The Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) is a primary functional command of the United States Air Force (USAF), responsible for providing vital warfighting capabilities to the USAF and allied forces. Established in 1961, the AFMC integrates all materiel-centric functionsresearch, development, test, engineering, acquisition, maintenance, supply, and logisticsto sustain current operational capabilities and deliver future Air Force technologies. The command’s mission is to ensure combat-ready forces through agile acquisition, robust logistics, and innovative research and development initiatives.