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Signals Collection Analyst - 35S


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

Overview

The signals collector/analyst is primarily responsible for the detection, acquisition, location and identification of foreign electronic intelligence. They exploit non-voice communications and other electronic signals to provide strategic/tactical intelligence.

Job Duties

  • Operate signal intelligence equipment and prepare logs/reports
  • Search the radio frequency spectrum to analyze target communications, categories and foreign signals
  • Perform basic signal analysis to determine signal parameters

    • 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 signals collector/analyst requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.

    Helpful Skills

  • Interest in working with radio equipment
  • Finding clues that help answer questions
  • Ability to remain alert doing repetitive tasks

    • 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.

  • Skilled Technical (ST) : 101

    • Compensation

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

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