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Combat Systems Officer (CSO)
A career as an Air Force CSO requires tremendous efficiency, attention to detail and strong leadership skills. You're the eyes of your fellow Airmen and Aviators, using high-tech equipment to ensure mission completion. You're also responsible for training Airmen in your particular area of expertise. To learn more about career opportunities as a Combat Systems Officer, browse through the job descriptions below.
Bomber CSO:Performs Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) and/or Weapon Systems Officer (WSO) duties to accomplish joint combat missions, training and other assigned missions.
Test CSO:Plans, conducts, directs and reports on flight test programs associated with the design, development and modification of aircraft, aerospace vehicles, flight simulators and related systems.
Fighter CSO:Performs Weapon Systems Officer (WSO) and/or Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) duties to accomplish joint combat missions, training and other assigned missions.
Generalist CSO:Develops plans and policies, monitors and evaluates operations, coordinates staff activities and advises commanders.
Trainer CSO:Performs duties to accomplish primary, intermediate and advanced CSO training and other assigned missions.
Mobility CSO:Performs duties to accomplish joint mobility operations, training and other assigned missions.
Reconnaissance/Surveillance/Electronic Warfare CSO:Performs duties of Reconnaissance/Surveillance/Electronic Warfare CSO or Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) to accomplish reconnaissance, surveillance, search and rescue, electronic combat, training and other assigned missions.
Special Operations CSO:Performs duties of CSO, Fire Control Officer (FCO), or Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) to accomplish joint special operations missions, training and other assigned missions.
Tanker CSO:Performs duties to accomplish air refueling, training and other assigned missions.
Remotely Operated Aircraft (ROA):An ROA CSO operates specialized mission aircraft and commands flight crews to accomplish joint reconnaissance, surveillance, combat, training and other missions. PAY CHART
All Air Force career fields are based on qualifications and job availability.
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Air Force is committed to education, and you'll have the opportunity to take your education as far as you'd like, on or off base. Whether you just want to keep your job skills current or pursue another college degree, the Air Force has programs to help you reach your educational goals - like Tuition Assistance, which can pay up to 100% of your tuition costs.
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