13J Fire Control Specialist

Job Duties

• Operate communications systems
• Primary tactical data system operations
• Database management
• Fire mission processing

Skills You’ll Learn

• Computing target locations
• Operating gun, missile, and rocket systems
• Artillery tactics

Helpful Skills

• Interest in cannon and rocket operations
• Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure
• Able to multitask
• Capable of working as a team member

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable

Requirements

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)