AIRBORNE CRYPTOLOGIC LANGUAGE ANALYST
TRANSLATING IN THE AIR
When we receive or intercept data in the air, it’s critical for us to understand it in order to act accordingly. Responsible for translating intelligence communications, Airborne Cryptologic Language Analysts utilize fluent foreign language skills to analyze messages obtained during flight. Providing threat warnings and actionable intelligence that can assist in mission planning, these highly skilled specialists are critical to keeping our missions successful and our Airmen safe.
- Intercept and analyze signal intelligence of possible enemy threats
- Coordinate with aerospace rescue and recovery services and operations
- Improve analytical methods to maximize operational effectiveness
- Perform and assist in mission planning
- Provide actionable intelligence to command
- Maintain proficiency in emergency equipment use and procedures
Career tasks
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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MINIMUM EDUCATION
A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High school diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours
*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
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ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS
72 General (G)
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of a designated language
- Completion of a designated airborne cryptologic linguist course
- A minimum score of 110 on the Defense Language Aptitude Battery
- Height must be no less than 64 inches and no more than 77 inches
- Ability to type at a rate of 25 words a minute
- Successful completion of a polygraph examination
- Completion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or Top Secret Reinvestigation
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
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.
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BASIC MILITARY TRAINING
7.5 weeks
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
224 - 459 days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Lackland AFB TX, Monterey CA, Goodfellow AFB TX
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Intelligence Studies and Technology
