The second character of the ARMs AFSC identifies the Career Field, which is associated with what function?

• A. Command and Control
• B. Communications
• C. Operations
• D. Maintenance

Answer: (A)

In this coding scheme, the second character in the ARMs AFSC identifies the Career Field, which maps to a broad function within the Air Force. For ARMs, that field is associated with Command and Control—the function that covers planning, directing, and coordinating air operations and the use of assets to achieve mission goals. This contrasts with the other fields: Communications focuses on establishing and maintaining networks and information flow, Operations centers on the actual execution of missions, and Maintenance deals with repairing and keeping equipment in working order. So the Career Field indicated by the second character aligns with Command and Control, the overarching role of directing and coordinating activities to accomplish objectives.