13R Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator

About the role

The Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator determines enemy locations and communicates target coordinates to their unit. This role operates specialized radar equipment designed to acquire 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

Skills you'll learn

• Field tactics and combat communications
• Calculating and recording speed, direction, and altitude
• Skills in geometry and math
• Ability to maintain 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, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Training includes both classroom and field work.

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
• Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change

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)