CAPTAIN

Officer Force Structure: The officer force structure is comprised of three distinct and separate tiers. The tiers are Company Grade Officer (CGO) and include grades O-1 thru O-3, Field Grade Officer (FGO) comprising of grades O-4 thru O-6, and General Officer (GO), with grades O-7 thru O-10. FGOs are expected to have mastered CGO responsibilities. Officers should understand the enlisted structure, duty titles, and responsibilities within their organizations. 

Captain (Capt): By the time officers reach the rank of Capt, they have often become fully qualified in their AFSC and are working toward more advanced leadership roles. In some cases, Capts can be in the role of a Squadron Commander.

Focus Areas: Professionalism and mission success along with developing tactical, operational, and strategic competencies associated with this rank and position. Competencies are developed through AF education, training, and professional experiences.

Education:

• Courses:

  • Squadron Officer School (SOS)

  • Federal Technician Supervisor Course

  • NGB Fiscal Law Course

• Learn and be involved in developing enlisted Airmen and fellow CGOs

• Learn about administrative actions and progressive discipline

• Improve your strategic IQ by reviewing files such as; National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy and Air Force Action Orders on the Strategic Documents Page.

Company Grade Officer Responsibilities:

• Developing Self

• Developing Others

• Developing Ideas

• Developing Organizations

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

• The Purple Book - The Joint Team

Learn about DC Leadership, Mission, History and State Partnership Program (SPP):

• AZ ANG National Guard Leadership

• AZ ANG National Guard State Partnership Program

Promote Organizational Culture:

• Participate in the squadron, group, wing, and community events and activities

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

• National Guard Association of Arizona

Key Air Force Systems to Know:

• Go to Key Air Force Sites