| Job Title : |
Fire control enhanced operator |
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| Job Reference : |
usang |
| Location : |
United States |
| Posted on : |
Fri Apr 01, 2011 |
| Job category: |
Army, Enlisted, Combat Support |
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| Job Description |
Playing an important role on the air defense artillery team is the National Guard Patriot fire control enhanced operator. This specialist is primarily responsible for handling the advanced-technology ammunition and systems. Duties include:
- Placing he Patriot system in the field
- Reporting on status during combat
- Operating coordinate and target systems
- Maintaining these systems
- Evaluating target data and identifying and engaging targets
- Establishing communications in the field
Training
National Guard training usually is scheduled to accommodate a member’s 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
An ideal candidate for a National Guard Patriot fire control enhanced operator should:
- Have normal color vision
- Be interested in weaponry and map reading
- Be able to remain during stressful situations
- Enjoy working on a team
In time, you may achieve an advanced level for a National Guard Patriot fire control enhanced operator with supervisory duties and tasks requiring advanced skills. |
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