Air Force AFSC · Medical
1H0X1 Aerospace Physiology
Overview
Aerospace Physiology Technicians teach pilots and aircrews how to prevent and handle in flight emergencies through classroom and hands-on instruction. They apply expertise in human factors, analytics, performance, oxygen systems, and high altitude simulators to prepare flyers for extreme conditions and protect their health and safety.
Minimum clearance: Secret
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Skill levels: 1H011 helper · 1H031 apprentice · 1H051 journeyman · 1H071 craftsman
Core Skills
- human performance and physiology training
- operation of simulators and training systems
- data collection and performance analytics
- technical instruction and curriculum delivery
- safety and emergency procedures training
- oxygen and life support systems familiarity
- equipment setup, calibration, and basic maintenance
- risk assessment and hazard mitigation
- briefing and debriefing aircrew
- human factors and ergonomics awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
Civilian Career Paths
- Training and Education
- Public Health
- Administration
- Aviation Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- BLS
- Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP)
Career Growth
- ACLS
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®)
Also Common
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
What the Work Involves
- Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills.
- Plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids.
- Interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of state education boards.
- Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.
- Advise teaching and administrative staff in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures.
Related Occupations
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
- Training and Development Specialists
- Education Teachers, Postsecondary
- Training and Development Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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