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12BX, 12EX, 12FX, 12GX, 12HX, 12KX, 12MX, 12RX, 12SX, 12UX - Combat Systems Officer AFSC Officer



Summary

Combat and air operations move at incredible speed, so it’s essential our Airmen do the same. Serving as integrators of electronic warfare, weapons systems, special operations and navigation, Combat Systems Officers are the eyes and ears in the sky for their fellow Airmen. Synchronizing our diverse technologies with decisiveness and leadership, these aviators abstract key environmental information and employ a wide range of high-tech systems and weaponry in the air to provide the precision needed to carry out increasingly complex missions.

What You’ll Do

  • Master principles and techniques of all aircraft operations and weapon systems.
  • Perform surveillance and intelligence.
  • Develop and conduct training for other Airmen.
  • Coordinate strikes and mission support tasks for Special Operations and ground forces.

Duties

  • Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
  • Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
  • Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
  • Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
  • Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

  • Completion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)
  • Completion of Officer Training School (OTS), Air Force Academy (AFA) or Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)
  • Must have begun Undergraduate Combat Systems Officer Training (UCT) between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 33rd birthday
  • Additional requirements specific to specialty upon graduation from Undergraduate Combat Systems Officer Training (UCT)

Training & Education

How 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.

Training Stages

  • Officer Training School: 8.5 weeks
  • Military Training Location: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree

Components

  • Air Force Active Duty
  • Air National Guard
  • Air Force Reserve