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Officer Guardians

Our Guardians are dedicated to constantly improving and reaching new heights.

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We foster a diverse and collaborative environment to solve our modern world's most complex tasks.

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Enlisted Guardians attend the same [Basic Military Training](https://www.airforce.com/training/military-training/bmt/overview "U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training") as enlisted Airmen with the addition of Space Force–specific curriculum. This includes physical training and testing and 21 hours of instruction covering emotional intelligence, Space Force Structure and senior-leader briefings about military doctrine.

Basic Military Training

Guardians with a college degree can start their career in Officer Training School. Here they'll learn our core values and skills needed to lead fellow Guardians in carrying out our mission.


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Officer Training School

The Space Force now offers dozens of civilian roles in the fields of science, aerospace and engineering. All come with intensive hands-on training, continued education and constant opportunities for growth.


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Career Opportunities 

We offer educational programs to prepare recent college graduates for a career in the Space Force. Each comes with available tuition assistance, and once successfully completed, allow students to go into a full-time position in the Space Force directly as an officer. 

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Educational Programs

We need people who want to solve the hard problems of space.

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Guardians attend the same [Basic Military Training](https://www.airforce.com/training/military-training/bmt/overview "U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training") as enlisted Airmen with the addition of Space Force–specific curriculum. This includes physical training and testing and 21 hours of instruction covering emotional intelligence, Space Force Structure and senior-leader briefings about military doctrine.

For enlisted Guardians entering the Space Force with a high school diploma or GED 

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| 9.5 Weeks       | 

Guardians with a college degree can start as an officer, and those qualified will start their journey in Officer Training School. This program is designed to build character and equip you with the skills needed to excel in your career and lead other Guardians along the way.

For those entering the Space Force as officers with a college degree

The Space Force offers various graduate-level educational opportunities where students have the opportunity to directly join as an officer and prepare for their future career in the Space Force. These programs are STEM focused and involve various space-related research. 

For students who are currently pursuing a master’s degree 

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Graduate Programs

The Space Force now offers dozens of civilian roles in the fields of science, aerospace and engineering. All come with intensive hands-on training, continued education and constant opportunities for growth.

For civilians entering the Space Force with a high school diploma or higher

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Civilian Training

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Guardians defend our country and freedom to operate in space—keeping it secure and accessible for military space power and new waves of innovation. Explore their day-to-day lives and what goes into operating the world’s most-advanced space power.

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Officer

Apply through our [Air Force Civilian Service](https://afciviliancareers.com/space-force) site, and upon review, a Space Force Civilian Recruiter will reach out to you when we find a match to your experience and expertise.


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You’ll be invited for a virtual interview where you’ll answer questions regarding your interests and qualifications.

Interview

Once selected, you’ll be onboarded based on your qualifications and desired position.

Onboard

The Space Force currently offers dozens of civilian roles across the U.S. Each comes with an amazing benefits package, a competitive salary and constant opportunities for growth.

Civilian Careers

The Space Force offers full-time, paid internships for students currently attending college or who have recently graduated. Each comes with intensive, hands-on training and available tuition assistance, and once successfully completed, students are offered a full-time position with the Space Force. 