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Field Artillery Firefinder RADAR Operator

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Field Artillery Firefinder RADAR Operator - 13R


  • Active/Reserve:Active Duty
  • Officer/Enlisted:Enlisted
  • Restrictions:None

Overview

The field artillery firefinder radar operator is responsible for detecting enemy forces and alerting the units in the Army. Using a “firefinder” — which are highly specialized radars — they can detect various objects and their locations.

Job Duties

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

    • Requirements

  • Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

    • Training

    Job training for a field artillery firefinder radar operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and also partly on firefinder equipment.Some of the skills you'll learn are:

  • Operating firefinder equipment
  • Basic workings of radar and identifying objects
  • Field tactics and combat communications
  • Calculating/recording speed, direction and altitude

    • Helpful Skills

  • Interest in radar and electronics
  • Skills in geometry and math
  • Ability to maintain long periods of focus

    • ASVAB

    The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is an examination that is administered by the United States Military Entrance Processing Command. It is used to determine qualification and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.

  • Surveillance & Communications (SC) : 98

    • Compensation

  • Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

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