Im thinking of joining the airforce?

Question

I'm joining the airforce but i have some questions. Ive asked my recruiter all these things but i just want to hear more from others also. How is bootcamp for the airforce? As far as life in the airforce how does that go? I took my asvab already and i scored high in electronices anyone have any suggestions for a job in that area?

Answer 1

You'll find lots of information at this link, which provides information on the Air Force, including Air Force Specialty Codes... You'll find that information, including a link to those codes and how they can be deciphered!

http://en.allexperts.com/e/u/un/united_states_air_force.htm

I happen to know a young Marine who is very computer and electronics oriented... He's in "Aviation Electronics" and doing really well. Any of the electronics-based career fields may require a longer enlistment, because they will put you through the schooling required to do your job. For instance, the young man I know has a 5-year enlistment, but spent the first 18 months going through Boot Camp (13 weeks + 4 weeks MCT) and school (14-15 months). Of course, in return for that 5-year commitment, he's getting training and experience in THE career specialty (called an MOS in the USMC) that boasts the highest after-market salary and employability rates of all the enlisted MOS's.

As for basic training? Compared to Marine Corps Boot Camp? It's a walk in the park...

Oh.. one last thing... As a Military Mom, I advise you to NOT agree to an "open" contract. Get that Air Force Specialty Code nailed down before you sign anywhere or get sworn in. Once you sign and are sworn in, you're committed to whatever it is you've agreed to do. They may act like they're put off, but they'll appreciate that you value yourself and your potential enough to know what you're getting in to.

Answer 2

You need to go to the Air Force Academy in order to become a pilot. Attending OTS may also be a path to your dream, but it is very unlikely that they will choose an OTS Grad over an Academy Grad to be a pilot. The Air Force is a good service. If you choose the right MOS, chances are you will find time to complete courses either on line or at a local college/university near where you are stationed. Tuition Assistance will cover the cost of the course you take, up to $4500 a year. Vacations to where ever you want is a joke. In the military you must request to be able to travel, and if you are going out of country you must request to be able to do so. Leave (vacation time) is not always guaranteed, and you will find that some people may get to go home during the holidays and others will not. That is how the Military works. If I were you, I would do 4 years and get the GI Bill to help pay for college. Depending on what school you attend, the GI Bill could cover a substantial amount of your education. However, if you choose a school where tuition is $27,000 a year, then it will only cover about a year and a half, maybe a little more. Good luck.

Answer 3

I'm in the navy but all the services are somewhat similar. Realize that the military does not end after boot camp. Boot camp is short and fairly easy. The life after boot camp is what you need to think about. Realize that the enlistment is for 4 or more years and not just the length of boot camp. You will be away from home basically the whole time. If you are joining the military, air force is a great branch to join. Make sure that you pick a job that you are interested in and that will benefit you for work experience when you get out or retire. Try and get as much college while you are in as possible and always think far into the future. Good luck.

Answer 4

I just got out of the Air Force. What job would you like to do? Basic has gotten harder since I joined, but thats a good thing. If there is a specific job you want ask for it and make sure you go in with a guaranteed job, dont go in open because they will put you where they need you and they may not be good thing for you. My life in the Air Force was VERY fulfilling. In my first four years a travlled to over 72 countries. I was a crewchief on the KC-10A Extender. You scored high in Electronics? Many fields open to you for that. Depending on your motivation and reason for joining. If you are a gungho Airman and want to make the absolute most out of your Air Force decision become a Combat Controller. It isnt as easy as it sounds, I failed in the try outs. Very physically demanding. If you want a "9-5" job then become a specialist on an aircraft repairing avionics or other electrical systems. If that road you choose then make sure you try to be a specialist on an aircraft that has a civilian cousin. I.E. the KC-10's cousin is the DC-10, the VC-135 is a Boeing 707 or the Nightingale which is a DC-9. The military gives you an opportunity to become an adult without the dead end result for failure. It gives you the opportunity to make mistakes and come down hard on you for making them as long as you learn from them.

Answer 5

Hi. Thank you for your beginning to serve our country. It is appreciated.
My dad was career AF as well as initially he was in army and navy. He always stated that AF as a choice was the best as you were not gone away from your family for 6+ months on a ship... and that the AF required higher scores on tests than the other services bringing in a good group of people. It was a wonderful life for me growing up and I saw things in this world many others will never see. I would not change my growing up AF years fro anything. Electronics... how about air traffic controller as they make great money when they get out... or an electrician as this also make great money when you get out.. an electrician for aircraft would also be excellent for when you get out although your best jobs would be in cities with big airports.. i think these would pay well also. If any of these interest you, call up guys that do these types of work and find out their opinions as this would be valuable first hand information. Set yourself up for a better future.

Look back here in a few days as I will try to find out nmore for you and add to this answer.

Answer 6

Depends...do you want to have a family? I have 3 children and one on the way that will spend the next 2 years without their father, and yes, he is in the Air Force. He went into Radar maintenance, and they SUPPOSEDLY don't deploy much according to the recruiter. All recruiters are liars. I don't care what they claim, they don't give a DAMN about family, and your wife and children will suffer greatly.

Answer 7

Yeah, ditto on the DON'T GO IN OPEN, cause then you will be screwed and get security forces...and trust me you dong want it. But the air force is cool. Get a job you can use after the military. Cause unless your some kind of hua mofo you don't want to do this. But to get your degree, job experience, life long friends, and travel for free its pretty good stuff.

Answer 8

Don't worry about basic training, you will get thru it without any problems.

You will have to study hard in your tech school, depending on field. But unlike most civilian schools, the instructors want you to pass and will help anyway they can.

Best electronics jobs in the AF, my opinion:

2P0X1 - PRECISION MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT LABORATORY

Hands down the best electronics job in the AF. The best training and the best civilian career potential.

2M0X1- MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS ELECTRONIC MAINTENANCE

my old job, great training and a high civilian job potential. But most who left the AF went on to college.

Answer 9

Re: boot camp. Just do as you'retold and keep your mouth shut. I guarantee you, you'll become part of a very exclusive fraternity and
you'll remember your sargeant;s name until you die. You will get some valuable training, free.
My cousin went into radar repair.,He has worked for IBM since he was discharged.

Answer 10

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