Airmen working on missile and space systems

Enlisted

MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE

FORTIFYING OUR DEFENSES

Missiles and rockets are critical components of our national defense strategy. Responsible for servicing and maintaining them, Missile and Space Systems Maintenance specialists ensure these assets are fully operational at all times. From missile launchers to space lift boosters, these highly knowledgeable experts plan, organize and perform every service necessary to keep these systems in pristine working condition so they’re ready when we need them.

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What you’ll do

Supervise and coordinate maintenance, operations and research and development (R&D) functions
Perform preventive maintenance inspections and electrical tests on missiles
Evaluate and direct missile maintenance, space lift booster and payload processing and R&D activities
Interpret efficiency and equipment reliability findings and recommend improvements
Ensure compliance with international treaties relating to nuclear weapons and associated equipment

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

70 days
TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

Vandenberg SFB, CA
STATUS UPON COMPLETION

Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Missile and Space Systems Maintenance

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.