94F Special Electronic Devices Repairer
About the role
The Army National Guard utilizes many forms of sophisticated equipment on and off the field. As a Special Electronic Devices Repairer, you will ensure that vital instruments and tools are meticulously maintained and operational. This includes night vision equipment, electronic distance and azimuth-orienting devices, battlefield illumination devices, nuclear, biological, and chemical warning and measuring devices, and others.
Responsibilities
- Testing instruments, navigational controls, and simulators
- Reading technical diagrams and manuals
- Replacing parts
- Ensuring quality control measures
- Troubleshooting and inspecting equipment
- Supervising and training other Soldiers in the craft (advanced level)
Helpful Skills
- Interest in mathematics, solving problems, and electronic equipment repair
- Strong attention to detail
Civilian Career Opportunities
Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with the Federal Aviation Administration, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, or the National Weather Service.
Training
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
- 10 weeks of Basic Training (basic Soldiering skills)
- 25 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (classroom, equipment practice, and field training under simulated combat conditions)
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)