1A8X2 Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Operator

The Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) specialist (1A8X2) plays a critical role in managing, supervising, and performing airborne ISR operations. These airmen operate as primary aircrew on various aircraft, managing airborne ISR information and related ground processing systems. Their responsibilities include the identification, acquisition, recording, analysis, and reporting of assigned ISR tasks, providing threat warning support, and interfacing with other units for mission planning and execution.

Technical Training Details:

  • Duration: 66 Days
  • Locations: Initial training at Lackland AFB followed by Goodfellow AFB.
  • Degree Program: Intelligence Studies and Technology through the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF).

Professional Badge:

  • Designation: Enlisted Aircrew Badge

Demographic Information:

  • Male: 439 (88.69%)
  • Female: 56 (11.31%)
  • Total Personnel: 495

Entry Requirements:

  • ASVAB: General score of 72
  • Physical: Capability to lift 40 lbs
  • Medical: No history of temporomandibular joint pain or disorder
  • Security Clearance: Requires routine access to Top Secret material

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate and manage intelligence systems and mission equipment aboard ISR platforms.
  • Perform environmental surveys and analyze electromagnetic events to identify sources.
  • Process, analyze, and disseminate ISR information, providing actionable intelligence and threat warnings.
  • Participate in mission planning, ensuring the success of ISR operations.
  • Maintain and document mission results, adhering to security and operational protocols.

Specialty Qualifications:

Knowledge in various areas is mandatory, including:

  • Aircraft emergency equipment and procedures
  • ISR operations and cryptologic support to national and theater elements
  • Joint service operations and concepts
  • Radio frequency theory and communications networks
  • Collection, processing, and analysis of signals and traffic
  • Mission planning, management, and basic computer operations
  • Safeguarding and handling of sensitive information

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