Description
There are few things that can change the course of battle like a properly executed air strike. As members of Air Force Special Warfare, Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) imbeds with Army and Marine units on the frontline with the incredible responsibility of calling in an air strike on the right target at just the right time. These highly trained experts go through intense physical, mental and technical training in order to withstand the demanding conditions of battle and provide their team with the firepower they need for continued success on the battlefield.
Core Skills
- tactical radio communications
- secure voice and data procedures
- close air support coordination
- targeting and fires integration
- GPS and digital mapping
- field networking and line-of-sight planning
- COMSEC handling and key management
- situational awareness under stress
- joint and coalition operations coordination
- mission planning and debriefing
- technical report writing
- risk assessment and mitigation
- small unit leadership
- cross-functional team collaboration
Common Certifications
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications (ICS 100/200/700/800)
- Executive Protection Certification
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) or EMT
- State POST Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
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Data sourced from official Air Force publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.