How will the Space Force impact me

How Will The Space Force Impact Me

David Norquist, Deputy Secretary of Defense, and Barbara Barrett, Secretary of the Air Force, toured the National Space Defense Center and the 1st Space Operations Squadron at Schriever AFB, Nov. 1, 2019. They conducted a table-top exercise which highlighted the fact that space has become a warfighting domain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Schriever AFB Public Affairs/Released)

PERSONNEL

Q: Are Air Force Space Command personnel now in the U.S. Space Force?

A: The personnel who belonged to AFSPC are now assigned to the USSF, but currently remain Airmen with the U.S. Air Force. Airmen in select space-related jobs will be transferred into the USSF (becoming members of the USSF) in deliberate manner over the next 18 months, while other Airmen will remain assigned to the USSF in a supporting role.

Q: Can people from other services (Army/Navy) volunteer for the Space Force in the May window? Does that change the 2022 transfer timeline for the Army/Navy people, or is it a situation where they would volunteer now but not come in for two years? How exactly does an Army/Navy person volunteer?

A: The May 1 - 31 window is for U.S. Air Force members in organic space career fields and common career fields to apply for transfer to the U.S. Space Force. The timeframe for Army/Navy space requirements to move to the Space Force remains in FY22/23. Although legal provisions exist for other services to transfer to the Space Force, the current focus is on transferring the over 6,000 Airmen from the Air Force to the Space Force by mid FY21. We understand there is excitement for Space Force across all services right now. Space Force will release further details for a limited inter-service transfer program for other sister services for FY21.

Q: What Air Force career fields will be transferred to the Space Force?

A: Department of the Air Force members fall into three broad groups, based on their Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC): Organic to the U.S. Space Force; organic to the U.S. Air Force; shared between U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.

Organic to USSF are those assigned to space operations and space systems operations. Over time, after we work through the transfer process, positions requiring this expertise will be filled by the USSF, and personnel with this expertise will be organized, trained and equipped by the USSF.

Shared between USSF and USAF will be intelligence, cyber, acquisitions, and engineers. There will be positions and people with these sets of expertise in both USAF and USSF. USSF and USAF will build capability to organize, train and equip individuals with this expertise and will be required to provide Combatant Commanders with this capability.

Organic to USAF are the remaining specialties. The Air Force will retain responsibility to organize, train and equip these Airmen and provide this expertise and capability to Combatant Commanders.

Members are part of the 6th branch of the Armed Forces (the U.S. Space Force) once they have been transferred either through a new appointment for officers or by being enlisted into the U.S. Space Force. The Department of the Air Force will go through a deliberate process and will provide information to individuals to help guide their decision to transfer into the U.S. Space Force.

Q: Will Airmen in those career fields automatically transfer into the Space Force?

A: The Department of the Air Force follows applicable laws and policies to transfer members into the U.S. Space Force. This includes offering individuals an opportunity to volunteer and be selected for transfer into the U.S. Space Force. Until transferred, Air Force personnel are continuing to execute the space mission as Airmen assigned to those designated units that move to the U.S. Space Force. All members will receive information on the next steps of the transfer strategy.

Q: What is the impact to Air Force civilians?

A: Air Force civilians in units that move to the U.S. Space Force remain Department of the Air Force employees. All provisions of law and polices affecting civilians will remain the same. There is no change to pay, benefits, or retirement.

Q: What’s the difference between being ‘assigned’ to the Space Force versus being ‘transferred’? Is there really a difference?

A: Yes, there is a difference. An “assigned” individual is a person who performs work in support of a specific mission, in this case the U.S. Space Force. A “transferred” individual in this situation is someone who has changed their enlistment or appointment as an officer from one particular branch of the Armed Forces to another.

This will be similar to how we approach manning for Combatant Commands and Joint Organizations where members are “assigned” to the organization on expertise to support the mission. These individuals receive day-to-day direction from the Combatant Command or Joint Organization, but their administrative control (e.g., their authority to be promoted or disciplined) falls within the Service in which they enlisted or were appointed as an officer.

In the long term, U.S. Space Force organizations will need to be manned with individuals from the 6th Armed Forces branch (the U.S. Space Force), since it will have organic capability in space operations, intelligence, acquisition and other operational support specialties. It will also need significant support from the U.S. Air Force for things like base operating support, logistics, medical, dental and legal.

Q: Will service member pay be impacted?

A: No, there is no change to pay and allowances or benefits for service members who transfer to the U.S. Space Force. Service members who transfer without a break in service will retain their benefits, including retirement plan and thrift savings benefits.

Q: Will service members transferring into the Space Force retain their existing rank/grade?

A: Yes – all members transferring into the U.S. Space Force retain their existing grade.

Q: Will service members assigned to Space Force have the ability to opt out if they prefer to stay in the U.S. Air Force (or other branch of the military)?

A: In the near term, service members who prefer to stay in the Air Force, even if they have an Air Force Specialty Code that will be organic to the Space Force, will be retained. Over time, members whose specialty is organic to the Space Force either need to transfer to the Space Force, retrain into a specialty in the Air Force, or separate/retire. Individuals who are in shared AFSCs will be able to stay in the Air Force, but they may be assigned to support Space Force missions and organizations.

Q: How will promotion opportunities and advancement be impacted for those who move to the Space Force?

A: Personnel are transferred in the same status (grade, duty, and pay status) that they had prior to transfer. There will be no penalty for transferring to the Space Force, and it will not affect time-in-grade or retirement eligibility.

Q: Will the Space Force have a service academy?

A: There are no plans at this time for a U.S. Space Force specific service academy. We expect to commission officers from existing service academies, Reserve Officer Training Corps programs, and Officer Candidate Schools into the U.S. Space Force. It’s important to note that the Air Force Academy and other commissioning services are already commissioning space-minded officers.

Q: What grades will the Space Force have?

A: At this time, the Space Force has the same grade structure as the other military services (i.e., E-1 - E-9, O-1 - O-10 and incoming members will retain their current specific rank (e.g., Staff Sergeant, Major, etc.). No decisions have been made at this time on whether there will be any future changes.

Q: How can I join the Space Force?

A: Throughout the next year, the Department of the Air Force will determine career and accession paths for military and civilian personnel assigned or wanting to be assigned to U.S. Space Force. While the exact process of joining the U.S. Space Force is still being developed, anyone interested in joining the U.S. Space Force should look at current Air Force space-focused career fields such as Space Operations or Space Systems Maintenance.

ORGANIZATIONAL & CULTURE

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Q: What happened to Air Force Space Command?

A: The organization, Air Force Space Command, was redesignated as the U.S. Space Force.

Q: What is the difference between the U.S. Space Force and U.S. Space Command?

A: The Space Force is the newest branch of the Armed Forces – like the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines – that is responsible for organizing, training, and equipping forces for the space domain. U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) is the newest of eleven different Combatant Commands responsible for planning and conducting all military operations in a specific geographic or functional area or domain – in this case, the space domain.

Q: Will there be a Space Guard and Space Reserve?

A: Only Congress can establish a Space Guard and Space Reserve as new reserve components of the armed forces. Until such establishment, existing Guard and Reserve remain critical to the space mission performed by the U.S. military today. Air Guard and Reserve units will be aligned to the U.S. Space Force as directed by the Secretary of the Air Force. The Department of the Air Force will provide to the Congressional defense committees a total force management plan in support of the U.S. Space Force no later than 90 days after the establishment of the USSF.

Q: When will the Space Force gets its own uniform? What will the uniform look like?

A: The OCPs are the utility uniform of the Army and Air Force and as such, it is the utility uniform of space operators in both services. OCPs are the utility uniform of the U.S. Space Force although like the other services, we will have a distinctive thread color. Currently, there is not a separate service dress uniform, rank structure or official name for members serving in the Space Force. Due to the importance of these symbols of service identify and culture, we are following a deliberate design process to ensure we accurately represent the excellence and heritage of the men and women of the U.S. Space Force.

Q: What will the official Space Force seal and logos look like?

A: The U.S. Space Force official seal was unveiled on Jan. 24, 2020. The U.S. Space Force logo is being developed, and we look forward to unveiling it in the near future.

Road Show FAQs

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Q: Are 13S and 1C6 personnel who meet the eligibility criteria and volunteer to re-commission or re-enlist guaranteed to be accepted into the Space Force?

A: Personnel in the 13S and 1C6 career fields will transfer into the Space Force if they volunteer and meet the eligibility criteria mentioned in this presentation.

Q: Do we have to transfer in our current AFSC, or can we retrain into other career fields when we transfer to the Space Force?

A: Initial transfers will only be for the Space Organic and Common AFSCs with no retraining options. For example, if you are a 13S or a 3D1, you will transfer into the Space Force as a 13S or 3D1.

Q: How will promotions work for people who were selected for promotion but haven’t pinned on yet?

A: Individuals who transfer to the Space Force will take their line numbers with them.

Q: I just PCS’d to my unit but want to transfer to the Space Force. If I do, will I get an assignment right away?

A: Transferring to the Space Force does not mean that you will automatically get a new assignment. Assignments will be worked on a case-by-case basis after an individual transfers. Considerations will include time remaining on current assignment, needs of the individual and needs of the Space Force.

Q: If I am in the Space Operations career field and I choose not to volunteer to transfer, what happens?

A: All 13S and 1C6 requirements will transfer to the Space Force. Those who do not transfer may apply for retraining or cross-flow opportunities through existing programs, or apply for separation or retirement if eligible. The transition period for organic space specialties is 2 years, which means those choosing none of the aforementioned options can serve as Airmen in space missions for up to 2 years until these career fields are deleted from the Air Force inventory.

Q: Is AFSC eligibility determined by Primary AFSC, Control AFSC, or Duty AFSC?

A: For officers, Core ID will be used. For enlisted, the Control AFSC will be used. For enlisted, personnel in DSD-like assignments , we will identify eligibility based on the Control AFSC help prior to the DSD assignment.

Q: Is there a cap on the number of personnel who will be allowed to transfer to the Space Force?

A: There will be no cap on the number of personnel in the Space Operations career fields allowed to transfer to the Space Force. For personnel in the common AFSCs, however, there will likely be a need to limit the number of people who transfer in order to ensure both the Air Force and the Space Force have the number of personnel to meet mission needs and career sustainment. The requirements for common AFSCs are still being determined.

Q: What does the future of Guard, Reserve and IMAs look like in the Space Force?

Q: Will there be more information provided to individuals in the common AFSCs to help them make an informed choice on whether to apply for transfer?

A: Yes, the Space Force S1 is working with Air Force and Space Force Functional Leaders to provide tailored information in the near future.

Q: Will there be more than one opportunity to volunteer to transfer to the Space Force?

A: At this time, there are 2 designated transfer opportunities in 2020 – one for Organic Space and one for Common AFSCs.

TRANSFERRING TO THE SPACE FORCE

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Q: During the transfer process, when will the Active Duty Service Commitment begin?

A: The required 2-year ADSC for transfer to a new service starts upon your first day of entering into the Space Force. For example, the date an enlisted member signs his / her enlistment contract and is sworn into the Space Force is the date their ADSC begins.

Q: For the Common AFSCs that may transfer to the Space Force, will that be a permanent move?

A: Yes, the Air Force and Space Force will each maintain what we term Common AFSCs. Therefore, once personnel are transferred into the Space Force, they would have to apply through the inter-service transfer process to change back.

Q: For the members in the Common AFSCs who do not elect to transfer but have special skill sets the Space Force needs, are they going to be targeted and recruited for the Space Force?

A: They will remain in the Air Force, but there may be opportunities to support Space Force as assigned Air Force assets.

Q: For the members serving in special duties or in an AFSC outside their core AFSC, will the May opt-in email be targeted by current AFSC or core AFSC?

A: For officers, the CORE ID will be used. For enlisted, the CAFSC will be used. Also for enlisted, since DSD-like assignments (8 and 9 series AFSCs) create a new CAFSC, those who's AFSC prior to the DSD assignment was one of the eligible AFSCs to transfer are also eligible to apply.

Q: For those of us that have less than 2 years left in service and don’t want to join the Space Force or cross train, what happens? Will we be removed from service or given the option of carry out the rest of our enlistment in the Air Force?

A: Those who do not transfer may apply for retraining or cross-flow opportunities through existing programs, or apply for separation or retirement if eligible. The transition period for organic space specialties is 2 years, which means those choosing none of the aforementioned options can serve as Airmen in space missions for up to 2 years until these career fields are deleted from the Air Force inventory.

Q: How long after the transfer board will we receive notification?

A: Transfer boards only apply to the Common AFSCs. Board results will go to Senior Raters and Commanders approximately two months after the last board is completed.

Q: How many opportunities will 1C6s be given to apply to transfer before they are forced to separate or retire?

A: One. All 13S and 1C6 requirements will transfer to the Space Force. Those who do not transfer may apply for retraining or cross-flow opportunities through existing programs, or apply for separation or retirement if eligible. The transition period for organic space specialties is 2 years, which means those choosing none of the aforementioned options can serve as Airmen in space missions for up to 2 years until these career fields are deleted from the Air Force inventory.

Q: How will promotions work as far as personnel who have tested and made rank, but that promotion hasn't been announced yet? In other words, if you come into the Space Force as an E-5, but you find out you would have had a line number for E-6 had you stayed in the Air Force, will that promotion be honored?

A: If someone elects to transfer to the Space Force, the line number will transfer into the new Service. Transfer will not occur until the promotion results are properly approved.

Q: How will transfer affect benefits, like the GI Bill, that also incur Active Duty Service Commitments?

A: GI Bill benefits will not be impacted by transfer. By law all enlisted who transfer into another Service are required to serve 2 years in that new Service. Enlistment contracts can be from 2 - 8 years. For officers, we are requiring the same minimum service commitment of 2 years to be equitable between the ranks. Current service commitments would be serviced concurrently.

Q: How will transitioning affect line numbers for promotion?

A: Transferring personnel will carry their line numbers into the Space Force.

Q: I am an officer who was passed over for promotion but selectively continued. I have an involuntary DOS. Can I apply to come into the Space Force and reset my selective continuation time? For those who were selectively continued but will not have enough TIS to reach retirement, would the Space Force be willing to take them for transfer and allow them a chance to get to 20 years?

A: Officers selectively continued, are continued to Retirement. Those in continued status will be allowed to transfer as long as they have at least 2 years remaining before retirement. If you have less than two years remaining in continued status, than you will not be allowed to transfer.

Q: I am scheduled to go to NCOA soon; does this mean I should not apply to transfer because it will take away my NCOA slot?

A: No, continue to transfer, if you volunteer; the transfer process will not interfere with any developmental or promotion opportunities.

Q: If a member has multiple AFSCs, such as a 61X Airman with a 13S designator, will they be transferred to the Space Force?

A: At this time, only those with a CORE ID of 13S will transfer. Space Force will develop its own Inter-Service Transfer programs some time in the future.

Q: If a member is selected to transfer to the Space Force and they are under the legacy High-3 Retirement System, will they be forced to go to the Blended Retirement System upon transfer?

A: No.

Q: If an Airman doesn’t have an AFSC that qualifies for a transfer to the Space Force, is there still a way to join the Space Force? Will support personnel eventually be part of the Space Force?

A: At this time, there is no program for non-USSF career fields to crossflow or retrain into the Space Force. Space Force will develop its own programs some time in the future.

Q: If I have an Active Duty Service Commitment when I transfer, will it be reset? How does transitioning into the Space Force affect current service commitment for officers and enlisted?

A: By law all enlisted who transfer into another Service are required to serve 2 years in that new Service. Enlistment contracts can be from 2 - 8 years. For officers, we are requiring the same minimum service commitment of 2 years to be equitable between the ranks. Current service commitments would be serviced concurrently.

Q: If I transfer into the Space Force as an enlisted member and eventually get selected for Officer Training School, will I only be limited to commissioning into Space Force career fields or will I have a chance to apply to commission back into the Air Force?

A: Initially, Space Force personnel selected for Officer Training School are expected to fulfill Space Force officer requirements. However, you could eventually apply through the inter-service transfer process that exists today.

Q: If I transfer into the Space Force but am subsequently picked through the Air Force Command Screening Board process for command, will I be allowed to opt out of command or will I be expected to fulfill the command match?

A: The Chief of Space Operations is moving quickly toward establishing an independent command screening and matching process for Space Force units. For FY20, those in Common AFSCs who selected to command will be expected to fulfill their command tour. Those in organic Space Force AFSCs may be released to command units on a case-by-case situation.

Q: If I were to transfer to the Space Force, will this be a new commitment to service or will I finish my time that was left from the Air Force?

Q: If someone in a Common AFSC applies for the Space Force and changes their mind before they enlist; will they have an opportunity to withdraw their application?

A: Yes, there will be a timeline provided for individuals to decline to transfer.

Q: If we choose to switch from the Air Force to Space Force, will there be a minimum amount of retainability required? If so, will senior Space Force members be able to retire at 20 years or will they have wait until their retainability is served?

A: By law all enlisted who transfer into another Service are required to serve 2 years in that new Service. Enlistment contracts can be from 2 - 8 years. For officers, we are requiring the same minimum service commitment of 2 years to be equitable between the ranks. Exceptions to policy to retire prior to completing this commitment will follow policies and procedures established by the Space Force.

Q: If we elect to transfer to the Space Force as a Common AFSC and get selected, will there be future opportunities to go work for the Air Force for a job/assignment?

A: Space Force will determine assignments to the Air Force in the future.

Q: If you only have a couple months left and are looking at separating will you stay assigned to the Space Force or be moved?

A: If you have an established DOS, you will serve in your current capacity until separated.

Q: If you're not an initial volunteer, how long will there be an opportunity to transition to the Space Force? Will there be multiple windows to apply to join?

A: The window for Organic Space and Common AFSCs to volunteer to transfer is between May 1 - 31, 2020. The Space Force will develop its own Inter-Service Transfer programs some time in the future.

Q: I'm a 13S but I'm interested in, and have an opportunity to apply for UFT. Does this mean that I no longer have the opportunity to do UFT, potentially?

A: If you are in an organic space career field, your best opportunity to continue to serve in the military is to transfer to the Space Force. You can apply to crossflow into another Air Force career field like pilot; however, there is not guarantee you will be selected.

Q: I'm interested in transferring to the Space Force. Does this mean I'll get an assignment right away?

A: A transfer does not equate to a PCS. Assignments post-transfer will be worked on a case by case basis.

Q: Is the Space Force looking for civilian contracting officers?

A: DAF civilians will continue to be assigned to support Space Force missions. Please see USAJOBS for contracting opportunities.

Q: Is there a cap of personnel that will be allowed to transfer to the Space Force?

A: For Space Force organic AFSCs, there will be no arbitrary limit to the number of personnel allowed to transfer to the Space Force. We anticipate that most, if not all, who are eligible to transfer will apply to do so. For Common AFSCs there will likely be a need to limit the number of people who transfer in order to ensure both the Air Force and the Space Force have the number of personnel in the common AFSCs for mission needs and career sustainment. The requirements are still being determined.

Q: Slide 4 of the Road Show brief states that SPD-4 charged us with creating appropriate career tracks for…space personnel across all relevant specialties including operations, intelligence, engineering, science, acquisition, and cyber. Why aren't physicists allowed to transfer?

A: Department of the Air Force leadership made a determination as to which specialties would initially transfer to the Space Force. Once those transfers are complete, the Space Force will assess its requirements and work with the Air Force to open transfer opportunities to other career fields as needed. The Air Force continues to provide critical capabilities that do not transfer to the Space Force.

Q: What are the personnel transition priorities? I.e., who transitions first and so on? When will overseas personnel transition? Also, will existing 13S/1C6 billets in other Air Force MAJCOMs remain with Space Force personnel assigned to support the Air Force?

A: All 13S and 1C6 will be transferring to the Space Force beginning Sept. 1, 2020. They will be followed by the Common AFSCs beginning Feb. 1, 2021. Location does not determine priority of transfer.

Q: What criteria is being developed for the board process for determining who, from the Common AFSCs, will transfer to the Space Force? Who is on the board?

A: The board process details are still in development and will be released prior to the Common AFSC volunteer period. Board membership will consist of Space and Air Force leaders with representation from both common and organic career areas. For enlisted boards, there will be representation from a Colonel and two CMSgts.

Q: What happens to 13S/1C6s that do not volunteer to join the Space Force? Will they get a retraining option or required to go back to their prior AFSC? Also will those who retrain receive higher priority over other AFSC retrained?

A: The organic space missions are fully transferring to the Space Force, and there will be limited opportunities for organic space personnel who do not transfer. Those who do not transfer may apply for retraining or cross-flow opportunities through existing programs, or apply for separation or retirement if eligible. The transition period for organic space specialties is 2 years, which means those choosing none of the aforementioned options can serve as Airmen in space missions for up to 2 years until these career fields are deleted from the Air Force inventory.

Q: What happens to non-space AFSCs that do not opt in after May 31, 2020?

A: They remain in the Air Force.

Q: What if enlisted members are approaching high year tenure that is less than 2 years away, will they be unable to re-enlist into the Space Force?

A: If an individual is eligible and volunteers to transfer, then HYT waivers will be considered to enable the member to complete the required 2 year service commitment.

Q: What is the plan for reappointing/re-enlisting Air Force members to the Space Force?

A: This decision is up to leadership; however, ceremonies for this momentous occasion are encouraged.

Q: What will be the process for the core Space Career Fields currently serving in special duty assignments?

A: Yes, they will still be eligible to apply. For officers, the CORE ID will be used. For enlisted, the CAFSC will be used. Also for enlisted, since DSD-like assignments (8 and 9 series AFSCs) create a new CAFSC, those who's AFSC prior to the DSD assignment was one of the eligible AFSCs to transfer are also eligible to apply.

Q: What will the process be for space operators and other Space Force specialties applying for commission to Air Force specialties such as rated, medical, etc.?

A: Standard Air Force policies and procedures remain in effect.

Q: When transferring, will a member be able to cross-train into a new job series and will this significantly impact their transfer, favorably or unfavorably?

A: Initially transfers will only be for the Space Organic and Common AFSCs with no retraining options. For example, if you are a 13S or a 3D1, you will transfer into the Space Force as a 13S or 3D1.

Q: When will space personnel be actually part of the Space Force and not just assigned to it?

A: Individuals who transfer into the Space Force will separate from the Air Force on one day, and will enlist or be appointed into the Space Force on the next day.

Q: Which AFSCs are going to have the opportunity to be pulled into Space Force?

A: Organic Space (13S and 1C6) and Common AFSCs (14N, 17X, 62E, 63A, 1N0, 1N1, 1N2, 1N4, 1N8, 3D0 and 3D1).

Q: Which enlisted career fields will have the opportunity to switch over?

A: Organic Space (1C6) and Common AFSCs (1N0, 1N1, 1N2, 1N4, 1N8, 3D0 and 3D1). Air Force policies and procedures remain in effect for Space Force at this time.

Q: Why did 61Ds get left out when the rest of the Acquisition Corp (62Es/63As) get added to the Space Force, given the emphasis on innovative Science & Technology?

Q: Will 1C6/13S personnel in joint billets be transferred to the Space Force on the same timelines as those in standard Space Force billets?

A: Transfer to the Space Force is not dependent on location of assignment. In the case of a joint billet, the member would transfer to the Space Force and be allowed to complete the assignment to receive joint credit.

Q: Will a current Active Duty Service Commitment limit eligibility to apply to the Space Force?

A: If you wish to join the Space Force, apply. Any Air Force ADSC will be concurrent with service in the Space Force.

Q: Will a failed fitness test prevent someone from transferring to the Space Force?

A: No, a failed fitness test or derogatory information will not make someone ineligible for transfer. However, if a Common AFSC, this will be part of what the board reviews.

Q: Will an impending PCS to AFIT or a similar opportunity eliminate the chance to opt in to the Space Force? Or would this be follow-on dependent?

A: Assignments will not prohibit a transfer.

Q: Will current Time on Station requirements for PCS still apply for those who transition to the Space Force or will the Space Force take a different approach to expected timing between a PCS?

A: Initally all Air Force policies will apply to Space Force; however, expect the Space Force to determine its approach to timing between PCS soon.

Q: Will members who transfer be required to attend TAPS? Can we get an exception from Congress?

A: No, TAPS will not be required in the case.

Q: Will Organic Air Force career fields be allowed to cross-train into Space Career Fields as part of the transfer process into the Space Force?

A: Organic Air Force AFSCs (64P, 6C0, 31P, 3P0, 1B4, 65W, 65F, 6F0, 61A, 61D, 2M0, 38F, and 3FX) have opportunities to be assigned to Space Force units, but as of now will not have the option to transfer services. After organic space and common AFSCs transfer, the Space Force will evaluate mission requirements and develop an inter-service transfer program for anyone to apply for transfer.

Q: Will Senior Leaders have to apply for the Space Force or will the Space Force ask existing Senior Leaders if they would like to cross over before opening up to Airmen outside the Space Force?

A: If Senior Leaders are Colonels and Chiefs, then they are included in all published transfer policy. General Officers are being worked by OCSO leadership.

Q: Will there be a clear and concise list of the nuts and bolts of transition info for those shared career fields so that they can have all the information they need to make an informed choice?

A: Yes, we are working with Space Force and the Functional Communities to establish detailed information.

Q: Will there be an additional service commitment associated with transferring over to the Space Force?

Q: Will there be an opportunity for 13S/1C6 to request a transfer after the May 2020 window?

A: At this time, there is only the May 2020 window. All 13S and 1C6 requirements will transfer to the Space Force. Those who do not transfer may apply for retraining or cross-flow opportunities through existing programs, or apply for separation or retirement if eligible. The transition period for organic space specialties is 2 years, which means those choosing none of the aforementioned options can serve as Airmen in space missions for up to 2 years until these career fields are deleted from the Air Force inventory.

Q: Will you be considering the 14F AFSC (Info Operation Officers) who specialize in deterance?

Q: Will everyone, regardless of location or experience, be offered the opportunity to join the Space Force? E.g., 3D0 in Tx with no space experience.

A: Eligible personnel in Organic Space or Common AFSCs will receive a targeted email to volunteer for the Space Force regardless of assigned location. We will also advertise the application window through as many mediums as possible and contact unit commanders as well. If you are aware of an individual in an organic space AFSC, please have them contact AFPC.

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