I just took the test and I'd put on the form that I was testing for the AF... now I keep hearing about how it's gonna be harder to get into the AF because of the current situations... could I just spontaneously switch over to say, the Army or whatever? Because I want what's best for me and I want what will help me succedd in life and get further.
2007-02-02 02:58:49 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I don't think it going to be harder. Do what is best for YOU in the long run. Recruiters will lie or steer you into something you don't want to do just to make the quota for the month. As a former Air Force member I would say whatever branch you go into stay away from working with or carrying weapons or doing anything that you wouldn't want to do for the next 20 years. If you want to go into computers/telecom/IT then stay focused on that and make sure your job will deal with that directly. Not a weapons system technician that uses a computer. You can be a military IT guy who has to go to school to learn Oracle and the gamut of other IT courses to stay current. I scored high in the physics/mechanically inclined area but I wanted an administrative job. I was a mechanic for about 6-7 years after the military and now I work in a more administrative type job that still deals with maintenance and I am happy. My desire matching my ability.
2007-02-02 03:10:47 · answer #1 · answered by Magnus01 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
taking a test does not constitute signing a contract. It will not be a problem "switching" because you have not committed to the Air Force. You took an aptitude test. Worst Case scenario, you'll have to take the test again. If you were to talk to an Army Recruiter, he or she would be able to let you know whether you can use the scores from the ASVAB that you have already taken or if you will have to take it again. I am pretty sure that the ASVAB test is the same no matter which branch you are joining, they only ask which branch for reporting purposes and to send that branch the bill for the test. Explore all of your options and yes, do what is best for you it is your life. Thank you for considering service for this great nation. It is a commitment I am proud to have made.
2007-02-02 03:14:37 · answer #2 · answered by Armyvet 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm AF and I will tell you that going into the AF now, as opposed to a few years ago, you will not be able to choose your job or AFSC-the AF will pick it for you. That being said- you will have to decide what works best for you. Are you married? Kids? Don't want to be a bullet catcher? These are a few questions to consider. To answer your question though, no, unless you held your hand to the square a swore the oath of enlistment, you are not in the AF yet. You can still switch. I recommend the AF, I work in a joint environment with Navy, Marines, and Army. The AirForce has the best facilities and quality of life hands down. Your less-likely to die in combat and you won't be stationed on a ship for the rest of your life.(good for family life). But, you have to weigh each. I recommend going to the recruiter for each of the branches and see what they can offer you. REmember, if its not in your contract- it's not going to happen. Get it in writing. Also, go and talk to ppl from each of the branches and get their take. REcruiters aren't going to tell you the crappy stuff about their service, whereas a regular member will.
Good luck.
2007-02-02 03:12:14 · answer #3 · answered by cdahpoeorc 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I took the ASVAB through the Naval recruiter and am in the Air Force (and never was in the Navy). However, if you scored well and want a specific job in the AF, petition for it. We tend to have the highest quality of life standards, but I respect and admire all service members and recognize that there are benefits and drawbacks to each individual branch.
2007-02-02 03:28:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whoa! Can I ask who is telling you this-- another recruiter? The Air Force recruiter should have told you if you passed the ASVAB high enough to academically qualify for the Air Force. The Air Force is still recruiting, I guarantee you. Beyond this, you must also meet the moral and physical qualifications to entry into the Armed Forces. You will take your physical at MEPS.
The choice is ultimately yours. Each branch has its advantages and its own unique mission. The Air Force has the best quality of life programs.
2007-02-02 04:47:46 · answer #5 · answered by aiminhigh24u2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know how long or how short the process will be, but once you've taken the ASVAB and passed, you can go to whatever branch you want. I know many people who have switched, but this was of course after they'd served their time in the branch they originally enlisted in. If you've already signed a contract, then switching may be a bit more difficult.
2007-02-02 03:09:01 · answer #6 · answered by dorky_goddess 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
THe ASVAB is a all service test, just because you took it with the Air Force means nothing, you can switch to any service you like, which looking around is encouraged, until you are sworn in and contract signed.
2007-02-02 03:59:36 · answer #7 · answered by fla5232 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Buddy of mine did this. He was going into the Navy and was actually down at MERPS where they give you your physical and have you take the oath. They sat down with him and said, "You can have these three jobs, pick one". He was rather ticked off and wanted to do electronic warefare or something else that wasnt available.
The Airforce was at another desk and he told the Navy chief to hold on a sec. He asked the Airforce, "What can I get with a 97 ASVAB". Airforce said anything you want. Navy promptly gave him the option of any rating he wanted.
You can use your score as leverage if it is above average. If you really want to do airforce, negotiate with them. They have quotas they want to fill as far as the jobs go, but they have another with how many they actually get in.
When they tell you about a rating, do not sign up for it right there. You can't trust them with what they say a rating does. A Navy buddy of mine got suckered into doing electronics when he wanted to do computers.
If you have taken the SATs and have gotten a good score, you can apply for officer programs while you are enlisted. They will send you to a state college and pay for your tuition. This happened to several people I knew at nuclear training school. You may find it more fun to be flying those jets.
It's your life, do what you want to do. They will work with you if you decide not to go along with "their" plans. You have to stand up for yourself tho. Make sure you contribute to the GI Bill as well, that 1200 payed out about 30k for me, but was advertised as 14k when I enlisted. Congress keeps uping the amount each year, who knows what it is now.
Good luck
2007-02-02 04:43:26 · answer #8 · answered by Discipulo legis, quis cogitat? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The ASVAB's are for all branches, so if you took them while talking to the Air Force recruiter, that doens't mean you took the Air Force ASVAB, it doens't work that way. Like the guy above me said, you can see any recruiter in any branch.
2007-02-02 03:10:42 · answer #9 · answered by George P 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you've not yet taken any oaths, you should just go talk to the recruiter for the service you want to join. If your scores are high enough, you should still be fine to join the Air Force. They have a recruiting quota to meet this year, too.
2007-02-02 03:06:41 · answer #10 · answered by littleman77y 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋