Enlisted

MISSILE AND SPACE FACILITIES

Making Sure We're READY TO LAUNCH

The intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) weapon system is one of our nation’s most sophisticated and powerful defense tools. It’s the responsibility of Missile and Space Facilities specialists to keep ICBM launch facilities at peak operational capability. Inspecting, maintaining, operating and repairing everything from launch control systems to facility heating and cooling systems, these professionals perform duties integral to keeping our country safe from attack.

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What you’ll do

Troubleshoot, repair and service missile weapons system and space lift equipment and facilities
Service support equipment
Analyze support facility and equipment malfunctions to determine operational readiness
Supervise space lift booster, payload systems maintenance and launch processing
Perform inspections and operate special vehicles

U.S. Air Force Maintainers: How We Work

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

73 days
TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

Vandenberg SFB, CA
STATUS UPON COMPLETION

Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Mechanical & Electrical 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.