Air Force AFSC · Engineering

2M0X3 Missile and Space Facilities

Overview

A Missile and Space Facilities specialist inspects, maintains, operates, and repairs facilities that support intercontinental ballistic missile systems. The specialist works on systems ranging from launch controls to facility heating and cooling equipment to maintain operational capability.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Minimum ASVAB: E 70

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Skill levels: 2M013 helper · 2M033 apprentice · 2M053 journeyman · 2M073 craftsman

Core Skills

  • facility systems operations and maintenance
  • launch control and support systems monitoring
  • HVAC and environmental control support
  • power distribution and backup systems oversight
  • preventive and corrective maintenance
  • technical order and schematic interpretation
  • alarm and monitoring system management
  • safety and security compliance
  • incident response and escalation
  • root cause analysis and troubleshooting

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Revit

Civilian Career Paths

  • Facilities Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Construction Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Apprentice (APP)
  • Associate Electronics Technician (CETa)
  • CIAC Certified Management Associate (CCMA)
  • CIAC Certified Operations Manager (CCOM)
  • CIAC Certified Strategic Leader (CCSL)

Career Growth

  • Certified Aerospace Technician Core
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO)
  • Certified Manager (CM)
  • Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)

What the Work Involves

  • Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
  • Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Oversee construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations.
  • Plan, administer, and control budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
  • Participate in architectural and engineering planning and design, including space and installation management.

Related Occupations

  • General and Operations Managers
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
  • Construction Managers
  • First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

Defense contractor jobs for 2M0X3

Formerly Known As (Legacy)

Retired codes that converted into 2M0X3. Each legacy page documents the cited history.

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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