<p>One of my professors was working on superconductor research for the AF (he has physics and chem. degrees, IIRC). Another, (math guy this time) worked on high energy lasers. </p>
<p>You could work on a variety of projects. The AF doesn’t just work on planes. They do satellites, lasers, new materials, computers, small machines, and a whole bunch of other things.</p>
<p>You might work on more common things relating to your degree. You might work on some aspect of a different program that needs some of your expertise. You might oversee a program that has very little to do with your major. It all depends on what you are good at, and what the Air Force needs.</p>
<p>…and that’s if you are a developmental engineer. You could wind up flying, working in CE, or formulating new policies depending on what jobs you apply for.</p>