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1C571A · USAF · Enlisted

Air Battle
Manager.

Air Force 1C571A (Air Battle Manager). 672 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $70K–$138K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours672DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 15 semester hours recommended in Air Traffic Control, Military Science, and Leadership

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage2/4direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 1C571A background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending

/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 1C571A training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have06

01
Air Tasking Order Execution→ Project Management
02
Electronic Warfare Principles→ Cybersecurity Fundamentals
03
Radar Systems Operation→ Network Monitoring
04
Situational Awareness→ Incident Response
05
System Modeling→ System Architecture
06
Adversarial Thinking→ Threat Modeling

To learn06

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+Network security fundamentals (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems)+SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools like Splunk or ELK Stack+Data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI+SQL for data querying and manipulation+System analysis and design principles+Requirements elicitation and documentation

How VWC fits

Vets Who Code is a free, full-time software engineering accelerator for veterans, active duty, and military spouses. We close the fundamentals — terminal, web platform, AI tooling, portfolio projects — so the rest of this list becomes specialization, not square one.

See VWC Programs →

/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Air Traffic Controller

$138K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— FAA Air Traffic Control Certification

P.02

Network Systems Administrator

$85K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
— CompTIA Network+
— Cybersecurity fundamentals

P.03

Intelligence Analyst

$80K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Proficiency in intelligence analysis software
— Data analysis techniques
— Critical thinking skills

P.04

Emergency Management Specialist

$75K

Moderate match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— FEMA certifications (e.g., IS-100, IS-700)
— Emergency planning and response knowledge
— HAZMAT training

P.05

Technical Trainer

$70K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Instructional design principles
— Training delivery methods
— Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in a technical field

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1C571A training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Situational Awareness

Maintaining a constant awareness of all air traffic, potential threats, and the status of various systems in a dynamic environment to ensure the safety and effectiveness of air operations.

Transfers to

The ability to perceive and understand a complex environment, anticipate potential issues, and make informed decisions based on the available information.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

Quickly assessing and prioritizing incoming information and potential threats to make effective decisions under pressure and maintain control of the operational environment.

Transfers to

The capacity to swiftly evaluate competing demands, allocate resources effectively, and maintain focus on the most critical tasks in a fast-paced setting.

S.03

System Modeling

Understanding the complex interplay of aerospace control and warning systems, including radar, data links, and communication networks, to predict system behavior and optimize performance.

Transfers to

The ability to analyze and understand how different components of a system interact to achieve a desired outcome, allowing for effective troubleshooting and optimization.

S.04

Team Synchronization

Coordinating with air defense, air control, and air traffic control agencies to ensure seamless communication and synchronized operations.

Transfers to

Working effectively with diverse teams, aligning individual efforts, and ensuring smooth communication to achieve common goals.

S.05

Adversarial Thinking

Anticipating potential threats and developing strategies to counter electronic attacks and protect radar systems from degradation.

Transfers to

Identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities, developing proactive strategies to mitigate them, and anticipating the actions of adversaries.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Logistics Coordinator

SOC 43-3071.00

You've been managing complex aerospace systems and coordinating air operations, demonstrating exceptional organizational and planning skills. As a Logistics Coordinator, you'll use these skills to manage the flow of goods, resources, and information, ensuring efficient and timely delivery.

Adjacent · Match

Emergency Management Specialist

SOC 11-9161.00

Your experience in aerospace control and warning systems requires constant vigilance and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure. As an Emergency Management Specialist, you'll leverage these skills to develop and implement plans to prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters, ensuring the safety and well-being of communities.

Adjacent · Match

Network Security Analyst

SOC 15-1212.00

You possess a strong understanding of electronic warfare and electronic protection techniques. As a Network Security Analyst, you'll use this knowledge to safeguard computer networks and data from cyber threats, applying your problem-solving and analytical skills to protect critical infrastructure.

Adjacent · Match

Airspace System Inspection Specialist

SOC 17-3029.08

You have extensive experience managing and operating aerospace control and warning systems and are well versed in airspace regulations and safety procedures. As an Airspace System Inspection Specialist you will utilize your skills to inspect, analyze, and evaluate airspace to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy