Field Artillery Fire Support Specialist

1 week ago


New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Army National Guard Full time
Position Overview

As a Fire Support Specialist in the Army National Guard, you will play a crucial role in an elite artillery unit. Your primary responsibility will be to gather and relay vital intelligence to support infantry and armored units during combat operations, while acquiring valuable skills that will benefit your civilian career.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as the Forward Observer, serving as the eyes for artillery units.
  • Conduct target acquisition and communicate findings to artillery units at various levels.
  • Operate and maintain communication equipment, including laser range finders.
  • Encode and decode messages, assisting in the preparation and distribution of fire support plans.
  • Utilize computers and manual calculations to determine target locations.

Advancement Opportunities
As you gain experience, you will have the opportunity to take on greater responsibilities, such as supervising and training fellow Soldiers, preparing observer target lists, initiating suppressive fire, and selecting observation posts.

Essential Skills
  • Ability to perform under pressure, both physically and mentally.
  • Strong multitasking capabilities.

Civilian Career Preparation
The skills you develop as a Fire Support Specialist can lead to rewarding career opportunities in fields such as computer consulting, information technology support, or data processing.

Compensation and Training
Instead of incurring costs to learn these skills, you will be compensated while you train. In the Army National Guard, you will earn a regular paycheck and qualify for tuition assistance as you learn these essential job skills.

After completing 10 weeks of Basic Training, you will undergo six weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes both hands-on and classroom instruction. Here, you will learn how to accurately compute target locations, handle ammunition safely, operate systems, and understand artillery tactics.

Benefits
  • Paid training and a monthly paycheck.
  • Montgomery GI Bill and federal/state tuition assistance.
  • Retirement benefits for part-time service.
  • Low-cost life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k)-type savings plan.
  • Student Loan Repayment Program for existing loans.
  • Health care benefits available.
  • VA home loans and potential bonuses.

Requirements
  • Must enlist in the Army National Guard.
  • High school diploma or GED certificate required.
  • Ages 17 to 35.
  • Ability to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
  • Must meet citizenship requirements.


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