AIR NATIONAL GUARD
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) - Up to $75k bonus
- Battle Management Operations (1C5X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Heavy Aircraft Integrated Avionics (2A9X4) - Up to $60k bonus
- Special Missions Aviator (1A1X3) - Up to $75k bonus
- Weather (1W0X1) - Up to $75k bonus
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CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE
- Airborne (ISR) Operator (1A8X2) - Up to $60k bonus
- Cryptologic Analyst & Reporter (1N4X2) - Up to $75k bonus
- Cryptologic Language Analyst (1N3X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Cyber Intelligence (1N4X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Cyber Warfare Operations (1B4X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Signals Intelligence (1N2X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Space Systems Operations (1C6X1) - Up to $60k bonus
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HEALTHCARE
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (4H0X1) - Up to $60k bonus
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LAW AND ORDER
- Safety (1S0X1) - Up to $60k bonus
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LOGISTICS AND ADMINISTRATION
- Air Transportation (2T2X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Fuels (2F0X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Munitions Systems (2W0X1) - Up to $75k bonus
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
- Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics (2A3X5) - Up to $75k bonus
- Aerospace Ground Equipment - Up to $60k bonus
- Aerospace Propulsion (2A6X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Aircraft Fuel Systems (2A6X4) - Up to $60k bonus
- Aircraft Hydraulic Systems (2A6X5) - Up to $60k bonus
- Aircrew Egress Systems (2A6X3) - Up to $60k bonus
- Airlift /Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance (2A5X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Electrical Power Production (3E0X2) - Up to $60k bonus
- Low Observable Aircraft Structural Maintenance - Up to $75k bonus
- Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (2T3X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance (2A3X8) - Up to $60k bonus
- Tactical Aircraft Maintenance (2A3X3) - Up to $60k bonus
- Water and Fuel Systems Maintenance (3E4X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Pavements and Construction Equipment (3E2X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Structural (3E3X1) - Up to $60k bonus
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- Aircraft Armament Systems (2W1X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Avionics Test Station and Components (2A0X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems (1C8X3) - Up to $60k bonus
- Targeting Analyst (1N8X1) - Up to $60k bonus
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SPECIAL WARFARE AND COMBAT SUPPORT
- Combat Control (1Z2X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Explosive Ordnance Disposal (3E8X1) - Up to $60k bonus
- Pararescue (1Z1X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Tactical Air Control Party (1Z3X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Special Reconnaissance (1Z4X1) - Up to $75k bonus
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape (SERE) Specialist (1T0X1) - Up to $60k bonus
Enlistment bonuses vary based on careers. Air National Guard also has state based enlisted incentives. Chat with your local recruiter to find out more.
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UP TO $50K
NON-PRIOR SERVICE
Enlisted members who have never served in the armed forces and join the Air National Guard are eligible for a bonus of up to $50,000 with a six-year contract.
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UP TO $75K
PRIOR SERVICE
Enlisted members who have previously served in the armed forces and join the Air National Guard are eligible for a bonus of up to $75,000 with a six-year contract.
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UP TO $75K
AFFILIATION BONUS
Enlisted members who join from active duty Air Force are eligible for a bonus of up to $75,000 with a six-year contract.
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UP TO $40K
CAREER-SPECIFIC BONUS
Each eligible career has its own unique bonus amount up to $40,000.
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AVIATION AND FLIGHT
- Air Battle Manager (13BX) - Up to $45k bonus
- Bomber Pilot (11BX) - Up to $60k bonus
- Fighter Combat Systems Officer (12FX) - Up to $45k bonus
- Fighter Pilot (11FX) - Up to $60k bonus
- Mobility Pilot (11MX) - Up to $45k bonus
- Special Operations Pilot (11SX) - Up to $60k bonus
- Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Pilot (11UX) - Up to $60k bonus
- Rescue Combat Systems Officer (12HX) - Up to $45k bonus
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CYBER AND INTELLIGENCE
- Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer (17SX) - Up to $45k bonus
- Intelligence Officer (14NX) - Up to $45k bonus
- Warfighter Communications Officer (17DX) - Up to $45k bonus
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HEALTHCARE
- Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist (48AX) - Up to $120k bonus
- Anesthesiologist (45AX) - Up to $120k bonus
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (46YXM) - Up to $90k bonus
- Critical Care Medicine (44YX) - Up to $180k bonus
- Critical Care Nurse (46NXE) - Up to $75k bonus
- Emergency Services Physician (44EX) - Up to $150k bonus
- Family Physician (44FX) - Up to $75k bonus
- Flight Nurse (46FX) - Up to $60k bonus
- General Surgeon (45SX) - Up to $225k bonus
- Gynecologic Surgery & Obstetrics (45GX) - Up to $75k bonus
- Internal Medicine Physician (44MX) - Up to $75k bonus
- Operating Room Nurse (46SX) - Up to $60k bonus
- Orthopedic Surgeon (45BX) - Up to $225k bonus
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LOGISTICS AND ADMINISTRATION
- Contracting Officer (64PX) - Up to $45k bonus
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
- Civil Engineer (32EX) - Up to $45k bonus
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- Space Operations Officer (13SX) - Up to $45k bonus
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SPECIAL WARFARE AND COMBAT SUPPORT
- Combat Rescue Officer (19ZXC) - Up to $60k bonus
- Special Tactics Officer (19ZXA) - Up to $60k bonus
- Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Officer (19ZXB) - Up to $60k bonus
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UP TO $60K
ACCESSION BONUS
Individuals accepting an appointment into ANG and fill identified critical specialties can receive bonuses up to $60,000.
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UP TO $75K
AFFILIATION BONUS
Officers are eligible for a bonus of up to $10,000 with a four-year contract.
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UP TO $225K
CAREER-SPECIFIC BONUS
Each eligible career has its own unique bonus amount up to $225,000.
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.
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