AIR FORCE RESERVE
AIR FORCE RESERVE BONUSES
Qualified future Airmen can receive sign-on bonuses upon entering the Air Force Reserve. Opportunities to earn a bonus depend on career, timing of commitment and whether you’ve served in the military previously.
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AVIATION AND FLIGHT
- Airborne Mission Systems Specialist (1A3X1)
- All-Domain Command and Control Operations (1C3X1)
- Battle Management Operations (1C5X1)
- Bomber/Special Integrated/Communication/Navigation/Mission Systems (2A9X1)
- Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics (2A3X4)
- Executive Mission Aviator (1A1X3)
- Mobility Force Aviator (1A1X2)
- MHU-139 Electrical, Environmental and Avionics Tecnnician (2A2X1)
- Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator (1U0X1)
- Special Missions Aviator (1A1X3)
- Weather (1W0X1)
- Aerospace Propulsion (2A6X1)
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CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE
- Airborne Cryptologic Language Analyst (1A8X1)
- Airborne (ISR) Operator (1A8X2)
- Cryptologic Analyst & Reporter (1N4X2)
- Cryptologic Language Analyst (1N3X1)
- Cyber Warfare Operations (1B4X1)
- Signals Intelligence (1N2X1)
- Space Systems Operations (1C6X1)
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HEALTHCARE
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LAW AND ORDER
- Bioenvironmental Engineering (4B0X1)
- Paralegal (5J0X1)
- Fire Protection (3E7X1)
- Security Forces (3P0X1)
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LOGISTICS AND ADMINISTRATION
- Aircrew Flight Equipment (1P0X1)
- Contracting (6C0X1)
- Financial Management and Comptroller (6F0X1)
- Fuels (2F0X1)
- Ground Transportation (2T1X1)
- Maintenance Management (2R0X1)
- Public Affairs (3N0X6)
- Logistics Plans (2G0X1)
- Material Management (2S0X1)
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
- Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems (2A6X6)
- Airlift/Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance
- Helicopter/Tiltrotor Aircraft Maintenance
- Low Observable Aircraft Structural Maintenance (2A735)
- Nondestructive Inspection (2A7X2)
- Tactical Aircraft Maintenance (2A3X3)
- Pavements and Construction Equipment (3E2X1)
- Refuel/Bomber Aircraft Maintenance
- Aerospace Ground Equipment (2A6X2)
- Aircrew Egress Systems (2A6X3)
- Aircraft Fuel Systems (2A6X4)
- Aircraft Hydraulic Systems (2A6X5)
- Aircraft Structural Maintenance (2A7X3)
- Heavy Aircraft Integrated Avionics (2A9X4)
- Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (2T3X1)
- Munitions Systems (2W0X1)
- Structural (3E3X1)
- Water and Fuel System Maintenance (3E4X1)
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- Avionics Test Station and Components (2A0X1)
- Targeting Analyst (1N8X1)
- Electrical Systems (3E0X1)
- Electrical Power Production (3E0X2)
- Biomedical Equipment (4A2X1)
- Bioenvironmental Engineering (4B0X1)
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SPECIAL WARFARE AND COMBAT SUPPORT
- Pararescue (1Z1X1)
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape (SERE) Specialist (1T0X1)
- Explosive Ordinance Disposal (3E8X1)
Enlistment bonuses vary based on career and specialty. Chat with your local recruiter to find out more.
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NON-PRIOR SERVICE
Enlisted members who have never served in the armed forces and join the Air Force Reserve are eligible for a bonus.
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PRIOR SERVICE
Enlisted members who have previously served in the armed forces and join the Air Force Reserve are eligible for a bonus.
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AFFILIATION BONUS
Enlisted members who join from active duty Air Force are eligible for a bonus,
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AVIATION AND FLIGHT
- Fighter Combat Systems Officer (12FX)
- Fighter Pilot (11FX)
- Mobility Pilot (11MX)
- Rescue Combat Systems Officer (12HX)
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COMBAT AND WARFARE
- Combat Rescue Officer (19ZXC)
- Special Tactics Officer (19ZXA)
- Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Officer (19ZXB)
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CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE
- Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer (17SX)
- Cyberspace Warfare Operations (17CX)
- Warfighter Communications Officer (17DX)
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LOGISTICS AND ADMINISTRATION
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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ACCESSION BONUS
Individuals accepting an appointment into the Reserve and fill identified critical specialties can receive bonuses.
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AFFILIATION BONUS
Officers are eligible for a bonus with a three-year contract.
FAQ
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Yes, depending on eligibility, you can combine multiple bonuses up to a set amount.
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Yes, officers and enlisted members have different bonus opportunities to explore depending on length of contract, job type and skill level.
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Bonus payments are made after you complete your Air Force training and 30 days after arriving at your first duty station.
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Your bonus payment will be paid in one lump-sum after you successfully complete your training and 30 days after arriving at your first duty station. It may be paid in installments throughout your enlistment contract depending on the career you’re pursuing.
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Military bonuses are subject to taxation at the time of payment. The tax rate will vary.
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Yes, if you’ve served in the armed forces before you may be eligible for a bonus.
Make the Move and Secure Your Future
If you have questions or are ready to take the next step toward your future, feel free to chat now or find a recruiter near you.
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