| Job Title : |
Air missile crewmember |
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| Job Reference : |
usang |
| Location : |
United States |
| Posted on : |
Wed May 07, 2008 |
| Job category: |
National Guard, Enlisted, Combat Support |
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| Job Description |
The National Guard air and missile defense crewmember fills an integral role in the artillery team using the AVENGER system, which is a surface-to-air missile/gun weapon system. It serves as a mobile, short-range protection against air and land attacks. Duties of the crewmember include:
Preparing and operating the AVENGER and other weapons and ammunition
Handling radio and wire communications
Evaluate target engagements, which requires using infrared technology
Operating "friend or foe" identification equipment
Training
National Guard training usually is scheduled to accommodate a members civilian life, whether it is for the job or school. Each member first attends Initial Entry Training. After basic training, a solider then reports for Advanced Individual Training, which may vary in length depending on your specialty. Training continues for one drill weekend each month and one annual training period, which is usually two weeks in the summer.
Helpful skills
The ideal candidate for a National Guard air and missile defense crewmember should:
Be physically fit and in top condition
Enjoy working on a team
Prepare to accept risky challenges
Be interested in cannon and rocket operations
Remain calm in stressful situations |
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