Enlisted
SPACE SYSTEMS OPERATIONS
SPACE SYSTEMS OPERATIONS
What you’ll do
- Detect, identify and maintain orbital parameters on earth satellite vehicles
- Operate defensive and offensive space control systems
- Detect and track missile launches
- Perform launch and on-orbit operations for military satellites
- Perform range operations in support of ballistic missile and space launches
- Ensure operational effectiveness and suitability of space capabilities through operational testing and evaluation
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
51 - 100 Days
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Military Training Location
Vandenberg SFB, CA
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Air and Space Operations Technology
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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.
Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.
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60 Electrical (E)
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- Knowledge of space warning and control systems
- Normal color vision
- Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
- Successfully pass a Single Scope Background Investigation
- 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
YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING.