We are seen as competent problem solvers by most of the military, meaning we’re often depended on to work outside our traditional skill set to get missions done. We need individuals who can critically think with minimal resources to resolve complex obstacles. What does a successful EOD candidate look like?īLUF: Mentally-flexible, fit, thick-skinned, critically-thinking team players ready to do whatever it takes to accomplish the mission.ĮOD is an inherently dangerous job, requiring a cool head under pressure. Female EOD techs have been fighting right alongside male combat units since the GWOT began. We specialize in Aircraft operations, but are just as ready as any of our Army, Marine, or Navy EOD comrades to fill the role of joint combat enabler, whenever and wherever a unit needs us.Īdditionally, we have been a gender-neutral career field long before the Congressional mandate. That reputation has carried on to present day, making AF EOD sought after by all ground combat elements. Over the last 19 years of conflict, we’ve repeatedly demonstrated our tactical expertise alongside the Army and Marine Corps. All 4 branches contain EOD elements, and all technicians complete initial training at the Navy’s School for Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD). For recruiting purposes, however, EOD recruitment is handled by AF SORs, not normal AF Recruiters.ĮOD is one of the only military specialties with this much joint infrastructure. While we are typically conventional forces, we execute a mission far outside typical AF tasks, making us a middle ground between “Big AF” and “higher speed” forces. EOD flights are typically part of Civil Engineering squadrons. EOD and SERE specialists fall under “Combat Support,” conventional career fields with unique specialties that enable both conventional and SOF missions. How is EOD different than the AF Special Warfare specialties?ĪF EOD is not currently part of Air Force Special Warfare (AFSPECWAR).
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