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3F3X1 Manpower

Overview

A Manpower specialist quantifies and manages Air Force manpower requirements. The specialist performs management engineering studies and data analytics, manages organization structures and manpower data systems, leads process improvement initiatives, and advises commanders on how to allocate positions and grades.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Minimum ASVAB: G 66

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Skill levels: 3F311 helper · 3F331 apprentice · 3F351 journeyman · 3F371 craftsman

Core Skills

  • management engineering studies
  • manpower requirements determination
  • data analytics and visualization
  • organizational structure analysis
  • process reengineering and continuous process improvement
  • project management
  • advisory and consulting services
  • wartime and contingency manpower planning
  • manpower data systems management
  • statistical analysis

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Atlassian JIRA
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Python

Civilian Career Paths

  • Project Management
  • Human Resources
  • Administration

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Career Growth

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)

What the Work Involves

  • Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.
  • Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
  • Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
  • Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
  • Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.

Related Occupations

  • Project Management Specialists
  • Information Technology Project Managers
  • Data Scientists

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.

Formerly Known As (Legacy)

Retired codes that converted into 3F3X1. 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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