Officer

WEATHER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES OFFICER

COORDINATING THE UNCONTROLLABLE

Weather can be our greatest ally or strongest adversary. That’s why accurate weather forecasting plays such an integral part in the success and safety of our missions. Air Force Weather and Environmental Sciences Officers perform, manage and direct weather operations that have a direct effect on the activities of U.S. military forces. These duties primarily involve integrating current and forecasted atmospheric and space weather conditions into operations and planning. Weather and Environmental Sciences Officers also develop, direct and coordinate meteorological weather studies and research.

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What you’ll do

Lead weather units and elements
Conduct and direct meteorological, space weather and geophysical research efforts
Provide technical meteorological service
Lead weather units and elements in support of Air Force, Army, Special Ops and joint missions

TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you into a leader and an officer in this field? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.

Officer Training School

8.5 weeks
MILITARY TRAINING LOCATION

Maxwell AFB, AL

REQUIREMENTS

You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.