Overview
Nellis Air Force Base is home to the Air Force's advanced combat training and the Thunderbirds demonstration team.
History
The base opened in 1941 as a gunnery school.
Today
Nellis is one of southern Nevada's largest employers, and work there follows military access rules.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.