Airborne Mission Systems Specialist

Summary

Enlisted Airborne Mission Systems SpecialistEffective command and control is critical to a mission's success. Responsible for operating the radar, communications and electronic equipment, Airborne Mission Systems Specialists help manage the battle space during tactical and strategic missions. Coordinating all of the necessary data received on airborne command centers, these specialists provide critical information to pilots and ground units during missions and operations all over the world.What You'll DoPerform aircrew duties on numerous airborne platformsInspect and operate airborne communications with ground, air and sea surface unitsPerform and supervise airborne equipment operations and maintenanceDetermine optimum airborne equipment settingsGather, record and distribute information between our different command unitsOperate aircraft emergency systems and equipmentBonus EligibilityThis career is eligible for bonus. Depending on the path you'd like to take within the Air Force, bonus amounts may vary. Explore how much more you could earn in the different paths belowAir National Guard OpportunitiesAir Force Reserve OpportunitiesTraining & EducationHow do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.Basic Military Training: 7.5 weeksTech School Location: Lackland AFB, TXTechnical Training: 33 DaysStatus Upon Completion: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Information Systems TechnologyKey Things To Consider RequirementsYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Courses in mathematics, physics, computer principles, speech, and English is desired. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.70 Electronics (E)Completion of the Aircrew Fundamentals courseCompletion of the Airborne Mission Systems Operator courseNormal depth perceptionHeight not less than 59 inches and no more than 80 inchesCompletion of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or equivalentSuccessfully complete a Class III Flight PhysicalMust maintain eligibility to deploy and mobilize worldwideCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistmentYour Future Is Waiting. Apply NowGet Started

Job Description

Enlisted Airborne Mission Systems SpecialistEffective command and control is critical to a mission's success. Responsible for operating the radar, communications and electronic equipment, Airborne Mission Systems Specialists help manage the battle space during tactical and strategic missions. Coordinating all of the necessary data received on airborne command centers, these specialists provide critical information to pilots and ground units during missions and operations all over the world.What You'll DoPerform aircrew duties on numerous airborne platformsInspect and operate airborne communications with ground, air and sea surface unitsPerform and supervise airborne equipment operations and maintenanceDetermine optimum airborne equipment settingsGather, record and distribute information between our different command unitsOperate aircraft emergency systems and equipmentBonus EligibilityThis career is eligible for bonus. Depending on the path you'd like to take within the Air Force, bonus amounts may vary. Explore how much more you could earn in the different paths belowAir National Guard OpportunitiesAir Force Reserve OpportunitiesTraining & EducationHow do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.Basic Military Training: 7.5 weeksTech School Location: Lackland AFB, TXTechnical Training: 33 DaysStatus Upon Completion: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Information Systems TechnologyKey Things To Consider RequirementsYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Courses in mathematics, physics, computer principles, speech, and English is desired. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.70 Electronics (E)Completion of the Aircrew Fundamentals courseCompletion of the Airborne Mission Systems Operator courseNormal depth perceptionHeight not less than 59 inches and no more than 80 inchesCompletion of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or equivalentSuccessfully complete a Class III Flight PhysicalMust maintain eligibility to deploy and mobilize worldwideCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistmentYour Future Is Waiting. Apply NowGet Started