14G Air Defense Battle Management System Operator
DC Army National Guard · Sioux Falls, SD · 5 days ago
$200–$250/hrPart-time
About the role
The Signal Support Systems Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring Army National Guard units remain connected and informed.
Responsibilities
- Maintain radio and data distribution systems
- Perform signal support functions and unit-level maintenance on authorized signal equipment
- Install, operate, and maintain radio and data distribution systems
- Supervise and train other Soldiers
- Maintain and install signal support systems and terminal devices
- Provide technical assistance and training for automation and communications equipment
- Prepare maintenance and supply requests for unit-level signal support
- Operate and perform preventative maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles
Requirements
- 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)
Qualifications
- Interest in working with electronic equipment
- Interest in problem solving
Skills
- Advanced mechanical and electrical principles
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Line installation and wiring techniques
- Communication security policies and procedures
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
Schedule
- Basic Training: 10 weeks
- Advanced Individual Training (AIT): 18 weeks
Pay
- Between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change