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Munitions Systems Craftsman

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Munitions Systems Craftsman

Job #: 26-033
Status: AGR
Location: Volk
Closing Date: 02/22/2026

Wisconsin Air National Guard Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Vacancy Announcement

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 26-033 ANG
OPENING DATE: 22 January 2026
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL: 11:59PM ON 22 February 2026
POSITION TITLE: Munitions Systems Craftsman
AFSC REQUIREMENTS: 2W0X1
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED: 7 Skill Level
MINIMUM GRADE: E6
MAXIMUM GRADE: E7
UNIT/LOCATION: Volk Field, CRTC
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to anyone eligible to join the WI ANG AGR program

APPOINTMENT FACTORS

  1. Initial tours will be 4 years. Follow-on tour lengths may be from 1 to 6 years per ANGI 36-101.
  2. Non AGR Person receiving a federal military retirement or retainer pay are not eligible.
  3. Must meet the physical requirements of DAFMAN 36-2905, prior to being placed on AGR tour.
  4. Members who are not suitable for Career AGR may be considered for an Occasional Tour.
  5. Military grade will not exceed the maximum authorized grade on the unit manning document.
  6. Must meet all AGR requirements of ANGI 36-101 and AFSC requirements of AFECD/AFOCD.
  7. IAW ANGI 36-101, paragraph 5.10, applicants should be able to complete 20 years of active federal service prior to Mandatory Separation Date (MSD). Individuals selected for AGR tours that cannot attain 20 years of active federal Service prior to reaching mandatory separation must complete a Statement of Understanding contained in Attachment 3 of ANGI36-101 and obtain TAG waiver approval prior to starting AGR tour.
  8. IAW ANGI 36-101, paragraph 6.6.1., members should remain in the position to which initially assigned for a minimum of 24 months. TAG may waive this requirement when in the best interest of the unit, State, or Air National Guard.
  9. Hiring of an E-8/9 or O4+ is contingent on controlled grade availability.
  10. IAW ANGI 36-101, paragraph 5.7, an individual must not have been previously separated for cause from active duty or previous Reserve Component AGR tour.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Supply Chain Management: Airmen working in this career field learn to manage munitions materiel and components throughout the supply chain from acquisition to disposal. Airmen will utilize various transportation modes such as air, sea, rail, and ground while managing the shipment of hazardous cargo and components across the global Air Force enterprise. Additionally, they will perform munitions materiel management, logistics, and accounting functions to ensure compliance with Department of Defense Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation (FIAR) objectives. This involves managing inventory processes and controlling auditable source documentation to ensure validity and completeness. Airmen learn how to monitor excess materiel, develop maintenance schedules, and operate inventory management software for materiel accounting, reporting, and configuration tracking. Munitions Airmen will oversee periodic surveillance inspection cycles and coordinate with maintenance activities on reliability status of and corrective actions for components. Production and Project Management: Airmen learn the process and art of targeted munitions assembly and mass production to meet mission requirements. They will learn how to collaborate and prioritize operational requirements to optimize internal and external customer support. As their experience increases, Airmen will develop plans, schedules, dynamic teams, and innovative strategies for more complex operations and objectives. Resource and Program Management: Munitions Systems Airmen learn to procure, manage, operate, and maintain DoD munitions specific testing equipment as well as a wide range of vehicles and handling equipment commonly used in the private sector such as flatbed trucks, 4k-50k forklifts, 25–40-foot tractor trailers, pallet jacks, pneumatic hoists, and aerospace ground equipment. They will develop the skills and techniques required to manage programs, facilities, personnel, and data in accordance with Air Force, Department of Defense, state, federal and international policies. Leadership and Personnel Management: Upon arrival at their first base, Airmen immediately begin learning how to be a crew member during munitions operations. As Airmen gain experience and are awarded the Journeyman skill level they may earn Crew Chief certification, allowing them to lead a small explosive operations team to accomplish the mission, while adhering to explosive safety and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Upon award of the Craftsman skill level, Munitions Systems Airmen are tasked with roles such as Production Supervisor and/or Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) and are responsible for leading several teams within the nine sections of the Flight/Squadron organizational structure. Lastly, as Munitions Systems Airmen continue to refine their leadership skills, they will be awarded the Superintendent skill level. As Superintendents they will have the responsibility to lead multiple NCOIC teams within the Production, Materiel, and System Flights/Sections or assigned as a Senior Enlisted Leader, Major Command Functional Manager, or Career Field Functional Manager. Training and Development: The Munitions Systems career field places significant focus on training and development of Airmen. Technical training programs are held at Sheppard AFB, Texas; Beale AFB, California; Field Training Detachments worldwide; and at individual units. Throughout an Airman’s Munitions Systems career, they may be expected to attend up to five advancement courses to qualify for key positions, skill level upgrade, and college credits towards the Munitions Systems Technology degree from the Community College of the Air Force. They also have opportunities to earn logistics, acquisition, information technology, and project management certifications, as well as serve in key roles as instructors, advisors, evaluators, managers, and leaders at all Air Force organizational levels. Additionally, Munitions units also establish local recurring training and development programs for all skill levels and ranks, ensuring continued growth for Airmen throughout their career.

SPECIALTY QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge. Knowledge of the following is mandatory: composition and characteristics of munitions and associated items, safety, storage, security and environmental requirements and procedures; techniques for munitions inventory and stock control and other materiel management processes and systems; technical guidance and drawings; precision measuring tools and equipment; handling, use, and disposition of hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

Education. For entry into this specialty, completion of high school or General Education Development equivalency is mandatory.

Training. Completion of the Air Force Combat Ammunition Planning and Production course (PDS code 8RM) and 12 months OJT.

Other. The following are mandatory as indicated: For entry into the specialty: Normal color vision as defined in AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards. See attachment 4 for additional entry requirements. Retraining into the 2W0XX career field within the Air Force (Active, Reserves and Air National Guard) is restricted to the grades of E-7 and below with less than 15 years of total federal military service. For entry, award, and retention of these AFSCs: Must not have chronic, untreated emotional instability or other unresolved mental health conditions. Normal depth perception as defined in AFI 48-123. Must possess a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles (GMV) in accordance with AFI 24-301, Vehicle Operations. Never been convicted of domestic violence IAW the Lautenberg amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968 and AFI 31-117, Arming and Use of Force by Air Force Personnel. For award and retention of these AFSCs: Specialty requires routine access to Tier 3 (T3) information, systems, or similar classified environments. For award and retention of AFSCs 2W0XX, completion of a current T3 Investigation at a minimum IAW DoDM 5200.02, AFMAN 16-1405, Air Force Personnel Security Program, is mandatory. Certain positions within this specialty (e.g. Flight Chief, Munitions Accountable Systems Officer, MAJCOM Action Officer) require routine access to Tier 5 (T5) material or similar environment. Completion of a current T5 Investigation in accordance with DoDM 5200.02, AFMAN 16-1405, Air Force Personnel Security Program. NOTE: Award of the entry level without a completed T3 Investigation is authorized provided an interim Secret security clearance has been granted according to DoDM 5200.02, AFMAN 16 -1405. For award and retention of these AFSCs, must maintain local network access IAW AFI 17-130, Cybersecurity Program Management and AFMAN 17-1301, Computer Security.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Interested applicants must submit the following documentation to be considered for interview. Any missing items are encouraged to be documented with an explanation in the cover letter included in the application.

APPLICATIONS WILL INCLUDE (All documents must be personally identifiable and must include date if required)

  • Cover letter with Job Announcement Number and Position Title for which you are applying, current Military Status (AGR, Technician, Traditional, Active Duty), along with contact information (i.e. Phone numbers and an e-mail address).
  • NGB Form 34-1 (Application for AGR Position) dated 20131111 (must be signed and dated). Manually signed copy accepted. Digital signature may fall off when combining PDF files. Double check prior to sending packet.
  • Record Review RIP (NOT point credit summary or Career Data Brief) complete and current. Other Service Components submit appropriate individual personnel information printout. This is used to verify AFSCs, aptitude scores, position status, time in service, time in grade, etc. This can be pulled from vMPF.
  • Current Fitness Report. Current (within 12 months) Fitness report from myFitness in pdf format
  • AF Form 422 Current (within 12 months), Physical Profile Serial Report. Other Service Components submit medical documentation that includes PULHES score. If any PULHES are a “3”, a statement indicating that individual is Worldwide Deployable needs to be submitted.
  • SF 181- (Race and Ethnicity Identification). Form is required for packet. However, completion is voluntary. Please see further instructions on the form.
  • All Other Service Component applicants must have their ASVAB raw scores converted to Air Force ASVAB scores and include them in a letter from either a Recruiter or MEPS Counselor.

NOTE:

  1. Failure to provide all the required documents will result in being disqualified.
  2. Applicants must sign NGB Form 34-1; failure to sign the form will result in being disqualified. Please ensure 34-1 reflects Tour Announcement number and current telephone number.
  3. If selected for the job, member must have a current passing fitness and an AGR qualified AF Form 422 Signed by the State Air Surgeon prior to being placed on AGR tour.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants who meet the eligibility criteria may apply by emailing all required documents, as one (1) pdf to MSgt LaChance at michelle.lachance@us.af.mil and SMSgt Kasten at melanie.kasten@us.af.mil. Portfolio formats are accepted. The file and email subject line should read as: LastName, FirstName_#_JobTitle (i.e. Doe, John_22-001_Personnel) An email will be sent to confirm receipt of application. Feel free to call Comm (608) 242-3761 or (608) 242-3138 to verify receipt of your application. Applications will not be reviewed before the closing date.

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