations, budgets, and accounting functions.
ASVAB:G-57
Tech School:3 months
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Keesler AFBMost bases worldwide
7S0X1
Special Investigations
Conducts criminal investigations and counterintelligence operations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:6 months
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Federal Law Enforcement Training CenterMost major bases
8A000
Enlisted Aide
Provides personal services to general officers and senior officials.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:On-the-job training
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
PentagonMajor command headquarters
8B000
Military Training Instructor
Trains new recruits in basic military training programs.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Special duty training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFB
8C000
Airman Leadership School Instructor
Instructs NCOs in leadership and professional military education.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Special duty training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Maxwell AFBVarious bases worldwide
8D000
Marching Band
Performs in military ceremonies and public events.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:Music training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBVarious ceremonial locations
8F000
First Sergeant
Serves as senior enlisted advisor and unit disciplinarian.
ASVAB:Previous AFSC required
Tech School:First Sergeant Academy
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
All bases worldwide
8G000
Honor Guard
Performs ceremonial duties and represents the Air Force at official events.
ASVAB:G-44
Tech School:Honor Guard training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Bolling AFBVarious ceremonial locations
8P000
Courier
Transports classified materials and sensitive documents.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Special duty training
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Andrews AFBVarious secure locations
8R000
Recruiter
Recruits new personnel for the Air Force.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Recruiting school
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Lackland AFBRecruiting stations nationwide
8S000
Professional Military Education Instructor
Instructs in advanced military education programs.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Instructor training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Maxwell AFBVarious education centers
8T000
Survival, Evasion, Resistance & Escape Training
Instructs personnel in survival and resistance techniques.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:SERE instructor training
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Fairchild AFBVarious training locations
9A000
Special Duty Assignment - Administrative
Performs specialized administrative duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various locations worldwide
9B000
Special Duty Assignment - Medical
Performs specialized medical duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various medical facilities
9C000
Special Duty Assignment - Communications
Performs specialized communications duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various communications facilities
9D000
Special Duty Assignment - Intelligence
Performs specialized intelligence duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Top Secret/SCI
Common Bases:
Various intelligence facilities
9E000
Special Duty Assignment - Engineering
Performs specialized engineering duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various engineering facilities
9F000
Special Duty Assignment - Security
Performs specialized security duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Top Secret
Common Bases:
Various secure facilities
9G000
Special Duty Assignment - Maintenance
Performs specialized maintenance duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various maintenance facilities
9H000
Special Duty Assignment - Logistics
Performs specialized logistics duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various logistics facilities
9J000
Special Duty Assignment - Legal
Performs specialized legal duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various legal offices
9K000
Special Duty Assignment - Financial
Performs specialized financial duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various financial offices
9L000
Special Duty Assignment - Personnel
Performs specialized personnel duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various personnel offices
9M000
Special Duty Assignment - Operations
Performs specialized operations duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Varies
Common Bases:
Various operations centers
9N000
Special Duty Assignment - Public Affairs
Performs specialized public affairs duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various public affairs offices
9P000
Special Duty Assignment - Services
Performs specialized services duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various services facilities
9R000
Special Duty Assignment - Chaplain Assistant
Assists chaplains in providing religious services and support.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Chaplain assistant training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various bases with chaplain services
9S000
Special Duty Assignment - Safety
Performs specialized safety duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various safety offices
9T000
Special Duty Assignment - Training
Performs specialized training duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various training facilities
9U000
Special Duty Assignment - Manpower
Performs specialized manpower analysis duties at various locations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Manpower training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various manpower offices
9V000
Special Duty Assignment - Equal Opportunity
Performs specialized equal opportunity duties at various locations.
ASVAB:G-55
Tech School:Equal opportunity training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various equal opportunity offices
9W000
Special Duty Assignment - Weather
Performs specialized weather duties at various locations.
ASVAB:Varies by assignment
Tech School:Assignment-specific training
Clearance:Secret
Common Bases:
Various weather facilities
Understanding ASVAB Requirements
Score Categories:
- G: General - Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge
- M: Mechanical - Mechanical Comprehension, Auto Shop, Electronics Information
- E: Electronics - Electronics Information, General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Mathematics Knowledge
Special Requirements:
- DLAB: Defense Language Aptitude Battery (for linguist positions)
- Color Vision: Required for certain technical positions
- Physical Standards: Vary by career field
Security Clearance Levels
Secret
Standard background investigation. Required for most Air Force positions involving classified information.
Top Secret
Extensive background investigation. Required for positions involving highly sensitive information.
Top Secret/SCI
Highest level clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information access. Required for intelligence positions.