Air battle manager vs forward air controller/air officer

Differences between air battle manager and forward air controller/air officer duties and responsibilities

Air battle manager example responsibilities.

• Manage and employ USAF weapons resources in offensive and defensive air operations.
• Configure and manage computer systems in accordance with DOD security requirements.
• Subject matter expert for all DoD aircraft, weapons and surveillance systems.
• Develop and evaluate changes to publications and policies governing battle management and C2 training.
• Produce realistic air combat scenarios.
• Protect national security interests by commanding U.S. and ally aircraft in combat situations.
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Forward air controller/air officer example responsibilities.

• Manage and employ USAF weapons resources in offensive and defensive air operations.
• Protect national security interests by commanding U.S. and ally aircraft in combat situations.
• Exercise control and oversight for cutting edge technology to include radars, data-links, computers, and associate peripherals.