13R Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator

Army National Guard • Savannah, GA

67d

About The Position

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 Field Artillery Firefinder Radar Operator operates specialized equipment designed to acquire various targets, such as enemy mortar positions and aircraft, to alert defensive units.

Requirements

• Skills in geometry and math
• Ability to maintain focus for long periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Field tactics and combat communications
• Calculating/recording speed, direction, and altitude

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Get paid to train
• Qualifying for tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees