Missile and Space Facilities
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Mechanical Engineer
Enlisted Missile And Space Facilities
The intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) weapon system is one of our nation's most sophisticated and powerful defense tools. It's the responsibility of Missile and Space Facilities specialists to keep ICBM launch facilities at peak operational capability. Inspecting, maintaining, operating and repairing everything from launch control systems to facility heating and cooling systems, these professionals perform duties integral to keeping our country safe from attack.
WhatYou'll Do
- Troubleshoot, repair and service missile weapons system and space lift equipment and facilities
- Service support equipment
- Analyze support facility and equipment malfunctions to determine operational readiness
- Supervise space lift booster, payload systems maintenance and launch processing
- Perform inspections and operate special vehicles
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.
- Basic Military Training
7.5 weeks
- Technical Training
73 days
- Tech School Location
Vandenberg SFB, CA
- Status Upon Completion
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Mechanical & Electrical Technology
You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.
You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score.
* 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.
- 70 Electronics (E)
- Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and pneumatic principles
- Normal color vision
- Freedom from fear of heights
- Completion of a current National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit
- 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
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