13R Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator
Company: Army National Guard
Location: Russellville
Posted on: September 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description
The most important thing when firing field artillery is knowing
where to shoot. The Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator
figures out where the enemy is and communicates the target's
location to his or her unit.
"Firefinder" is the name given to highly specialized radar that
detects mortars, planes, and other objects by using radio or sound
waves to determine their location. The Field Artillery Firefinder
Radar Operator operates specialized equipment designed to acquire
various targets, such as enemy mortar positions and aircraft, to
alert defensive units.
Job Duties
• Establish and maintain radio and wire communications
• Construct bunkers and similar areas for other field artillery
• Maintain Firefinder radar with scheduled checkups
Some of the Skills You'll Learn
• Field tactics and combat communications
• Calculating/recording speed, direction, and altitude
Helpful Skills
• Skills in geometry and math
• Ability to maintain focus for long periods of time
In this role, you will learn vital skills applicable in any
civilian career: skills such as teamwork, discipline, and
leadership. You may also learn advanced computer systems used in
targeting and communications.
Earn While You Learn
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the
Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while
earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition
assistance.
Job training for Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operators
consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic
Soldiering skills, and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training.
Training consists of both classroom and field work.
Benefits/Requirements
Benefits
Requirements
Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to
change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most
up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS
availability.
Other Job Information
Job ID: 396
ZIP Code: 72802
Job Category: Heavy Weapons
Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Radar and
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