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Aerial Reconnaissance Weather Officer (ARWO)
Overview: WC-130Js normally carry a weather reconnaissance pilot, navigator/CSO, ARWO, weather specialist and loadmaster. The aerial reconnaissance weather officer (ARWO) acts as flight director and also observes and records meteorological data at flight level using a computer that encodes weather data every 30 seconds.
Position: Officer
AFSC: 15W3
Specific Tasks:
- Analyze meteorological data and prepare forecasts
- Conduct meteorological, astrophysical and geophysical studies
- Coordinate atmospheric and space research activities with military and civilian agencies
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology, Mathematics, Statistics or Physical Sciences
- Commission as an officer in the Air Force Reserve
- Eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance
- Must speak English distinctly
- Attain or exceed minimal physical entry standards for Special Operations Weather Apprentice and Combat Control Apprentice Course
- Physical qualification for parachute duty
- Possess a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles
Training:
- For those without a prior military service commission, successful completion of the eight-week Officer Training School at Maxwell AFB, AL is required
- A minimum of 12 months of experience in an Operational Weather Squadron (OWS), or other unit under supervision of a weather officer
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