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Bioenvironmental Engineering

Conduct preventive medicine studies and provide recommendations to reduce health risk to personnel

Identify health hazards as well as potable and non-potable water sources

Execute Occupational & Environmental Health Site Assessment

Respond to terrorist attacks, natural disasters or accidents which may result in exposure to health threats

Conduct examinations to reduce health risk or negative impact in future operations

Advise senior leadership and affected communities on health risks associated with operations and missions

Career Tasks

Defending our health

Life in the Air Force takes our Airmen to a variety of facilities and environments all over the world. It’s the job of Bioenvironmental Engineering specialists to focus on reducing health hazards in the workplace and the surrounding areas. A job complicated by the proximity to everything from munitions to radioactive materials, these experts utilize their skills to ensure healthful working conditions and that the environment is not adversely affected by Air Force activities.

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Qualifications Summary

Minimum EducationHigh school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GEDASVAB RequirementsGeneralQualifications

Mandatory completion of Algebra I, chemistry, biology and English composition in high school
Ability to wear a 40-pound air pack while carrying 40 pounds of equipment in a totally encapsulating chemical protective suit without exhibiting signs of claustrophobia
Minimum of 18 years old prior to entry into technical training
Completion of 8.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
Must be between the ages of 17 and 39

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.