Combat Control Recruiting Information

Combat Control is one of the most exciting, challenging, and physically demanding jobs in the Air Force.

As a member of the Special Tactics Team, you are organized, trained and equipped for rapid insertion into hostile areas by whatever means necessary --- parachute, scuba, vehicle, etc. --- to establish communications and control airlift and air strike assets in the target area. Some of the duties include: assault zone assessment and establishment; air traffic control; command and control communications; special operations terminal attack control; and demolitions.

CCTs provide a unique capability and typically train and deploy with joint air and ground forces such as the US Army Rangers, Special Forces, and the US Navy SEALs in the execution of Direct Action, Counter-terrorism, Foreign Internal Defense, Humanitarian Assistance, Special Reconnaissance, Austere Airfield, and Combat Search and Rescue operations. The elite special tactics team is usually the first military unit deployed to international trouble spots.

Combat Controllers are assigned to Special Tactics Squadrons, which are part of the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC).

Follow the links to the left to find out more more information on one of the most rewarding and challenging careers in the military.

The Recruiting Service has announced that there is a bonus for prior service CCT folks; the following details apply:

• Must have been a previous 5 skill level
• Honorable discharge, no other disqualifying conditions
• Separated no more than 6 years
• Less than 20 years service
• Must be able to obtain a 5 skill level within 18 months of re-entering USAF
• If you were a previous CCT 5 or 7 level, you can earn $14,000 when you get your 5 level back!

So, if you got out and see that you are miserable and want to come back, this is a great incentive!  Of course, it still makes sense to re-enlist and get even more, but hey it's now available.  Does not apply to retirees!  But they can always work the assault zone contracts!