As with the Army, some personnel can enlist at an advanced rank if they have college credits or have participated in Junior ROTC. The highest advanced rank one can enlist with under these programs is airman first class E The Air Force offers accelerated promotion for service members who agree to enlist for six years.
Under this program, enlistees who enter service as an airman basic E-1 are promoted to airman E-2 after basic training is finished, and then advance to airman first class E-3 when they graduate technical school, or 20 weeks after graduation from basic training, whichever occurs first. Most airmen graduate basic military training with the rank of airman basic E An airman basic is an apprentice who is acquiring and demonstrating knowledge of military customs, courtesies, traditions and Air Force standards while learning military and technical skills.
Under normal conditions, promotions to E-2 are automatic as long as the Air Force's standards for performance and behavior are met. An airman, while still primarily an apprentice, is expected to understand and conform to military standards. The rank of airman brings with it the responsibility of adjusting to the Air Force way of military life and becoming proficient in an Air Force occupational specialty.
Upon leaving basic training, all airmen enter training at Air Force schools in their specialties "jobs" , depending on their aptitudes and interests, and the needs of the Air Force. Airmen first class are considered to be fully adjusted to Air Force and military life, and their duties focus on carrying out their assignments efficiently and effectively while honing their job skills.
Airmen first class are assigned an increasing level of responsibility. An Airman first class is expected to comply with Air Force standards and serve as a role model for subordinates. In addition, they are expected to start mastering their job and leadership skills.
Moving up the Air Force Ranks : The Air Force requires airmen basic E-2 to have at least 10 months' time in grade before they can be promoted to airman first class. There are no time in service TIS requirements for airman first class.
An airman first class' role and responsibilities increase as their experience increases and they become journeymen and leaders. The average Air Force-wide, active-duty time for promotion to the rank of airman first class is 16 months. The rank of senior airman is a transition period from journeyman to non-commissioned officer NCO.
It is essential that airmen develop supervisory and leadership skills through professional military experience PME and individual study. They are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with established standards, providing a positive influence and example for their subordinates and peers alike. The average servicewide, active-duty time for advancement to the rank of senior airman is three years. The unit commander's decision is based primarily on a promotion board. Air Force NCOs are expected to exemplify personal integrity, loyalty, leadership, dedication and devotion to duty, including upholding Air Force policies, traditions and standards.
The staff sergeant is considered a craftsman with specific NCO supervisory responsibilities and may hold either a 5- journeyman or 7- craftsman skill level. Additionally the SSgt must strive continuously to further their development as technicians and supervisors. The average Air Force-wide, active-duty time for promotion to the rank of staff sergeant is more than four years. In addition, airmen must achieve a 5-skill level, compete in WAPS and complete the Airman Leadership School in-residence before assuming the rank of staff sergeant.
Technical sergeants are qualified to perform highly complex technical duties in addition to providing supervision. They're responsible for the career development of each subordinate under their supervision. The maximum number of points that can be achieved from the SKT is Maximum number of TIG points is Maximum number of TIS points is Part of this rating includes a promotion recommendation from one to five with one the lowest, and five the highest.
The WAPS system converts these ratings to promotion points. Only ratings for the previous five years are used, not to exceed ten reports. Additionally, the older a report is, the less it counts in determining EPR promotion points. The maximum number of promotion points for EPRs is The test consists of questions, and is worth a maximum of points. The panel examines the promotion records, and score them by considering the following factors: Performance, Professional Competence, Leadership, Job Responsibility, Breadth of Experience, Specific Achievements, Education.
To learn more about the Air Force's rank structure, see our complete list of Air Force ranks. The Government civilian-employee equivalent of a Senior Airman is paid under the General Schedule payscale. For more details, see this Air Force rank to GS grade conversion table.
To see a list of military medals and decorations that can be earned by servicemembers in the Air Force and other branches of the military, see our list of military decorations and medals. Civilian Payscales. Military Discounts.
Decorations In Order. Decorations By Class. Decorations By Branch. Military Rack Builder.
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