SENIOR AIRMAN 

Junior Enlisted Airmen: The fuel to our daily missions. This tier’s focus and priority is on learning and consists of Airman Basic (AB), Airman (Amn), Airman First Class (A1C), and Senior Airman (SrA). This tier should be developing their Airman Leadership Qualities and be familiar with foundational and occupational competencies to perform at the basic and intermediate levels. As Airmen progress, their focus will be on developing: 

• Senior Airman. Encompass all the previous junior enlisted requirements to perform as skilled technicians and become well-versed trainers. They begin developing supervisory and leadership skills to advance their professional growth. Senior Airmen gain supervision experience of individuals and begin building skills in leading teams. Upon completion of Airman Leadership School, a Senior Airman may have an opportunity to become an official supervisor. 

Junior Enlisted Airmen Responsibilities (The Brown Book,, pages 14-15):   

• Developing Self

• Developing Others

• Developing Ideas

Development Path:

• Complete on-the-job training, CDCs, Upgrade Training & obtain 5-Skill Level

• Complete Airman Leadership School (ALS) - distance learning or in-residence (submit Form 7 to Unit Training Manager)

• Complete Junior Enlisted Foundations (*NEW!!*)

Documents to Review:

• The Brown Book - Enlisted Force Structure 

• The Blue Book - The Profession of Arms, Our Core Values

• The Blueprint - Roadmap to Enlisted Force Development

Learn About Arizona Leadership, Mission, History, and State Partnership Program (SPP):

• AZ National Guard Leadership, Mission and Wings

• State Partnership Program

Key Air Force Systems to Know: 

• Key Air Force Sites

Promote Organizational Culture:

• Active Participation in squadron, group, wing, and community (morale committee, booster club, Rising 6, Diversity & Inclusion Council, etc.)

• Professionalism, Attitude, Work Ethic, Camaraderie Maintain Mission Readiness: fitness assessment, medical and dental, mobility, AFSC Upgrade Training