Airfield Operations Specialist
$75KHigh match
Stable demand
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1C0X1 · USAF · EnlistedAirfield Management
Airfield Management
Specialist.
Air Force 1C0X1 (Airfield Management Specialist). 560 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $62K–$138K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.
Training hours560DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours recommended
Tech roles4mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/5direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles
Roles your code maps to.
Industry tech roles your 1C0X1 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.
Sort · Match descending
/ 02 · Skill Bridge
The gap, named.
What 1C0X1 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.
Already have05
- 01Airfield Safety Inspections, NOTAM Procedures, Flight Data Processing→ Data collection, validation, and analysis.
- 02Emergency Response Procedures, Airfield Construction Coordination→ Project management and coordination skills.
- 03Situational Awareness and Rapid Prioritization→ Agile methodologies
- 04Airfield Waiver Procedures, Procedural Compliance→ Compliance and risk management.
- 05FLIP, NOTAM, BOC Flight Data Processing System, AAWS, BASH Management Program→ Understanding of data flows, system integrations, and user interfaces.
To learn08
The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.
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Where your code lands.
Air Traffic Controller
$138KGood match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
- — FAA Air Traffic Control Certification
- — Radar and Non-Radar Procedures
Emergency Management Specialist
$78KGood match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — HAZMAT Training
- — Emergency Planning Certification
Logistics Coordinator
$62KModerate match
Very high demand
Skills to develop
- — Supply Chain Management Software
- — Project Management Certification
Construction Manager
$98KModerate match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — Civil Engineering Knowledge
- — Construction Management Certification
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths
What the code built.
Cognitive skills your 1C0X1 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.
Situational Awareness
Airfield Managers maintain constant awareness of airfield conditions, weather, aircraft movements, and potential hazards to ensure safe operations.
Transfers to
This translates to the ability to perceive and understand the environment around you, anticipate potential problems, and make informed decisions in dynamic situations.
Rapid Prioritization
Airfield Managers must quickly assess and prioritize tasks, especially during emergencies or unexpected events, to maintain airfield operations and safety.
Transfers to
You can rapidly evaluate competing demands, allocate resources effectively, and focus on the most critical tasks under pressure.
Procedural Compliance
Adherence to strict regulations and procedures is critical for Airfield Managers to ensure the safety and efficiency of airfield operations.
Transfers to
You are highly skilled at following established protocols, understanding regulatory requirements, and ensuring compliance in a complex environment.
Team Synchronization
Airfield Managers coordinate with various teams, including air traffic control, maintenance, and emergency services, to achieve common goals.
Transfers to
You excel at coordinating diverse teams, fostering communication, and ensuring everyone works together effectively towards a shared objective.
/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches
Roles the recruiter won't suggest.
Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.
Emergency Management Specialist
SOC 11-9161.00You've been responsible for the safe operation of an airfield, coordinating with emergency services and responding to incidents. This makes you highly qualified to develop and implement emergency response plans for civilian organizations.
Adjacent · MatchLogistics Coordinator
SOC 43-3071.00You've managed the flow of information, resources, and personnel to support airfield operations. This experience directly translates to coordinating supply chains and logistics in a variety of industries.
Adjacent · MatchCompliance Officer
SOC 13-1041.00You've maintained strict adherence to procedures and regulations, a critical component of the airfield operations. You can leverage this expertise to monitor and enforce regulatory standards for businesses and organizations.
Adjacent · Match/ 06 · Training & Certs
What you trained on.
Academy
Airfield Management Apprentice Course
Goodfellow AFB, TX560hHours
14wkWeeks
ACECredit
Up to 6 semester hours recommended
Topics · 8
- Airfield Safety Inspections
- NOTAM Procedures
- Flight Data Processing
- Airfield Construction Coordination
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Airfield Management Publications
- Aircrew Coordination
- Airfield Waiver Procedures
Partial coverage · 2
- Certified Member (CM) of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)60%
While your experience covers airfield operations, emergency response, and coordination with various agencies, you will need to study airport management principles, finance, and specific regulatory requirements as outlined by the AAAE.
- Airport Certified Employee (ACE) in Airfield Operations70%
Your background provides a strong foundation in airfield management. However, you will need to focus on the specific curriculum of the ACE program, which includes detailed knowledge of FAA regulations, safety procedures, and airport operations best practices.
Recommended next · 03
- Airport Operations Safety Specialist (AOSS)Adjacent
- Certified Airport Executive (CAE)Adjacent
- Commercial Drone PilotAdjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation
What you ran, in their words.
Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.
| Military System | Civilian Equivalent | Domain |
|---|---|---|
| Flight Information Publications (FLIP) | Aeronautical Charts and Publications (Jeppesen, FAA Digital Products) | Operations |
| Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) System | FAA NOTAM Search, Commercial Aviation NOTAM Services | Operations |
| Base Operations Center (BOC) Flight Data Processing System | Flight Planning Software (e.g., ForeFlight, Garmin Pilot) | Operations |
| Airfield Automated Waiver System (AAWS) | Risk Management and Compliance Tracking Software | Operations |
| Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) Management Program | Wildlife Hazard Management Systems (airports) | Aviation |
| Airfield Suitability and Restrictions Report (ASRR) | Airport Information Management Systems | Operations |
| Joint Hazard Assessment Tool (JHAT) | Safety Management System (SMS) software | Operations |
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