Enlisted

ENGINEERING

BUILDING BASES FROM THE GROUND UP

From roads to buildings, when something needs to be constructed on an Air Force base, it needs to be done with skill and precision. Responsible for planning and managing construction projects, Engineering specialists ensure that every base has the facilities and structures they need to keep operating successfully. With tasks that include surveying, computer-aided drafting and soil testing, these highly trained experts make sure that every project operates smoothly and without any unforeseen problems.

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What you’ll do

Conduct reconnaissance, site location, construction and mapping surveys
Develop, operate and maintain Geographic Information System (GIS) modules
Evaluate potential construction sites
Manage and inspect construction and maintenance contracts
Transform rough sketch ideas into accurate construction drawings and specifications
Develop plans to beddown personnel, aircraft and associated support functions during contingency operations

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

71 Days
TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

Ft. Leonard Wood, MO
STATUS UPON COMPLETION

Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Construction Technology

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.