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ENLISTED

WEATHER

USING SCIENCE TO STAY AHEAD OF THE WEATHER

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Countless factors can contribute to the outcome of a mission, including something as seemingly simple as the weather. It’s the job of Weather specialists to keep a constant watch over the forecast and conditions that can affect the safety of pilots and aircrew. These experts utilize the latest technology to predict weather patterns, prepare forecasts and communicate weather information to commanders and pilots so that every mission goes as planned.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

  • MINIMUM EDUCATION

    High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED

  • ASVAB REQUIREMENTS

    General; Electronics

  • QUALIFICATIONS

    • Completion of the weather initial skills course
    • Ability to speak distinctly Visual acuity correctible to 20/20
    • Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
    • Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
    • Must be between the ages of 17 and 39
TRAINING & EDUCATION

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.

  • BASIC MILITARY TRAINING

    7.5 weeks

  • TECHNICAL TRAINING

    146 days

  • TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

    Keesler AFB MS

  • STATUS UPON COMPLETION

    Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Weather Operations

TAKE A BREAK

Flights and 30-days vacation with pay each year.

YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING.

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