Air Force SF, SFO, SIO

[code_blue]

One of my martial arts students has an interest in serving our country. He wishes to go into the USAF aiming for one of the LE positions there. He asked me for info, but I really don't know what to tell him.

He's a good kid, but not so good upbringing (deadbeat dad). He spends a lot of his time around the adults at the dojang for guidance.

Any of you folks with that background care to share your experiences? Feel free to PM me if you prefer.

Thanks

[hey_scooter]

I'd repost this in the military forum for a better response.

[Tacit Blue]

Security Forces aka Missile Cops.

[esy]

Just like anything else in public service, he’ll learn a great deal of what he needs to know from experience.

Having a good head on his shoulders and being able to overcome whatever obstacles are in front of him are huge. Anbu_yoshi, i think you’re selling yourself and any other of his peers, instructors, and support group short. You’re putting him in a position to succeed. He needs encouragement and support. You’re providing him that.

I’m not former military and I grew up in the projects. That’s it. My parents were there for me and got us out of the hood to be able to lead productive lives. Sounds like the kid has an idea and support. Good for him; he’s more than halfway there.

[BarrettM99]

Not sure about USAF Sky Cops but basically, he would be a glorified security guard. He would be doing traffic control, and standing at the front gate waving people in...and ticketing the occasional dependa.

I would advise he look into a few different AF jobs. Cyber is blowing up right now and would work once he gets out. Medical is another field that is always good to go. There are lot of better options out there.

[code_blue]

I'd repost this in the military forum for a better response.

I had no idea that forum even existed here. I figured the SIO position was more akin to investigative work, but with a DOD twist. I'll do more research.

To the rest of you, thank you for your responses and esy for the praise. It's a bit easier to snap parents into shape in this setting than a public school setting. Probably because parents are paying for their kids here.

Thanks

[Atomic Donut]

Don’t do it. If he wants to go Military LE route, have him talk to a coast guard recruiter. Honestly Security Forces are ID checkers. USCG master at Arms will do more LEish duties as far as armed forces go.

[code_blue]

Noted. I'll pass it along. Thanks

[Bobby Ricigliano]

When I enlisted in the Army Reserve, I was exclusively interested in MP. In those halcyon pre-9/11 days, there weren't tons of jobs to choose from and there were no MP slots.

It all worked out though, as I ended up in a very elite, tip of the clerical spear MOS. In the AG Corps, we became known as "Admin Operators."

When a rogue file cabinet needed clearing, they called us.

Personnel file attachments stacked out of order, they called us.

Memo corrections, mail call, you get the picture.

"The Quiet Office Professionals"

HOOAH

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[Milsurp1]

[Mesa Defense]

We just got back from the Air Force Academy. Class of 2018 graduation and commissioning ceremony. Epic, world class and awe inspiring come to mind. Our family member is now a 2nd LT. with a degree in law. They will be in AF security forces at a missile/b52 base. Could not be prouder. Great lead in to CIA or FBI after term is up.

[Mr.Caketown]

Don’t do it. If he wants to go Military LE route, have him talk to a coast guard recruiter. Honestly Security Forces are ID checkers. USCG master at Arms will do more LEish duties as far as armed forces go.

^^^ This , Military LE / MP / MA are usually put on gate guard duty to check ID or roll around in cars to answer domestic disputes & DUIs from local jails. His heart might be in the right place but it will be a waste of 4 yrs or his life. Most civ law agencies dont want previous Mil LE. If he is going to do AF having him do medical or something wtih UAVs . That way when he gets out he will be on his way to an actual career and those 4 years will look good on his resume. Bonus points if he gets a TS/TS-SCI clearance , job opportunities will be starting just shy of the 6 figure range

[Che762x39]

I was a Military Policeman in the Marines. We did patrolling and wrote tickets. I arrested robbery and rape suspects so you do police work. Investigate traffic accidents and tasks similar to law enforcement in any city in the USA.

Most people and even some Veterans have no ideal what MPs. A good example is "Guard Duty". In the Marines, bases that had flight lines, will post a Marine for an overnight shift guarding planes. That Marine was not an MP but a mechanic, admin clerk or a weatherman who was posted with a shotgun.

That start in the Marines lead me to a career in law enforcement. Having been an FTO I noted most police trainees were better equipped for that career if they had a military background. JMHO

[Che762x39]

We just got back from the Air Force Academy. Class of 2018 graduation and commissioning ceremony. Epic, world class and awe inspiring come to mind. Our family member is now a 2nd LT. with a degree in law. They will be in AF security forces at a missile/b52 base. Could not be prouder. Great lead in to CIA or FBI after term is up.

Better yet staying in the USAF and becoming a General one day. CIA and FBI looks great on TV but in real life really boring. Just My Humble LEO Opinion