SSgt Ricardo Melendez - Air Force Recruiter

02/13/2026

Stop guessing your ASVAB scores.
Here’s the cheat sheet.

31QT = Diploma
50QT = GED

MAGE line scores decide what jobs you unlock.
Let’s break yours down.

10/27/2025

🎉 Congratulations to D’Angelina Peña! 🇺🇸
She’s officially enlisting into the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Apprentice (3P031) and will begin her journey on October 27, 2025.

From day one, D’Angelina showed discipline, determination, and commitment to serving our country. The Air Force gains a future Defender—and we couldn’t be more proud.

Let’s wish her strength and success as she ships out to Basic Military Training at Lackland AFB, TX and joins her husband Christopher who is already in the 2nd week of Basic Training! ✈️💪

10/14/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Christopher Sanchez! 🇺🇸
He’s officially enlisting into the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Apprentice (3P031) and will begin his journey on October 14, 2025.

From day one, Christopher showed discipline, determination, and commitment to serving our country. The Air Force gains a future Defender—and we couldn’t be more proud.

Let’s wish him strength and success as he ships out to Basic Military Training at Lackland AFB, TX! ✈️💪

08/12/2025

🚨 Future Airman Alert 🚨

Let’s give a big salute to Elijah Sincere Eddy, a proud citizen of the United States, who is enlisting in the United States Air Force as a 1D731E Client Systems Apprentice!

Shipping Out: August 12, 2025

Elijah will play a vital role in keeping our Airmen connected and mission-ready by maintaining, securing, and troubleshooting the communication systems that power daily operations. As a Client Systems Apprentice, he’ll ensure our networks, hardware, and software run flawlessly—supporting everything from routine missions to critical real-time operations.

His journey represents dedication, opportunity, and the power of service. Let’s show him some love as he begins this exciting new chapter! 👏💻

08/05/2025

🚨 Future Airman Alert 🚨

Let’s give a big salute to Tyree Najade Davis, a proud citizen of the United States, who is enlisting in the United States Air Force as a 3E731 Fire Protection Apprentice!

Shipping Out: August 5, 2025

Tyree will play a vital role in keeping our Airmen and assets safe by preventing, controlling, and extinguishing fires on base and in emergency situations. As a Fire Protection Apprentice, he’ll be trained to respond to aircraft incidents, hazardous material spills, and structural fires—protecting lives and mission-critical resources.

His journey represents courage, opportunity, and the power of service. Let’s show him some love as he begins this incredible new chapter! 👏🔥

07/29/2025

🚨 Future Airman Alert 🚨

Let’s give a big salute to Rennae Jewill
Jones, a proud citizen of the Jamaica, who is enlisting in the United States Air Force as a 2A634 Aircraft Fuel Systems Specialist!

Shipping Out: July 29, 2025
BMT Bound — and set to earn her U.S. Citizenship upon graduation from Basic Military Training! 🇯🇲➡️🇺🇸

Rennae will play a vital role in keeping our aircraft mission-ready by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex fuel systems that power our fleet. Her journey represents courage, opportunity, and the power of service.

Let’s show her some love as she begins this incredible new chapter! 👏🔥

07/17/2025

🚨 Future Airman Alert 🚨

Let’s give a big salute to Jorge Hiciano Reyes, a proud citizen of the Dominican Republic, who is enlisting in the United States Air Force as a 2A733 Aircraft Structural Maintenance Specialist!

Shipping Out: August 19, 2025
BMT Bound — and set to earn his U.S. Citizenship upon graduation from Basic Military Training! 🇩🇴➡️🇺🇸

Jorge will play a vital role keeping our aircraft mission-ready by inspecting, repairing, and reinforcing the structural integrity of our fleet. His journey represents courage, opportunity, and the power of service.

Let’s show him some love as he begins this incredible new chapter! 👏🔥

07/16/2025

Honored to recognize James Walsh, owner of Ozone Park CrossFit, with a Certificate of Appreciation presented by Airman First Class Mia Zhanay Rodriguez. 🇺🇸

“In recognition of your outstanding support of the United States Air Force Recruiting Service. Your unwavering dedication to the ideals and principles of our great nation has played a vital role in shaping the future of the Air Force.”

💪🏼✈️

07/16/2025

Ready to push your limits? Our Special Warfare Operators don’t just serve—they lead, innovate, and inspire. Dive into a career that challenges you physically and mentally.

Ready to AIM HIGH? Talk to a recruiter today!

www.airforce.com/careers/special-warfare-and-combat-support/special-warfare?utm_source=Social&utm_id=365

02/28/2025

07/10/2023

Structural - 3E3X1

BUILDING OUR BASES

The buildings and structures on each base are integral to every part of Air Force operations. It’s the job of Structural Specialists to construct and repair any buildings and other structures from the foundation up. These highly trained experts use their varied skill sets and specialized materials, tools and equipment to build anything we need, from improvised emergency disaster relief shelters to locker rooms.

Join the ranks of the World's Greatest Air Force and embark on an extraordinary journey serving our nation, while gaining invaluable skills and experiences. 🛩💨 🇺🇸