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Hi Howard,
I've been looking into reenlistment of the navy. I left with a honorable discharge and a RE-R1 rating. I was an IT2 before I left service after 4 years. My question is do you know/feel it is a better choice for the airforce or navy considering current recruiting goals? Thanks for your input.
Rod
I really wouldnt worry about Air Force recruiting goals due to the fact that the Air Force doesnt take Prior Service....even if its Air Force ....Unless you are able to fill certain Air Force Combat related jobs.
I would stick with what you know in this situation and go back to the Navy. If you think that you can get into the Jobs that the AF does accept PS for...I would surely make the stop into the office to check and make sure. Happy Hunting....
HW
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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