The Air Force Civilian Award for Valor is granted to civilians who carry out sustained, notable work of merit in the service of the United States. Awardees must exceeded standards and expectations in performing this work. This award is presented to civilian employees of the United States Air Force who demonstrate bravery or sacrifice their own personal safety beyond expectations.
The medal features an eagle superimposed over a pyramid; an inscription on the bottom of the pyramid reads “VALOR.” The ribbon is gray and features a thin red vertical stripe in the center flanked by two dark blue stripes of equal thickness; these are in turn bordered by thinner yellow vertical stripes.