Have some questions for guys in the Air Force?

[randkcustoms]

So I hope you don't mind me posting here, but I'm really wanting to join the Air Force. I want to go into Security Forces because I really want to get into that area. Is anyone in that? If you could PM me I have some questions.

[Sharp Charge]

GO NAVY!!!




Sorry I had to. I'll let the Chair Force guys give you their schpiel now.

[SRT Steve]

Marine Corps!

'nuff said.

[USCG Charger]

Coast Guard.... We do our job everyday!

[Magnum Power]

Joining the Armed Forces is a big step. You might want to look into each branch and see what they can offer you.

[stroguy]

When the going gets tough and you look to the heavens for divine guidance, you'll have to look past that Air Force plane.

Roll Air Force...hahahahahahahaha

[GasGunR]

Exactly!

when the going gets tough and you look to the heavens for divine guidance, you'll have to look past that air force plane.

Roll air force...hahahahahahahaha

[USCG Charger]

When you are sinking off the coast of South Fl.... please dont bother me b/c I'll be with some navy spouse! hehehehe

[Sharp Charge]

When you are sinking off the coast of South Fl.... please dont bother me b/c I'll be with some navy spouse! hehehehe

Of course, the Puddle Pirates stay close to shore while us Squids go handle the real work.

[randkcustoms]

Um ok. So since I have looked into each branch, and Air Forces is the one for me I think. Any pointers?

[Sharp Charge]

Um ok. So since I have looked into each branch, and Air Forces is the one for me I think. Any pointers?

Universal advice..... Get any and all promises in writing. If you are offered a bonus, advanced rank, job, or school, it needs to be spelled out in writing on your contract. If there is any discrepancy it's void. If it was spoken but not written, it doesn't exist.

Start doing PT: running, sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups, etc.

I only have limited USAF knowledge but this general stuff is pretty much the same in each branch. Here's the USAF's web site, look around some: http://www.af.mil/

Good luck!

[MoPOWeR-349]

Um ok. So since I have looked into each branch, and Air Forces is the one for me I think. Any pointers?

Since you've already done your homework you know the benefits each branch has to offer. I would preface that comment with, pick a branch and a job that will have desirable work experience and attributes that the civilian sector would find desirable should you; retire, separate due to injury or it's just not for you.

I can tell you that at our current OPS tempo you 'will deploy' and probable allot. I believe the current dwell time is 1:1, meaning 12 months at your HOR and 12 months deployed.

Based on your question you may not have seen/read an outline of their job description so here it goes:

Specialty Summary: Leads, manages, supervises, and performs security force (SF) activities, including installation, weapon system, and resource security; antiterrorism; law enforcement and investigations; military working dog function; air base defense; armament and equipment; training; pass and registration; information security; and combat arms. Related DoD Occupational Subgroup: 070.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leads, manages, supervises, and performs force protection duties, including use of deadly force to protect personnel and resources. Protects nuclear and conventional weapons systems and other resources. Performs air base defense functions contributing to the force protection mission. Controls and secures terrain inside and outside military installations. Defends personnel, equipment, and resources from hostile forces. Operates in various field environments, performs individual, and team patrol movements, both mounted and dismounted, tactical drills, battle procedures, convoys, military operations other than war, antiterrorism duties, and other special duties. Operates communications equipment, vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, crew-served weapons, and other special purpose equipment. Applies self-aid buddy care, life saving procedures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, as first responder to accident and disaster scenes.

Provides armed response and controls entry. Detects and reports presence of unauthorized personnel and activities. Implements security reporting and alerting system. Enforces standards of conduct, discipline, and adherence to laws and directives. Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Investigates motor vehicle accidents, minor crimes, and incidents. Operates speed measuring, drug and alcohol, and breath test devices. Apprehends and detains suspects. Searches persons and property. Secures crime and incident scenes. Collects, seizes, and preserves evidence. Conducts interviews of witnesses and suspects. Obtains statements and testifies in official judicial proceedings. Responds to disaster and relief operations. Participates in contingencies.

Develops plans, policies, procedures, and detailed instructions to implement SF programs. Plans, organizes, and schedules SF activities. Provides oversight, guidance, and assistance to commanders with the application of information, personnel, and industrial security programs. Operates pass and registration activities. Supervises and trains SF augmentees. Provides on-scene supervision for security forces. Inspects and evaluates effectiveness of SF personnel and activities. Analyzes reports and statistics.

Provides guidance on employment and utilization of military working dog teams. Ensures proficiency training and certification standards are maintained. Employs military working dogs to support worldwide security force operations and executive agency requirements. Ensures health and welfare of military working dogs. Trains handlers and military working dogs on all aspects of military working dog training. Acts as an intruder in dog bite and hold training. Reports and reacts to dog alerts. Maintains dog training and usage records. Responsible for storage, handling, and security of drug and explosive training aids.

Leads, manages, supervises, and implements ground weapons training programs. Operates SF armories. Controls and safeguards arms, ammunition, and equipment. Instructs ground weapons qualification training. Provides guidance on weapons placement to security forces and ground defense force commanders. Inspects ground weapons and replaces unserviceable parts. Analyzes malfunctions by inspection and serviceability testing. Uses precision gauges, testing instruments, and special tools to adjust parts and operating mechanisms. Function-fires weapons for accuracy and serviceability. Controls and operates firing ranges and associated facilities to include supervising construction and rehabilitation.

Specialty Qualifications:

Knowledge. Knowledge is mandatory of: Weaponry, laws, directives, programs, policies, and procedures governing SF activities; installation security; weapon system and resource security; anti-terrorism; law enforcement and investigations; military working dog function; air base defense; armament and equipment; training; pass and registration; information security; and combat arms.

Education. For entry into this specialty, completion of high school with courses in government, behavioral science, computer, and communicative skills is desirable.

Training. The following training is mandatory for award of the AFSC indicated:

• 3P031. Completion of the security forces (SF) apprentice course.
  
  3P0X1A. Completion of the military working dog handler course.
  
  3P0X1B. Completion of the basic combat arms course.
  
  3P071. Completion of the advanced 7-skill level Security Forces course

Universal advice..... Get any and all promises in writing. If you are offered a bonus, advanced rank, job, or school, it needs to be spelled out in writing on your contract. If there is any discrepancy it's void. If it was spoken but not written, it doesn't exist.
Based on my experience written isn't a guarantee either. Basically, if the regs don't allow it, written documentation from a recruiter isn't going to make magic happen. My suggestion is: once the recruiter answers all of your questions I'd find the nearest AF base and make an apt to meet someone from within the SFS. Preferable a few people who are at least an E6 and O2 or higher--folks with a few year under their belt so to speak. Ask for the orderly room and from there someone can direct you further--if the commander is willing to speak with you, meet with him too! I can tell you, at least within our unit, we do this all the time for the those who wish to join the service.

Start doing PT: running, sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups, etc.
Big foot stomp here, be sure you're physically fit or they will hold you back in basic training if you don't meet regs: If you can't run a 6 or 7 minute mile you're in trouble already.

Lastly, the biggest lesson you need to learn is:
As long as you have the right mind set, what you put into your career is what you'll get back. Hard work, team work and a great attitude will get you far.

If you would like more info, PM me, and I'll send you my cell number. Good luck...

Capt. L

[MoPOWeR-349]

Oh... almost forgot. Don't read to much into what the jokesters above have to say, they're kind'a like brothers you never wanted, but came with the second marriage.

But in the end, we're all 'one' family.

[USCG Charger]

Oh... almost forgot. Don't read to much into what the jokesters above have to say, there kind'a like brothers you never wanted, but came with the second marriage.

But in the end, we're all 'one' family.

Yup!

[thewagon]

You'll have a great time in the Air Force. They want you to be a thinking man's service member and will actually teach you things that will help you in life.

Only those envious and jealous will rib you


Don't forget, you'll be spending your entire time training at Lackland AFB, just let me know if you're in Dorm 3702