Section 6B--Enlisted Force Structure

Question 1

What provides the framework to best meet mission requirements while developing foundational and occupational competencies?

Answer 1

Enlisted force structure

Question 2

Which junior enlisted rank is continued supervission essential to ongoing occupational and professional growth? Typically, the 5-skill level is earned at this grade.

Answer 2

Airman First Class (A1C)

Question 3

Who are skilled technicians with supervisory and training responsibilities? Typically, the 7-skill level is earned at this rank.

Answer 3

Staff Sergeant (SSgt)

Question 4

Who continuously strives to develop as technicians, supervisors, leaders, and mentors through professional development opportunities, including professional military education?

Answer 4

Technical Sergeants (TSgt)

Question 5

In which enlisted airmen tier to airmen continue professional development and participate in decision-making processes on a variety of technical, operational, and organizational issues?

Answer 5

Senior noncommissioned officer (SNCO) tier

Question 6

Who are technical experts, transitioning from first-line supervisors to leaders of operational competence?

Answer 6

Master Sergeants (MSgt)

Question 7

Which rank carries increased responsibilities for leadership, managerial, and team building? They should consider broadening opportunities through the developmental special duty selection process.

Answer 7

Master Sergeant (MSgt)

Question 8

Who are charged with mentoring and developing junior enlisted personnel and influencing the professional development of company grade officers?

Answer 8

Chief Master Sergeants