Chief of the Air Staff
こうくうばくりょうちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
The highest-ranking position that oversees organization management and the planning and execution of air operations as the supreme commander of the Air Self-Defense Force.
Description
The Chief of the Air Staff holds the highest responsibility for overseeing the organization management of the Air Self-Defense Force as well as the planning, formulation, and execution of air operations. In collaboration with the Ministry of Defense and the Joint Staff Office, they command staff units such as the Operations Department, Planning Department, Personnel Department, Equipment Department, and Information and Communications Department, formulate air strategies, respond to crisis management, and engage in international cooperation and diplomatic negotiations. They also participate in unit training and equipment procurement, promoting capability development to prepare for future threats.
Future Outlook
With the increasing complexity of the security environment, the strategic perspective and organizational management capabilities of the Chief of the Air Staff are becoming more important. Strengthening responses to new threats such as cyber and space domains, as well as human resource development, will be future challenges.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Calm and composed / Excellent judgment / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Government Agency Work / Long Hours / Rank System / Transfers Possible
Career Path
Enrollment in National Defense Academy → Completion of Officer Candidate Course → Air Self-Defense Force Officer (Second Lieutenant to Captain) → Staff Personnel → Wing Commander → Air Defense Command Commander → Chief of the Air Staff
Required Skills
Crisis Management / Information Analysis / International Negotiations / Leadership / National Security Policy / Strategic Planning
Recommended Skills
Defense Equipment Knowledge / Foreign Language Proficiency / International Negotiations / Leadership
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Rapid adaptation to changing security environments is required. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for strategic planning and information analysis. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for coordination and negotiations with the government and other services. |
| Initiative & Leadership | As the top organizational leader, proactive command is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Requires planning for large-scale operations and organizational management. |
| Problem Solving | Quick judgment and problem-solving skills are needed for emergency responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | High resilience is essential in a position involving major decisions. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Collaboration across multiple departments is always required. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Officer Candidate Course
- Graduation from National Defense Academy
Aliases
- ASDF Chief of Staff
Related Jobs
- Chief of the Joint Staff
- Ground Staff Chief
- Maritime Staff Chief
- Self-Defense Force Officer