13HX - Aerospace Physiologist AFSC Specialty

Summary

It’s crucial to ensure that Airmen possess the mental and physical fortitude to succeed in combat. Aerospace Physiologists train aircrews to handle everything from extreme G-forces to exposure to dangerous altitudes. Along with preparing Airmen, these specialists explore the effects of fatigue, stress and other limitations that a human body may experience through real-life training, countless hours of study and flight experience as non-rated officer aircrew. The knowledge and expertise they impart are vital to better equip Airmen for the stresses of their jobs.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, execute and supervise training and operational programs.
• Research deep into the complex and unique field of physiology, human factors and human performance.
• Provide comprehensive training on the threats, hazards and risks of Air Force operations and their mitigating strategies.
• Provide educational training in a variety of Air Force classes.

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

• Thorough understanding of aerospace physiology and closely related subjects
• Meet requirements for in-flight duties
• 22 months of experience in AP assignments
• Completion of Officer Training School course and AP Officer course
• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 42nd birthday

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: 5.5 weeks
• MILITARY TRAINING LOCATION: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree(s) in Human Biology, Exercise Science/Kinesiology, and/or Zoology mandatory. Degree(s) in Air & Space Operations, Physiology related sciences and/or Applied Psychology (Human Factors) permitted.

Components

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