Air Force Jobs and ASVAB Scores: AFSC Requirements Table
Real MAGE minimums for 15 Air Force jobs, from Security Forces to SIGINT
June 30, 2026
Every Air Force job (AFSC) sets a minimum in one or more of four composite scores called MAGE: Mechanical, Administrative, General, and Electronics. Entry bars run from G of 33 or higher for Security Forces up to G of 72 or higher for Signals Intelligence Analyst and E of 70 or higher for advanced electronics fields. Your AFQT gets you into the Air Force, but these composites decide which of the roughly 130 enlisted career fields you can hold, so the job you want sets your real score target.
How do you read Air Force MAGE requirements?
Each MAGE composite is a sum of specific ASVAB subtest scores. When a job listing says “G ≥ 55,” it means your General composite, built from Verbal Expression plus Arithmetic Reasoning, must be 55 or higher.
| Composite | Formula | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| M (Mechanical) | MC + GS + 2AS | Mechanical and shop aptitude |
| A (Administrative) | VE + MK | Verbal and math fundamentals |
| G (General) | VE + AR | Verbal reasoning and applied math |
| E (Electronics) | AR + MK + EI + GS | Math, science, and electronics knowledge |
VE (Verbal Expression) combines Word Knowledge and Paragraph Comprehension. Some jobs list one composite, others list two you must meet at the same time, and a few accept either of two composites.
What ASVAB scores do Air Force jobs require?
Here are 15 real AFSCs with their composite minimums. Requirements change as the Air Force restructures career fields, so confirm the current figure with a recruiter before you commit [NOTE: verify all minimums against the current Air Force enlisted classification directory before publishing].
| AFSC | Job title | Minimum composite |
|---|---|---|
| 3P0X1 | Security Forces | G ≥ 33 |
| 3E7X1 | Fire Protection | G ≥ 38 |
| 2T1X1 | Vehicle Operations | M ≥ 40 |
| 3F5X1 | Administration | A ≥ 47 |
| 2A3X3 | Tactical Aircraft Maintenance | M ≥ 47 |
| 1C1X1 | Air Traffic Control | G ≥ 55 |
| 4C0X1 | Mental Health Service | G ≥ 55 |
| 2A6X1 | Aerospace Propulsion (Jet Engines) | M ≥ 56 |
| 2W0X1 | Munitions Systems | M ≥ 60 or G ≥ 57 |
| 3E8X1 | Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) | M ≥ 60 and G ≥ 64 |
| 1N0X1 | All Source Intelligence Analyst | G ≥ 64 |
| 1D7X1 | Cyber Defense Operations | G ≥ 64 or E ≥ 60 |
| 1W0X1 | Weather | G ≥ 66 and E ≥ 50 |
| 2P0X1 | Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory | E ≥ 70 |
| 1N2X1 | Signals Intelligence Analyst | G ≥ 72 |
Two patterns are worth noticing. Jobs that pair two requirements, like EOD and Weather, are harder to qualify for than a single number suggests, because a weak subtest can sink one composite even when the other is fine. And “or” requirements, like Munitions Systems, give you two paths in, so play to your stronger composite.
Which Air Force jobs have the highest score bars?
Intelligence and language fields top the G scale. Signals Intelligence Analyst, Cryptologic Language Analyst, and Airborne ISR Operator all require G of 72 or higher. On the electronics side, avionics test stations, PMEL, and ground-based radar systems all sit at E of 70 or higher. These are also fields the Air Force works hard to fill, so a strong score can mean faster job matching and better bonus eligibility [NOTE: verify current bonus-eligible AFSC list].
If those bars feel far away, remember that G and A are built entirely from the four AFQT subtests. Raising your math and verbal performance moves your enlistment score and your two most common job composites together.
How should you prepare for a specific AFSC?
Work backward from the table. Find your target job’s composite, look at which subtests feed it, and weight your study time toward those. A future crew chief (M composite) needs Mechanical Comprehension, General Science, and Auto and Shop work. A future intel analyst (G composite) should live in Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, and Arithmetic Reasoning practice. ASVABDRILL is an ASVAB practice test platform focused on AFQT improvement, built for military recruits, covering ASVAB, PiCAT, and verification-style practice.
FAQ
What ASVAB score do most Air Force jobs require?
Most AFSCs ask for a composite somewhere between the low 40s and the mid 60s. Entry-level support roles sit lower, while intelligence, cyber, and advanced electronics fields sit at the top of the range.
Which Air Force job has the lowest ASVAB requirement?
Among common career fields, Security Forces at G of 33 or higher and Services at G of 24 or higher sit near the bottom of the scale [NOTE: verify current minimums].
Can I qualify for a job with a good AFQT but weak composites?
No. The AFQT and the MAGE composites are checked separately. You need to clear the branch AFQT minimum and the specific composite minimum for the job you want.
Do Air Force job requirements ever change?
Yes, regularly. The Air Force restructures AFSCs and adjusts minimums, and several legacy cyber codes are still merging into the 1D7 series. Always confirm the current requirement with a recruiter.
Related reading
- ASVAB scores explained, the hub for how scoring works across all branches
- Air Force ASVAB score for the enlistment minimum and MAGE basics
- ASVAB practice test for the Air Force to start preparing for your target AFSC
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