AIR NATIONAL GUARD BONUSES
Qualified future Airmen can receive sign-on bonuses upon entering the Air National Guard (ANG). Opportunities to earn a bonus in ANG 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)
- Battle Management Operations (1C5X1)
- Heavy Aircraft Integrated Avionics (2A9X4)
- Special Missions Aviator (1A1X3)
- Weather (1W0X1)
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CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE
- Airborne (ISR) Operator (1A8X2)
- Cryptologic Analyst & Reporter (1N4X2)
- Cryptologic Language Analyst (1N3X1)
- Cyber Intelligence (1N4X1)
- Cyber Warfare Operations (1B4X1)
- Signals Intelligence (1N2X1)
- Space Systems Operations (1C6X1)
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HEALTHCARE
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LAW AND ORDER
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LOGISTICS AND ADMINISTRATION
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
- Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics (2A3X5)
- Aerospace Ground Equipment
- Aerospace Propulsion (2A6X1)
- Aircraft Fuel Systems (2A6X4)
- Aircraft Hydraulic Systems (2A6X5)
- Aircrew Egress Systems (2A6X3)
- Airlift /Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance (2A5X1)
- Electrical Power Production (3E0X2)
- Low Observable Aircraft Structural Maintenance
- Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (2T3X1)
- Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance (2A3X8)
- Tactical Aircraft Maintenance (2A3X3)
- Water and Fuel Systems Maintenance (3E4X1)
- Pavements and Construction Equipment (3E2X1)
- Structural (3E3X1)
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- Aircraft Armament Systems (2W1X1)
- Avionics Test Station and Components (2A0X1)
- Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems (1C8X3)
- Targeting Analyst (1N8X1)
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SPECIAL WARFARE AND COMBAT SUPPORT
- Combat Control (1Z2X1)
- Explosive Ordnance Disposal (3E8X1)
- Pararescue (1Z1X1)
- Tactical Air Control Party (1Z3X1)
- Special Reconnaissance (1Z4X1)
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape (SERE) Specialist (1T0X1)
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NON-PRIOR SERVICE
Enlisted members who have never served in the armed forces and join the Air National Guard are eligible.
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PRIOR SERVICE
Enlisted members who have previously served in the armed forces and join the Air National Guard are eligible.
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AFFILIATION BONUS
Enlisted members who join from active duty Air Force are eligible.
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CAREER-SPECIFIC BONUS
Each eligible career has its own unique bonus amount.
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AVIATION AND FLIGHT
- Air Battle Manager (13BX)
- Bomber Pilot (11BX)
- Fighter Combat Systems Officer (12FX)
- Fighter Pilot (11FX)
- Mobility Pilot (11MX)
- Special Operations Pilot (11SX)
- Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Pilot (11UX)
- Rescue Combat Systems Officer (12HX)
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CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE
- Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer (17SX)
- Intelligence Officer (14NX)
- Warfighter Communications Officer (17DX)
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HEALTHCARE
- Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist (48AX)
- Anesthesiologist (45AX)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (46YXM)
- Critical Care Medicine (44YX)
- Critical Care Nurse (46NXE)
- Emergency Services Physician (44EX)
- Family Physician (44FX)
- Flight Nurse (46FX)
- General Surgeon (45SX)
- Gynecologic Surgery & Obstetrics (45GX)
- Internal Medicine Physician (44MX)
- Operating Room Nurse (46SX)
- Orthopedic Surgeon (45BX)
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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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SPECIAL WARFARE AND COMBAT SUPPORT
- Combat Rescue Officer (19ZXC)
- Special Tactics Officer (19ZXA)
- Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Officer (19ZXB)
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ACCESSION BONUS
Individuals accepting an appointment into ANG and fill identified critical specialties can receive bonuses.
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AFFILIATION BONUS
Officers are eligible for a bonus with a four-year contract.
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CAREER-SPECIFIC BONUS
Each eligible career has its own unique bonus amount.
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 opportunities can vary by state and base depending on need. Please refer to the individual state pages to learn more about unique opportunities.
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Yes, bonus amounts can vary depending on the level of training you’ve acquired and the type of career you’re pursuing. Careers will have different bonuses depending on
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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.