1W0X1
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United States Air ForceWeather Forecaster
Provide weather intelligence for flight and combat operations.
Difficulty · moderateFitness · moderate AI compatibility 88
Job Overview
1W0X1s make the go/no-go weather call for the Air Force.
Weather Airmen collect atmospheric data, produce forecasts, and brief pilots and commanders on environmental conditions affecting operations.
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Daily Responsibilities
- Collect weather data
- Analyze models
- Brief pilots
- Deploy forecasting equipment
- Support special operations
Work schedule
Shift work
Environment
Weather flights on bases; deployed with SOF
Supports
Aircrews, commanders, and joint units
Training Pipeline
- 1BMT7.5 weeks
- 2Tech SchoolKeesler AFB, MS · ~30 weeks
ASVAB & Qualification Requirements
ASVAB line-score minimums
- G66
Security clearance
SecretPhysical requirements
Standard fitness; SOF weather teams have elite standards.Required skills
MeteorologyBriefingAttention to detail
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Career Progression
E-1→
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E-6→
E-7
Weather flight NCOIC, superintendent, Special Reconnaissance crossover.
Assignments & Special Schools
Duty stations
- Keesler AFB, MS
- Offutt AFB, NE
- Ramstein AB
- Kadena AB
Special schools
Special Reconnaissance crossover
Deployment: Deployments including to combat zones.
Advantages
- Highly transferable skill
- Interesting deployments
- STEM career growth
Disadvantages
- Long tech school
- Shift work
Civilian Career Equivalents
National Weather Service Meteorologist
Broadcast Meteorologist
Career Match Scores
Physical Demand55
Mental Demand88
Leadership65
Technical Level88
Travel70
Deployment Potential70
Civilian Transferability90
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