Behavioral Scientists (AFSC 2675), Scientific Managers (AFSC 26169), and Related Specialties

摘要

An occupational survey of Air Force Behavioral Scientists (AFSC 2675) and a selected sample of Scientific Managers (AFSC 2616) was conducted to develop information to evaluate proposed changes to the specialty description (AFR 36-1) and to evaluate job attitudes of job incumbents. Ninety percent of all Behavioral Scientists and 15 percent of all Scientific Managers are included in the study, as well as a sampling of incumbents in related occupations. The behavioral science field was found to be very diverse, with at least 12 major types of jobs identified. The Human Factors Engineering jobs appear as a distinct subspecialization within the career field, with little overlap with other functions. Other very distinct jobs include Academy Instructors, Occupational Analysts, WAPS Test Development Psychologists, and Research Scientists. The proposed changes to the specialty description for AFSC 2675 appear realistic. Establishment of a shredout for the Human Factors area appears justified and the elimination of the requirement for a master's degree is consistent with actual practice over the last decade. The change will enhance recruiting for this field and facilitate career field management.