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Air Education and Training Command

$106K - $138K/yr

... Agile Combat Support, and Global Force Management & Planning. Requirements Help Conditions of ... As an instructor for the Joint/Air Force Warfighting and Planning course, applicants should ...

T3i, Inc.

AFSW Mentor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... Force's future Special Warfare (SW) Airmen, who are organized, trained, and equipped to deliver ... Combat Controller, Pararescueman, Special Reconnaissance, or Tactical Air Control Party.

Summit Technologies, Inc.

Space Force Combat Forces Command (CFC) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR ... Space Force, Air Force, USSPACECOM, or Intelligence Community organizations. * Experience with ...

GAP SOLUTIONS INC

$46.25 - $59.75/hr

This requirement supports Air Force fighter squadrons in Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Force ... Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) markings, prior to final submission to any external ...

GAP SOLUTIONS INC

$1.7K - $2.2K/wk

This requirement supports Air Force fighter squadrons in Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Force ... Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) markings, prior to final submission to any external ...

GAP SOLUTIONS INC

$1.4K - $1.8K/wk

This requirement supports Air Force fighter squadrons in Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Force ... Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) markings, prior to final submission to any external ...

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How much do air force combat controller jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for air force combat controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much do Air Force combat controllers make?

Air Force Combat Controllers typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually during initial enlistment, with pay increasing with rank, experience, and additional qualifications. Advanced certifications and deployment experience can lead to higher salaries, and they often receive special duty pay and allowances for their demanding environment.

How to be a combat controller in the Air Force?

To become an Air Force Combat Controller, candidates must meet specific requirements including age, education, and physical fitness standards, and pass the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test. They must complete Basic Military Training (BMT) followed by specialized training at the Combat Control School, which includes intense physical conditioning, airborne operations, and combat skills. Certification and experience in parachuting, scuba, and survival skills are also essential for this role.

Are USAF combat controllers tier 1?

USAF combat controllers are considered special operations forces and are classified as Tier 1 operators, indicating they perform highly specialized, elite missions. They undergo rigorous training, including the Combat Control School and advanced skills in air traffic control, parachuting, and combat tactics. Tier 1 status reflects their role in direct action, reconnaissance, and joint special operations missions.

What do AF combat controllers do?

Air Force Combat Controllers are special operations forces trained to coordinate air and ground missions, often working in hostile environments. They conduct reconnaissance, establish communications, and direct air support using advanced skills and equipment, including parachuting and survival training.
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Infographic showing various Air Force Combat Controller job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.
ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer with Security Clearance

ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer with Security Clearance

SAIC

Algodones, NM • On-site

$67.50/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

SAIC rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 206 rated it services

Job description

Description SAIC is seeking an ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer to support the US Air Force. The ASCCE Model controller/Exercise Gamer shall support worldwide Air Force and Joint/Coalition partners in executing Tier 1 and 2 exercises on request. The Air, Space, and Cyberspace Constructive Environment (ASCCE) is the USAF's authoritative federation of constructive training models and tools realistically representing the tactical and operational capabilities the USAF brings to the joint fight. This is a part-time/on-call position, which will include multiple 2-3 week assignments/exercises (in either Hawaii, Germany or Republic of Korea). Target salary starts at $67.50/HR. The Controller/Gamer shall: * Validate ATO taskings.
* Monitor the operation of the simulation.
* Take the necessary control steps to maintain efficient Air operations.
* Assume roles of various external organizations an AOC can be expected to contact providing realistic operational and technical responses to the AOC training audience.
* Contractor shall control and manage the operation of an ASCCE simulation system during execution of exercises to include Air Warfare Simulation (AWSIM), Combat Systems Interface (CSI), Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS), Air Force Synthetic Environment for Reconnaissance and Surveillance (AFSERS), Logistics Simulation (LOGSIM), Air and Space Collaborative Environment-Information Operations Suite (ACE-IOS) Command and Control Simulation Environment for Training (C2SET) and Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM).
* Manage Exercise Command and Control Systems to facilitate Air Operations throughout the exercise including Theater Battle Management Core System (TBMCS), Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System ( JADOCS), Master Air Attack Plan Tool Kit (MAAPTK), C2Core, Networked Interoperable Real-Time Information Services (NIRIS), Integrated Command & Control (ICC) System, Tactical Data Analysis and Connectivity System (TDACS), Active Directory Service Interfaces (ADSI), Joint Range Extension (JRE), Etc. Qualifications Qualifications * 6 years military experience in AOC operations, information technology, and/or Air, Space, and Cyberspace Constructive Environment (ASCCE) suite systems, and Air Force simulations.
* Bachelor's degree and fourteen (14) years or more experience; or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.
* Must be a US Citizen and currently possess a minimum Secret Clearance.
Desired Qualifications: * Knowledge of Air Tasking Order (ATO) preparation and execution; AOC display systems for Common Operational Picture (COP) and Common Tactical Picture (CTP); and battle damage assessment processes and systems.
* TS/SCI Clearance.
* Knowledge shall include the practical application of Air computer simulation for the support of exercises, the fundamental principles of simulation-driven exercise planning, and experience in the control of a simulation center during an exercise. Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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