How to Choose Your Job in the Air Force (AFSC)
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The reason I watch several of these AF channels is appreciation for all the really quality young men who choose to serve our country. Thank you!
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I’ve been restoring classic vehicles for about 6.5 years now as a painter, straight out of high school. It’s been a great job and it’s in high demand so I’m setup up nicely. Personally though, I want to make a change. I love cars and trucks but I don’t want to work on them for 30 years. I realized a few months ago that I want to go to college and become a pilot. After doing my research, I found out that the military can provide both for me and train/teach me well. I decided to walk into a recruiting office after leaving the shop one day and now I’m enlisting and going through the process. Thank you for helping provide your experiences to help people like me make my decision and help my family understand why I’m making this decision. You and Sam Eckholm have been the most help.
I appreciate hearing your story, man. Great luck to you. Feel free to hit me up if there’s anything I can help with.
O boy the only person i have told this is my sister 😂
Great young man. Good luck in your career.
Thank you for making this video! Although I’m a year late to finding this video, GREAT advice! Nipsey Hussle also said “the highest human act is to inspire,” and sir, with these videos, you inspire me. Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words and the great quote. RIP to the legend🏁
Yo this was a really tough vid, thank you bubba.
Really appreciate working with the Air Force One❤
Awesome videos Kev! now a subscriber, I'm actively working though a medical waiver and the points you made help me alot.
keep up the great work and thankyou for your service.
Thanks for watching bro! Feel free to DM me on Instagram if there’s anything else I can help with.🤙🏽
I appreciate your videos! Thank you
I’m in the process of making a big decision and you have helped me a lot :) Thank you again and take care man!
Thanks for the support man! Glad the videos helped. Feel free to hit me up on here or Instagram if you have any more specific questions.
Interested in possibly seeing a vlog of FL and/or the base.
Yo kev. Love you brotha. I’ll see you there!
I know this is a year ago but I appreciate your advice and tips! I am in the beginning process of trying to figure out what job I would want to do in the AF. This definitely helped 🙏🏼
Thanks for watching bro! Feel free to hit me up if you have any questions during your process. Hope to see you out here🤙🏽
you’re choosing your job so you’ve already graduated BMT right? If so, how bad was it? I’m looking to go in to the air force and i am nervous about BMT.
@@sagedanaenot necessarily, I’m choosing my job list right now and I just got finished with MEPS. And once I find a job, then I will go to BMT
Now at 4.9k subs man good work
Lol I’ve been binge watching your vids and you have a new subscriber!! I’m in college and at one point was interested in joining the Air Force but I’ve decided college is for me. I don’t watch you for the Air Force exactly but mainly your personality and talks. I think your very smart and have a great attitude towards life. I hope you keep posting and talking about your experiences thank you for being you!!
Hey, preciate the support! That means a lot. I’ll keep it up for y’all👍🏽
you can always join after college if you would like. Go officer side if you want to apply that degree of yours.
@@Noremac2310 I Have A Question, Are You Able To Join During College?
@@boldassbrother118 yup I’m gonna do computer science
@@danbautista2070 Alright Bet! That Makes Me Feel Better!
I’m going to pass this test. Whatever it takes.
I was Air Force Reserves for 6 years, got out in February and rejoined the Air Guard recently. I was a 1C0X2 (ARMs) and I loved it but wanted to do something different... went through some options and I'm an admin type of guy! I'm also a Junior in college pursing Business Administration and want to go into Human Resources so I crossed trained into 3F0X1 (Personnel). That AFSC's CCAF is Human Resources Management.. which looks good to have with the Business Administration degree.
I definitely highlighted what I wanted to do and understood what I was going into and why this time around!! Honestly if my new unit can keep me on orders or I can finesse an AGR slot... I'd love it!
Question... So you joined as a reserve which is part-time. You choose something in the airforce and you stated you loved it. Now is it a case you went back to school outside of what you were doing?
Or is it a case that you go into the air force and what you choose to do is classified as a degree?
People like this make it easier for people like me I graduate at 16 and plan on joining the air force
yo kev! im currently 16 years old been training my ass off with lifting since i was 14 and im currently still not sure with what job to choose for the af, because all the jobs in the af are all good options for me, this vid helped me a lot
Yoo thanks for watching bro! Glad this video helped. Remember to take care of your body with stretching an recovery as much as you use it. Hit me up if you have any questions about jobs your interested in!
You have a beautiful attitude Kevin. You really Interspration
I appreciate the support🙏🏽. Thanks for watching
Remember folks. North Dakota is the best place to be stationed. Cold is only exaggerated and is fairly warm year round.
Hey Kev! I’m studying for my asvab test. What score did you end up getting on yours?
Im stuck between doing logistics or cyber security/warfare . Logistics and material management ik are pretty easy ig but cyber security might be harder but is something im kinda passionate about and great opportunities when you get out . What do you think?
Thanks for the information I'm going to join the air force
im 27 years old and am meeting my recruiter in a couple days .... thanks for all the helpful tips man appreciate it !
recruiters lie so do your research
Best of luck!
shipping out february @@thelifewithkev
hey man, I needed a second chance and started the process to enlist in the Air Force at 37. I have a bachelors but still am going enlisted since I would be past 39 by the time bmt for ocs came around. any advice?
Hey Kev I love the videos. I was just wondering if you plan on retiring from the Air Force? Retiring in your 40s sounds like a dream.
Hey Tim, thanks for the support💪🏽. To be honest, i might, but I really don’t know where I’ll be 20 years. I know what I want to do, but where exactly I’ll do is something I’ll keep looking to figure out as I grow. I love the Air Force. The people I meet, the things I get to do, and having a job that has a purpose for all of the people in this country. If I’m able to stay in this Air Force for 20 years, it’ll be a blessing. I’ve decided that I will keep serving as long as I keep finding value that I can bring here. Hopefully for a long time I’m the Air Force, and in the areas I live as well.
I like watching your videos. Going to meps sometime this week to join military. What is your contract length?
Preciate the support man! I signed a 4 year contract. I came in with some school credit, so I still got E-3 rank. Good luck with your process! Let me know if you have any questions.
I’m thinking about joining the Air Force, but it’s taking a long time, the recruiter told me that the new list of jobs would come out August or early September but now that it’s around the time they’re saying it’s random, I thought it came out quarterly, help?
I’m thinking about joining the Air Force. I ran across some of your videos and thank you for your advice and personal experiences. The only thing I’m worried about is leaving my cat behind. I’m 23 and been kinda on my own since 19 and I don’t really have anyone to watch him so I feel so stuck but at the same time this is also my future 😭 I’m so close and attached to my fur baby 😢
it’s only 7.5 weeks! you can try and save up some money to make sure you have a sitter. this would put your mind and ease and help you in the long run
Air force reserve or active duty? With reserve it would be easier for you if you're not married. Idk much about active duty though.
I thought about joining the Air Force too about 10 years ago but I was in the same situation as you. I also LOVE my cat like he's my baby and was on my own with him since I was 20. Now I'm 30 and married and considering joining again.
How's it going for you so far?
How’s it going did you join?
Cat gotta go
currently looking into the air force. got a 44 on my practice test and about to take the picat this week. I look forward to your growth. (off topic) Do people ride motorcycles on base?
Preciate you’d support man! Heck yeah, a bunch of people ride. A lot of bases have classes for beginners and experts for free on base too.
Just found this video today and tips were helpful! My question is, how do I know I have a good recruiter. I have heard stories of recruiters painting a fantasy and new airmen don’t enjoy their jobs. I want to make sure when I enlist, I have someone that actually cares about what I am going to do with my life.
My son is thinking about joining. He wants to work on airplanes. Fifth gen aircraft mechanic. What do you think about that job. Is something better that does similar work.
I am on my way to MEPS and I am trying to get into postal work, or either security forces not sure which one would be for me yet hopefully I can find out at tech school
Hey bro ! What your asvab score on the test was?
Good video. How long have you been in the air force? Did you sign up for 4 yrs or 6 yrs?
Congratulations on your career in the usaf.
Thank you for your service.
Preciate your support man. I’ve been in a little over a year. I signed for a 4 year.
Hey man I just discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago and I’ve been really enjoying the videos. I just wanted to ask though if you knew if I’d be able to get the Special Missions Aviator job guaranteed to me so that I don’t end up with a job I don’t like
Hey, thanks for watching bro. From what I’ve heard, Special Missions Aviator is an in demand job. There’s a good chance you’ll have it depending on what else is on your list. Have you been to MEPS already?
@@thelifewithkev no I haven’t yet but I’m planning on going next month but I’m not signing a contract yet cause I don’t want to get sent to BMT right after graduation, I took my ASVAB at my school in September last year and academically qualify for the job already
I know exactly which job I want (public affairs) but how can I assure I get that job? The recruiter said even if I qualify for it they might put me somewhere else
Is your intro song a downtempo PAC song? I swear I’ve heard that melody before.
Yup, it’s Picture Me Rollin
I’m gonna try to pass the ASVAB for the airforce hopefully I get a IT job
I have tattoos in my hand and the army won’t accept me is it the same with the Air Force
Make sire to check the r/AirForce and r/AirForceRecruits. There are further job descriptions there and at air force recruits, discussions on the day-to-days of certain careers.
Good evening Sir, I would like to know can we join the American army and pursue our dream of professional footballer since I have no money to enter the real school?
I honestly wanted a Cyber job but unfortunately, I'm not a US Citizen. Thank you for the information. I just got the list of jobs I qualify for based on my score and now waiting for a call to go to MEPs for the physical and medical exams. Can't wait to join.
Hey brother, glad it still worked out for you. Everything for a reason, there’s plenty of great careers. I’ll see you out there💪🏽
Hey, some else on the channel asked: “Is it true that if you are a non US citizen after tech school you cannot be stationed overseas?”
Do you know the answer to this?
Wait. What can you do as a permanent resident I cannot find a single video about persons who are permanent residents choosing jobs in the military. My #1 aim is to do Diagnostics imaging however could I? Hey id appreciate your response!
you can't have a cyber job if you're not a citizenship yet?
@@Wwrq3iI’m a US citizen but because my parents aren’t US citizens I’m not able to get into Cyber security which really sucks. I’m guessing that’s how it works for them military.
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Welcome to the fam brother💪🏽
Good evening Sir, I am Kaba Mohamed Lamine I would like to know can we join the American army and pursue our dream of professional footballer since I have no money to enter the real school?
Im 2 years too late. Im 16 and i quit trade airforce is gonna be my punishment. What exactly do they do? I need a 4 year college degree to fly a plane so what exactly is it? Close combat mixed I can't find anything with combat footage
Hi, I'm curious how is RF Transmission so far? I'm currently in DEP and curious if I should rank this job as my top 5.
It’s a great job man. Honestly one I didn’t know about until I got offered it. It’s a lot more hands on than the other cyber/Comm jobs, with being outside setting up terminals and equipment. The field is more about telecommunications, such as satellite dishes, or tactical radio setups. I like that I get to be a bit active instead of sitting at my desk all day. We don’t learn a whole lot about networking like other cyber jobs do, but we still get Security+ certified and there are plenty of jobs on the outside for it too. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
Hey! Thanks for the video. So you sign off on your job after the ASVAB but prior to basic right? I was under the impression you sign up with your dream sheet but you won’t know your official job until basic. So you leave with a guaranteed job?
Thanks in advance!
Yes, that is correct. After getting your ASVAB Scores at your first MEPS visit, you’ll make a list of jobs you’d like with your recruiter. Once of the those job becomes available, you’ll receive a ship-out date for BMT. When you ship out, you’ll go to the MEPS station for a second time for some final screening and paperwork before leaving for Lackland. So yes, you will leave for basic with a guaranteed job, or at least a guaranteed career field.
Yes, that is correct. After getting your ASVAB Scores at your first MEPS visit, you’ll make a list of jobs you’d like with your recruiter. Once of the those job becomes available, you’ll receive a ship-out date for BMT. When you ship out, you’ll go to the MEPS station for a second time for some final screening and paperwork before leaving for Lackland. So yes, you will leave for basic with a guaranteed job, or at least a guaranteed career field.
@@thelifewithkev thank you!
How are you, I'm thinking about comissioning as an officer in the air force and I'm currently a college senior and about to graduate this year in may. I talked to one of the air force recuriters and he basically said that my GPA is too low to be qualified as an air force officer. I am a health science graduate and I have a 3.1 gpa. What do you recommend I should do?
Hey Christian, sorry for the late response. If becoming an officer is something you really want to do, I would keep trying. Getting into OTS is very competitive, but the minimum GPA is a 2.5, which you exceed. I would look to improve your strengthen your package from another angle, like a higher AFOQT score. This test score is crucial for acceptance. You can also try another recruiter than can work with you to find options.
Can you pls answer, is there any combat jobs with the air force or just the random careers like administrative and pilot? Like no mid lane/combat careers
Yes, though there are more in the Army the Air Force does have combat jobs. They fall under Special Warfare, and are called Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), Combat Controller (CCT), and Pararescue (PJ). These jons require a more intense PT test (PAST test) for entry as they work under the Special Operations umbrella. Outside of Special Warfare, Security Forces is the nest closest combat related job in the Air Force. There are also some lesser known combat related jobs, such as Special Missions Aviator. All worth checking out.
How long did you wait for a job to become available?. I’m currently waiting for a job in the Air Force and been waiting for a month and a half and I’m excited to leave lol.
So I got a bit lucky. A slot opened up from someone who dropped out, so I was only in DEP for two weeks. A month and a half isn’t bad so far, I know people have waiting 2-3 or even 6 months to a year. If it’s for a job you really want, it’ll definitely be worth it.
Hey bro I’m thinking about joining I’m on path to graduate high school this year and I’m 17, what’s your through in joining straight out of high school like I’m planning on doing ?
Hey man, for joining out of high school, I’d say mainly just take advantage of any opportunity that comes your way. Enjoy traveling, meeting new people and learning new skills. Volunteer for everything, do things that make you uncomfortable, and find a way to see the positive in any situation. Some days will be a little rough, but keeping your head up and focusing on the good will always help you find best moments.
You’ll be ahead of a lot of guys your age, with starting a career and having income. Learn how to take care of your money, how to save and put it in the right places. That’ll put you far ahead in the future. Also, take advantage of free education and go to school. Learn skills and get a degree that’ll put you ahead in the military or in the civilian world.
You’ll learn to mature in the military, but at the same time don’t be in a rush to make grown up decisions. Keep people around you that are positive and have the same goals you do. Don’t move too fast with the ladies and stay away from alcohol man, you can still have a great time without it haha.
Enjoy and take it all in bro. You’ll have tons of experience and memories. Wish you the best of luck.
Unrelated question. How long does it normally take to get out of dorms? Let's say you enter as an E3 because you have 45 college credits. How long is it usually from the moment you start living in the dorms to the moment you are allowed to live off base and receive BHA? Thank you It has been really hard to find an answer for this.
You usually stay in the dorms until your 3rd year mark, you reach E-4, or you get married or have a family. Whichever comes first. Some bases allow you to move out earlier, depending on how much space is available. If you’re going in as E-3, you’ll probably be in the dorms for 2 years max, for you to hit E-4. E-4 BTZ or signing up to move out early because of limited space can speed that up.
Check out my “Air Force Dorm Tour” video 👇🏽. I talk about it some there too.
@@thelifewithkev Thank you!!
Are you able to get an apartment off base?
Are you allow to go to multiple schools like technical school and aviation like air craft mechanic ?
You will go to technical school right after basic training for whatever your job is (aviation, communication, etc.). Throughout your career, you may be sent to other school for additional training as well.
Hi the books you be reading where do you get them from?
Hey, a lot of them are recommended to me, or I look up a topic I’m interested in. I usually just go to Amazon to order them. They’re pretty cheap for a paperback copy. Small price did a great investment back into yourself.
Is a jet mechanic an easy job to achieve? Or do you have to work your way up to a jet mechanic?
Hey, here’s what my friend who’s in maintenance(armament systems) said:
They choose our shred for us , you can try and change your shred once you get to tech school but I only know people that get it changed because they get an aircraft that requires top secret which means nukes and some people don’t feel comfortable handling nukes . Armament basically loads the munitions/weapons on the aircraft, troubleshoot any problems with weapons , so basically anything that’s wrong with a gun , missile or anything we try and fix it. The Munitions (Ammo) which is a different AFSC makes the bombs and missiles , so they make them then we load them , it’s basically a mechanic for an aircraft.
it’s a pretty chill job overall , just in tech school you gotta be willing to pay attention, just like any other tech school , also sheppard afb is very chill and lenient, so if they come here they’ll like the freedom , but yeah weapons is cool and also in order to change your aircraft other than the request thing , you gotta reach a 5 skill level , it’s easy to get , everyone gets their 5 skill level after 1 year at their duty station of doing CDCs , the quickest someone can get 5 skill level is like 7 months.
Hope this helps, if you have more questions for him, let me know, I can connect you to him.
Bro im deciding between the army and the air force; I feel like there is some days I want to be in the hardship of the army, but then I realize air force has better options for civil life and college education while on duty, and I don't know how "easy" the air force is going to be, which I think it is not easy but, is not as hard as the army so I don't know
You’re on the right track bro. Half of choosing the right branch to join is understand the culture that you night align better with. I hope my vids give a good viewpoint in the Air Force, and I hope you find some good soldiers to talk to for their story as well. Both definitely have their own unique strengths.
@@thelifewithkev thank you for your support and videos bro, keep it up it does help to have different points of view and experiences out there. 👍🏼
Have you considered applying to the US Air Force Academy?
Hey, yeah I have, I’ve been interested in going officer. It just may be easier for me to go through OTS if I decide to, since I’ve already completed some college.
Hey Kevin in 15 and been working out lately and I want to go to the airforce and be a pilot or F-16 mechanic do you have any advice on what path I should do and also I weigh 220 do you think I can make it also do you know know how I can lose belly fat I work out a lot I just wanted to know did you had any tips
Hey man! If you want to come into the Air Force as a pilot, you’ll need to be an officer. Since you’re still in high school, check out the Air Force Academy. It’s a four years, you’ll be done with college (for free) and you’ll pretty much be guaranteed a pilot spot. You should be able to start the application process your junior/senior year. Grades are important, so it’s good to do your best on the classes you have. Here’s a link for more info
www.usafa.af.mil/
For the fitness stuff, being consistent is the most important thing. I’d say keep working out, more body weight stuff (pull ups, push-ups), start getting into running a bit, and focus on clean foods. You never need all of the fancy protein powders or supplements, just a healthy balanced diet. Here’s a link to the max weight for height too.
www.airforce.com/how-to-join/prepare-for-success/meet-requirements
Thanks kev
I didn't choose, it was chosen for me
What’s the possibility of getting a cyber job if you not a US citizen but permanent resident
Hey, I’m not too sure how that process works. If you talk to a recruiter they probably would know a lot more. For getting cyber specifically it’s gonna depend on your ASVAB scores in certain sections. If you check out a cyber job on one of the websites from the description, it’ll tell you the score you need. Hope this helps.
Hello, this is a very random question but are people allowed to roller skate on base ? I was looking into the Air Force . I’m currently in college but I’m still figuring out what i want to do . I’m also big on roller skating which is one of my fears that i won’t be able to do it when joining .
Hey, I don’t see why you couldn’t roller skate on base. The only thing I know for sure, is that if you’re on base, you have to have on protective equipment (helmet and such).
Let me know if you have any others questions. I went to college for a bit too before joining. Thanks for watching!
@@thelifewithkev Thank you !
Anyone thinking bout joining from Fl?
When did you join the military ?
Hey, about a year. Check out my first video, I tell a little more about how I joined.
Can you get into cyber without being a US citizen. I just finished MEPS and scored 73 on Asvab. Please advise ! Im trying to be like you. Also, im joining the Air Force reserve.
If you’re able to join the Air Force at all, then cyber-related jobs should definitely be available to you if your ASVAB scores are high enough, and there are no major issues with backgroud checks. Your general score looks good, you will need to get around a 70 in the electrical section as well. I would check with the reserve unit you plan to join to see what comm/cyber jobs are available at that unit. The process is a little different than active duty
@thelifewithkev Thank you for the reply, I will speak with my recruiter. Thank you.
Good job can you help me to join am from Ghana leaving in Ghana now
Akwaaba !
What questions do you have? Feel free to message me on Instagram as well
You deserve a new subscriber. I have given you mine. Looking forward to join. God bless.
Thank you for the support. God bless you as well🙏🏽
But what if I don’t have at least 10 I would like to do??
I believe you could leave the rest blank, but others may be chosen for you. I would ask your recruiter the same question, and do some more research to see anything else you might be interested in.
Is it hard to switch from Army to Air Force?
I’m not too sure. I don’t know anybody personally who’s made the switch, but I know it’s possible. A recruiter or leadership might be able to answer those questions.
update?
Dawg, I don't know if you're still in, but transition to Officer and then get your 20 years in. Trust me.
How would you say your overall experience is so far? So far would you consider resigning? Could you see yourself potentially retiring from the Air Force?
Honestly man, I’ve enjoyed it a lot more than I expected. I love that what I do feels purposeful, and I’m always problem solving and being challenged everyday. There are a lot of people here. There are definitely days that aren’t great and will get you down, but the highs have outweighed the lows for me. There are a ton of opportunities to learn and do new things , you just gotta put yourself out there and go after them.
My next goal is actually to finish my degree and commission as a officer . I hope to show you guys that journey too. It’s still to soon to say I’ll do 20, but my idea so far is I’ll keep going until I feel that I’ve done everything I want to here.
@@thelifewithkev That's great man. I'm going to MEPS and stuff hopefully sometime next month for the air force, so I wanted to get some opinions. Most people seem to really like their experience and end up resigning. I plan to commission with my degree as well late next year-early '24, and I'll be enlisting as E-3 also. Ultimately, I want to be a pilot of some sort, whether it be in the aircraft or RPA, but I'm really hoping to land a job as an RPA Sensor Op or something involving aviation and build relationships and make some connections/potential references while I'm waiting to be able to commission. It would be great if you're able to document that process later on. Keep it up!
04:18 when he starts talking about jobs
I’m thinkin about joining the Air Force but I want to be able to pick a job I know I’ll like you know
You’ve got time to do your research now. CZcams videos and just exploring what’s available on the AIr Force website is a good start. The job preference list you make is going to be the key, man. They may offer you jobs that leave sooner, but if you know it’s not a job you want, than there should never be a force to take it. Feel free to hit me up if you have any questions bro.
@@thelifewithkev appreciate you man💪🏼
Im planning on it as well, deff let me know if you fully go through with it so we could have references 🙌🏾
@@supashad I’m gonna be talking in person to my recruiter next week about the jobs and my process on joining because I still don’t know what job I want to do in there
@@Slerveyy calling mine for the first time today. Just gathering more intel. Interested in air force currently but planning on transferring to space force later down the road.
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Dude intro expired me to workout
Is 27 too old ? Also do you share a dorm ?
27 is not too old!! you would have to be in the dorms for at least a year. You would have your own dorm room though, and just share common areas.
Mary is right. The cutoff age for the Air Force is 39. You’ll also have your own room once you get to your first duty station.
Nearly 6 minutes in and you still haven’t directly addressed the main point of the video. Bye
Stay away frome flightline jobs
Omg get to the point
are there many homosexuals in air force
Ofc. There are homosexuals everywhere
Lmao
dude the hell with rules abt sexuality if u wanna join the air force go for it the world aint out to get u due to ur sexuality
Hey Kev could you send your new Instagram handler
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