13R Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator

About the role

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 operator operates specialized equipment designed to acquire various targets, such as enemy mortar positions and aircraft, to alert defensive units.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain radio and wire communications
• Construct bunkers and similar areas for other field artillery
• Maintain Firefinder radar with scheduled checkups

Skills

• Field tactics and combat communications
• Calculating and recording speed, direction, and altitude
• Geometry and math
• Maintaining focus for long periods of time
• Teamwork, discipline, and leadership
• Advanced computer systems used in targeting and communications

Training

Job training consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training, combining classroom and field work.