Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

Receive up to a $20k enlistment bonus for qualifying MOS's

14S, 31B

(Effective 1 January until 30 June 2024)

09R Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP)

OVERVIEW

With SMP, you participate in both the Guard and your college’s ROTC program at the same time. During this two-year course, you’ll be paired with and mentored by a unit officer, and get paid to drill once a month with your Guard unit.

Army ROTC is a program of study that combines electives in military science/leadership with practical leadership development opportunities to prepare men and women to become Army officers. ROTC opens the doors to a variety of exciting careers, extra curricular activities and advanced military training. Upon successful completion of the Army ROTC program and graduation from college, Cadets receive a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army, the Army Reserve or the Army National Guard.

09S Officer Candidate School (OCS)

OVERVIEW

OCS is an intense leadership training ground. It’s physically and mentally challenging, and not everyone’s cut out for it. But those who are accepted-and make it through-agree it’s one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives. Whether you’re a first-time Soldier or have prior military experience, OCS will transform you into an effective leader.

There are three options for attending OCS. After speaking with a recruiter, you’ll choose the best one for you based on your specific circumstances, such as your work and family commitments.

State OCS (Traditional)
Where: Your state’s Regional Training Institute (RTI)
When: Weekends only— one weekend a month for 16 to 18 months, plus two two-week periods

National Guard Bureau Accelerated OCS
Where: School locations vary by season and state
When: Eight weeks straight, seven days a week, winter or summer session

Federal OCS
Where: Fort Benning, GA
When: 14 weeks, with courses offered year-round

For more details about each of these OCS options and to discuss your eligibility, contact your local recruiter.
Effective November 30, 2010, applicants interested in attending federal OCS must have a baccalaureate degree or higher. Waivers for individuals without a four-year degree, but with at least 90 nonduplicate credit hours toward a degree, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

12B Combat Engineer

OVERVIEW
As a combat engineer, you’ll get your team out of any tough spot. You’ll supervise and assist your team as it tackles rough terrain during combat operations. You will also construct fighting positions, prime and detonate explosives, and become an expert in general engineering.

JOB DUTIES

Build fighting positions, defensive positions, and floating or fixed bridges
Place and detonate explosives
Clear paths of obstacles
Install firing systems for demolition
Detect mines visually or with mine detectors

TRAINING
Job training for a combat engineer requires 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which includes Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.

One Station Unit Training: 14 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Basic demolitions
Basic explosive hazards
Constructing wire obstacles
Fixed bridge building
Basic urban operations
Operating heavy equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Combat (CO): 87

HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time
Interest in engineering
Preference for working outdoors

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in the fields of construction, building inspection and building engineering.

12C Bridge Crewmember

OVERVIEW
Bridge crewmembers provide bridge and rafting support for dry and wet gap-crossing operations when a squad, section or platoon tackles rough terrain in combat situations.

JOB DUTIES

Operate bridge truck and light vehicles
Perform duties as a deckhand on the bridge erection boat
Assist in the preparation of bridge sites, rafts and bridge operations
Participate in the installation of kedge anchorage systems, wire obstacle material, overhead anchorage systems and demolition firing systems
Launch and retrieve ribbon bridge bays
Participate in the assembly and maintenance of military fixed and float bridges

TRAINING
Job training for a bridge crewmember requires 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which includes Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.  

Advanced Individual Training: 14 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Basic construction methods and engineering principles
Bridge building
Road maintenance and repair
Rough carpentry and rigging
Use of hand and power tools

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Combat (CO): 87

HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to perform strenuous physical activities over long periods of time
Interest in construction and engineering
Interest in working outdoors

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for practically any position in the field of construction.

12K Plumber

OVERVIEW
Army National Guard plumbers and pipe fitters are responsible for installing and repairing plumbing and pipe systems.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain heating systems, basic water supply and water distribution systems
Maintain pipe systems for wastewater
Perform basic plumbing repair and maintenance
Maintain plumbing fixtures, pipes, stacks, brackets, traps, vents and insulation
Creat and read construction plans and drawings

TRAINING
Job training for an Army National Guard plumber requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions, including practice with carpentry and masonry tools.

Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks at Sheppard Air Force Base, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Installation and repair of pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, boiler controls and water purification and distillation systems
Maintenance and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
General Maintenance (GM): 88

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in math and shop mechanics
Preference for physical work
Ability to work with detailed plans

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
120 Utilities Operations and Maintenance Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in a mechanical or plumbing contracting company.

12N Horizontal Construction Engineer

OVERVIEW
Horizontal construction engineers use bulldozers, cranes, graders and other heavy equipment to move tons of earth and material to complete construction projects for the Army National Guard. They are also responsible for operating tractors with dozer attachments, scoop loaders, backhoe loaders, hydraulic excavators, motorized graders and scrapers.

JOB DUTIES

Analyze information on grade stakes and their placement
Drive bulldozers, road graders and other heavy equipment to level earth
Clear, grub, strip, excavate, backfill, stockpile and push scraper with tractor crawler
Cut and spread fill material with scraper
Transport heavy construction equipment with tractor-trailer
Assist in performance of combat engineer missions

TRAINING
Job training for a horizontal construction engineer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.

Advanced Individual Training: 12 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Operation of different types of construction and rough-terrain equipment
Maintenance and repair of equipment
Identification of soil types and placement of grade stakes

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
General Maintenance (GM): 90

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in operating heavy construction equipment
Preference for working outdoors
Interest in working with your hands

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
120A Utilities Operations and Maintenance Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with building contractors, state highway agencies, rock quarries, well drillers and construction firms.

12R INTERIOR ELECTRICIAN

OVERVIEW
The interior electrician is primarily responsible for the installation and maintenance of all of the Army National Guard’s interior electrical systems.

JOB DUTIES

Install transformers, junction boxes, circuit breakers, service panels, switches, electrical boxes and lightning rods
Read blueprints, wire plans and repair orders to determine layouts/repair
Test equipment for the operational conduction of circuits
Inspect power distribution systems, shorts in wires and faulty equipment
Repair and replace faulty wiring and lighting fixtures

TRAINING
Job training for an interior electrician requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instruction, including instruction for installation and repair.

Advanced Individual Training: 6 weeks, 3 days at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Fundamentals of electricity
Electrical circuit troubleshooting
Safety procedures
Techniques for wiring switches, outlets, and junction boxes

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORES(S)
Electronics (EL): 93

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in electricity, science, and math
Ability to use hand tools
Preference for doing physical work

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
120A Utilities Operations and Maintenance Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with an electrical contracting company.

12T Technical Engineering Specialist

OVERVIEW
As a technical engineering specialist, you’ll write the plan for success by providing the blueprints, diagrams and schematics for anything that needs to be built. You’ll survey land with state-of-the-art equipment and software to make your ideas a reality. You’ll also ensure the safety and quality of everything being built, taking samples of building materials and testing them in the lab.

JOB DUTIES

Perform field and laboratory tests on construction materials
Draw topographic maps using computer-aided drafting software
Conduct geodetic and construction surveys and results utilizing Automated Integrated Survey Instruments and GPS technology
Draw blueprints for wiring and plumbing of buildings
Provide technical support for vertical and horizontal construction projects
Build scale models of areas

TRAINING
Job training for a technical engineering specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.

Advanced Individual Training: 14 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn:

Surveying and drafting techniques
Aerial photo interpretation
Architectural and structural drawing

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 101

HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to convert ideas into drawings
Interest in maps and charts
Working with computer-aided drafting technology
Interest in algebra, geometry and trigonometry

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
120A Utilities Operations and Maintenance Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with construction, engineering and architectural firms.

12V Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator

OVERVIEW
Concrete and asphalt equipment operators are responsible for supervising or operating all equipment used in concrete and asphalt production, which is integral to the construction of airfields, roads, dams and buildings.

JOB DUTIES

Produce concrete with a mixer
Supervise the building of asphalt-producing plants
Operate asphalt distributors, spreaders and kettles
Perform combat engineer missions
Operate equipment for paving and surfacing

TRAINING
Job training for a concrete and asphalt equipment operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and four weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.

Advanced Individual Training: 4 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Operation of different types of concrete and asphalt equipment
Maintenance and repair of equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
General Maintenance (GM): 88

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in operating heavy construction equipment
Preference for working outdoors
Interest in working with your hands

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with building contractors, state highway agencies, rock quarries, well drillers and construction firms.

12W Carpentry and Masonry Specialist

OVERVIEW
A carpentry and masonry specialist is responsible for general heavy carpentry and masonry duties.

JOB DUTIES

Construct and maintain rigging devices, trusses and other structural assemblies
Assist in building layout, framing, sheathing, fabrication and roofing structures
Perform basic carpentry and masonry skills
Assist in the performance of combat engineer missions
Construct concrete form work for slabs, walls and columns

TRAINING
Job training for a carpentry and masonry specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.

Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks at Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport, MS

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Basics in concrete technology, materials, proportioning and control tests
Proper use of finishing tools
Placing, consolidation and finishing
Edging, jointing, curing and protection
Basics in structure foaming, roofing and flooring

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
General Maintenance (GM): 88

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for physical work
Interest in science and math
Preference for working outdoors
Interest in working with your hands

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in commercial and residential construction.

12Y Geospatial Engineer

OVERVIEW
Geospatial engineers are responsible for using geographic data that support military/civilian operations for disaster relief and homeland security. They collect, analyze and distribute geospatial information to represent the terrain and its possible effects.

JOB DUTIES

Extract geographic data from satellite imagery, aerial photography and field reconnaissance
Create geographic data and compile them into maps
Help commanders visualize the battlefield
Create and maintain multiple geospatial databases
Prepare military-style briefs covering all aspects of the terrain

TRAINING
Job training for a geospatial engineer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions, including instruction for geographic information systems.

Advanced Individual Training: 18 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn:

Basic knowledge of geographic information systems
Geographic analysis
Imagery interpretation and exploitation

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Skilled Technical (ST): 100
General Technical (GT): 100

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in geography, maps and charts
Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills and work with drafting equipment
Conceptualize ideas into computer-generated 2-D/3-D geospatial products
Preference in a technical career field

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
125D Geospatial Engineering Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an engineer with the government or in the private sector.

13F Fire Support Specialist

OVERVIEW
The fire support specialist is primarily responsible for the intelligence activities of the Army National Guard’s field artillery team.

JOB DUTIES

Set up and operate communications systems
Encode and decode messages
Assist in the preparation of fire support plans, coordinates and targets
Operate laser range finders and target devices
Determine target locations using computers or manual calculations

TRAINING
Job training for a fire support specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks, 1 day at Fort Sill, OK

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Computing target locations
Ammunition techniques
Operating gun, missile and rocket systems
Artillery tactics, techniques and procedures

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Field Artillery (FA): 96

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in cannon and rocket operations
Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
Ability to multitask
Capability to work as a team member

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
131A Field Artillery Targeting Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in computer consulting, technology support, data processing and other related fields.

14G Air Defense Battle Management System Operator

OVERVIEW
The Air Defense Battle Management System Operator maintains, manages and operates modern complicated military computers on complex networks, communications equipment systems, and the Sentinel Radar in order to provide warning, detection and protection for armed forces from aerial attack, missile attack, and aerial surveillance.

These soldiers are responsible for integrating all air defense detection assets and firing units, maintaining tactical computer data links/networks that provide situational awareness, and communication of detected threats throughout the air defense network, and serving as an air defense liaison to other services in all combat environments involving air defense.

JOB DUTIES

Move, place, operate, and maintain the Sentinel Radar system in various locations and environments
Operate and maintain Sentinel Radar electronic and mechanical components
Establish network interoperability with allied, joint, and other Air Defense units
Collect, integrate and process tactical battlefield information from multiple users and sensors through a network of Army National Guard and Joint-Service automated battle command systems
Provide airspace situational awareness; deconflict and clear airspace to ensure air superiority
Evaluate intelligence data and identify targets; perform real-time status reporting during combat
Provide early warning and conduct engagement operations to destroy the incoming rocket, artillery, and mortar threats

TRAINING
Job training for an Air Defense Battle Management System Operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks 3 Days of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Operating and maintaining the Sentinel Radar and associated shelters
Planning, coordinating, and establishing connectivity in Air Defense local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN)
Maintenance and troubleshooting on electronic and mechanical components
Utilizing digital data and voice communications equipment
Evaluating intelligence data for engagement operations
Air Defense Artillery tactics, techniques, procedures, and air battle strategy

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in work that requires accuracy and attention to detail
Interest in technical electronic, mechanical, and computer systems
Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
Ability to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to adapt to a wide range of working environments
Ability to work as a team member

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Technical (GT): 98
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 96

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

EARN CASH FOR IN-DEMAND JOBS

You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties.

EDUCATION BENEFITS
In the Army National Guard, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees; and an annual stipend for living expenses.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
While there is no direct job equivalent to an air defense battle management system operator in civilian life, the knowledge you gain about electronics systems can assist you as an electrician in the civilian world.

14S AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE CREWMEMBER

OVERVIEW
An air and missile defense crewmember is responsible for operating the Avenger system, a lightweight, highly mobile weapon system that provides air defense protection against air and land attacks.

JOB DUTIES

Operate the Avenger and man-portable air defense systems weapons systems
Establish radio/wire communications and maintain situation maps
Perform target engagement evaluations
Operate friend or foe identification equipment
Resupply ammunition and prepare systems for firing

TRAINING
Job training for an air and missile defense crewmember requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Advanced Individual Training: 10 weeks at Fort Bliss, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Methods of computing target locations
Ammunition-handling techniques
Missile and rocket system operations
Artillery tactics

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics
Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
Ability to multitask
Interest in missile and rocket operations
Capability to work as a team member

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Operators & Food (OF): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
140A Command and Control Systems Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
While there is no direct job equivalent to an air and missile defense operator in civilian life, the skills you learn, such as teamwork, discipline and leadership, will help you in any civilian career you choose.

15D Aircraft Powertrain Repairer

OVERVIEW
The aircraft powertrain repairer is primarily responsible for supervising, inspecting and performing maintenance on aircraft powertrain systems. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on airplanes and helicopters, aircraft powertrain repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

Repair powertrain quills, transmission adapting parts, rotary-wing hubs and tanks
Disassemble, repair, reassemble, adjust, balance and align powertrain systems
Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials
Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

TRAINING
Job training for an aircraft powertrain repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks, 4 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems
Engine disassembly, inspection and repair
Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics and shop mechanics
Interest in working with aircraft
Ability to use hand and power tools
Experience working with engine mechanics

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
151A Aviation Maintenance Technician (nonrated)

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an airframe/powerplant mechanic with aircraft manufacturers, commercial airlines and government agencies.

15F Aircraft Electrician

OVERVIEW
The aircraft electrician is primarily responsible for supervising, inspecting and performing maintenance on aircraft electrical systems. They ensure that the electrical systems on airplanes and helicopters are properly maintained and repaired.

JOB DUTIES

Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and electronic components
Maintain electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and nickel-cadmium batteries
Use and maintain common/special tools
Maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials
Prepare requests for turn-ins and repair parts

TRAINING
Job training for an aircraft electrician requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 14 weeks, 4 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Electrical theory and system maintenance
Troubleshooting procedures
Soldering skills

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
Problem-solving
Ability to use hand and power tools
Experience working with electronics and electronic equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 104

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
151A Aviation Maintenance Technician (nonrated)

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with intelligence agencies, commercial airlines and other organizations that have fleets of airplanes/helicopters.

15G Aircraft Structural Repairer

OVERVIEW
The aircraft structural repairer is primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on aircraft structures. With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on airplanes and helicopters, aircraft structural repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

Repair/replace aircraft structural components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures
Fabricate structural parts using metal-forming techniques and fiberglass materials
Make repairs to transparent plastic windows and enclosures
Balance fixed-wing aircraft controls and apply primers/paints on aircraft surfaces
Maintain facilities for storage of flammable/hazardous materials

TRAINING
Job training for an aircraft structural repairer 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 part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 14 weeks, 4 days at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Engine disassembly and repair
Repair of aluminum, steel, and fiberglass airframes/coverings
Repair of hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics
Ability to use hand and power tools

15N Avionic Mechanic

OVERVIEW
The avionic mechanic performs maintenance on tactical communications security, communication, navigation and flight control equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Perform maintenance checks on aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, avionic and controlled cryptographic equipment
Maintain common/special tools and equipment
Troubleshoot equipment and diagnose repairs
Maintain shop and bench stock for aircraft avionic equipment

TRAINING

Job training for an avionic mechanic requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 28 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 28 weeks at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Restoration of avionic systems and subsystems
Basic electronics theory
Common soldering and systems-installation practices

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
Interest in working with aircraft
Ability to work as a member of a team
Multitasking

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 93

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
151A Aviation Maintenance Technician (nonrated)

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with commercial airlines, aircraft manufacturers and other organizations that have fleets of airplanes/helicopters.

15P AVIATION OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The aviation operations specialist is primarily responsible for scheduling and dispatching tactical aircraft missions. They help operate one of the largest fleets of aircraft in the world and keep them running safely and efficiently.

JOB DUTIES

Process local and cross-country flight clearances
Check accuracy of flight plans and coordinate them
Maintain flight logs on incoming/outgoing flights and individual flight records
Alert crash crews of emergencies
Interpret and post weather reports

TRAINING

Job training for an aviation operations specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Advanced Individual Training: 7 weeks, 3 days at Fort Rucker, AL

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Introduction to Army National Guard aviation operations and record-keeping
Procedures for scheduling aircraft and assigning crews
Flight planning and airfield operations

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in working with computers
Ability to use typewriters and office machines
Interest in math, aircraft and air traffic
Experience keeping accurate records

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in aviation. Flight operations specialists often work for commercial and private airlines, air transport companies and airports.

15Q Air Traffic Control Operator

OVERVIEW
Control sky traffic from takeoff to landing. Your attention to detail must be superb, and your ability to multitask must be even better. Control the movement of multimillion-dollar equipment while ensuring that troops and machinery all arrive and depart safely.

JOB DUTIES

Control air and ground traffic
Install or relocate air traffic control facilities
Process flight plan data, maintain logs and collect tape recordings

TRAINING
Job training for an air traffic control operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Advanced Individual Training: 17 weeks at Fort Rucker, AL

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Air traffic control management and operational procedures
Communications and radar procedures
Aircraft recognition
Takeoff, landing and ground control procedures

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in work requiring accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Decisiveness and ability to work within strict standards
Ability to work as a team member

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 101

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
150A Air Traffic Control Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career at airports and traffic control centers or the U.S. Department of Defense.

15T UH-60 HELICOPTER REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The UH-60 helicopter repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of UH-60 helicopters (also known as Black Hawks). With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on these helicopters, UH-60 helicopter repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.

JOB DUTIES

Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls
Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems
Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks
Assist in diagnosing/troubleshooting

TRAINING

Job training for a UH-60 helicopter repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 14 weeks, 1 day at Fort Eustis, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Engine disassembly and repair
Repair of aluminum, steel and fiberglass airframes/coverings
Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for mathematics and shop mechanics
Interest in working with aircraft and engine mechanics
Ability to use hand and power tools

17C Cyber Operations Specialist

OVERVIEW
Cyber operations specialists execute defensive and offensive cyberspace operations (DCO and OCO). Cyber operations specialists ensure the freedom of maneuver within the cyberspace domain and deny the same to adversaries.

JOB DUTIES

Perform cyber attacks/defenses
Perform cyber intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance actions on specified systems and networks
Conduct network terrain audits, penetration testing, basic digital forensics data analysis, and software threat analysis
React to cyberspace events, employ cyberspace defense infrastructure capabilities, collect basic digital forensics data, provide incident response impact assessments and produce network security posture assessments

REQUIREMENTS
Those who wish to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army National Guard jobs are best for you.

TRAINING
Job training for a cyber operations specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and two phases of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Phase 1 is located in Corry Station, FL, for 25 weeks, and phase 2 is located in Fort Gordon, GA, for 20 weeks.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Conducting defensive cyberspace operations
Conducting offensive cyberspace operations
Analyzing information

HELPFUL SKILLS

Self-discipline, confidence and intelligence
Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
Ability to make quick decisions
Capability to bear numerous responsibilities

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Technical (GT) : 110
Skilled Technical (ST) : 112

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

COMPENSATION
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

EDUCATION BENEFITS
In the Army National Guard, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees, and an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in certain government agencies, as well as jobs in private electronic/communication companies.

17E Electronic Warfare Specialist

OVERVIEW

The electronic warfare specialist advises and assists the commander on electronic warfare operations. This person makes use of electromagnetic and directed energy to control the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) and defeat the enemy through planning, coordination, integration, and execution of electronic attack (EA), electronic protection (EP), and electronic support (ES).

JOB DUTIES

Plan and execute electronic warfare operations
Target adversaries’ electronic systems
Defeat adversaries’ electronic systems

REQUIREMENTS

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

TRAINING

Job training for an electronic warfare specialist requires 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Radio wave theory
Planning and execution of electronic warfare operations
Determining proper frequencies

HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to work as a team member
Ability to perform strenuous physical activities
Interest in computers and technology

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Surveillance & Communications (SC): 100
Electronics (EL): 100
Skilled Technical (ST): 100

COMPENSATION

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

EDUCATION BENEFITS

In the Army National Guard, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees; and an annual stipend for living expenses.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in certain government agencies, as well as jobs in private electronic/communication companies.

25B INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
Maintain and troubleshoot systems that support the Army’s logistics and classified data. Build firewalls that can withstand any cyberattack and the programs that Guard Soldiers rely on to accomplish their mission.

JOB DUTIES

•    Perform maintenance on networks, hardware and software
•    Help others learn to use networks and software
•    Build and test your own computer applications

REQUIREMENTS
To serve in the Guard, you must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identifies which Army National Guard job is best for you. You must also be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance.

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 95

TRAINING
Job training for an information technology specialist, requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
•    Use of computer consoles and equipment
•    Computer systems concepts
•    Planning, designing and testing computer systems

HELPFUL SKILLS
•    Interest in computer science
•    Attention to detail
•    Ability to communicate effectively
•    Experience in installation of computers

25C RADIO OPERATOR-MAINTAINER

OVERVIEW
Radio operator-maintainers are responsible for the maintenance of radio communication equipment. This equipment needs to work in order for the Army to direct the movement of its troops.

JOB DUTIES

Perform maintenance of communication equipment and security devices
Prepare, transmit, receive and record messages
Maintain assigned power generators

TRAINING
Job training for a radio operator-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 12 weeks, 4 days at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Mechanical and electrical principles
Preventive maintenance procedures
Line installation and wiring techniques
Communication of security policies and procedures

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for working with electronic equipment
Interest in solving problems

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Surveillance & Communications (SC): 98
Electronics (EL): 98

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in communications and electronic equipment.

25D Cyber Network Defender

OVERVIEW
The cyber network defender performs specialized computer network defense duties, including infrastructure support, incident response, auditing and managing. The cyber network defender also protects against and detects unauthorized activity in the cyberspace domain and uses a variety of tools to analyze and respond to attacks.

JOB DUTIES

Test, implement and deploy infrastructure hardware and software
Respond to crisis or urgent situations within the network to mitigate immediate and potential cyber threats
Use defensive measures and information collected from a variety of sources to identify, analyze and report events that occur or might occur within the network in order to protect information, information systems and networks from threats
Provide detailed analysis reports as necessary
Use mitigation, preparedness, and response and recovery approaches as needed
Conduct assessments of threats and vulnerabilities

REQUIREMENTS
In order to qualify as a cyber network defender, the successful candidate must have:

An SSG, MOS immaterial, with at least four years of experience in IA and IT; this experience must be verified by the personnel development officer.
Top Secret security clearance.

Contact your recruiter for additional requirements

TRAINING
Job training for cyber network defender is conducted under the auspices of the USA Signal School at Fort Gordon, GA. Training will last 14 weeks and will be both in Classroom and Hands on. Contact your commanding officer for inquiries regarding waivers.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Conducting defensive cyberspace operations
Conducting offensive cyberspace operations
Analyzing information

HELPFUL SKILLS

Self-discipline, confidence and intelligence
Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
Ability to make quick decisions
Capability to bear numerous responsibilities

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Technical (GT) : 105
Skilled Technical (ST) : 105

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

COMPENSATION
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

EDUCATION BENEFITS
In the Army National Guard, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees; and an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in certain government agencies, as well as jobs in private electronic/communication companies.

25L Cable Systems Installer Maintainer

OVERVIEW
Cable systems installer-maintainers are primarily responsible for the maintenance of cable/wire communications systems, communication security devices and other associated equipment. This equipment needs to work in order for the Army to direct the movement of its troops.

JOB DUTIES

Perform tests on cable communications systems and circuit groups
Operate manual and motorized cable construction equipment
Install and repair circuits and wiring
Maintenance on power generators

TRAINING
Job training for a cable systems installer-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 10 weeks, 2 days at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Mechanical and electrical principles
Preventive maintenance procedures
Line installation and wiring techniques
Communication security policies and procedures

HELPFUL SKILLS

Preference for working with electronic equipment
Interest in solving problems

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Surveillance & Communications (SC): 89
Electronics (EL): 89

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with companies that produce communications and electronic equipment.

25N Nodal Network Systems Operator Maintainer

OVERVIEW
The nodal network systems operator-maintainer is responsible for making sure that the lines of communication are always up and running. They maintain strategic and tactical nodal systems.

JOB DUTIES

Perform field-level maintenance on electronic nodal assemblages, combat net radios and ancillary communications equipment
Perform system/network operations and correct system faults
Maintain all internal communications systems devices

TRAINING
Job training for a nodal network systems operator-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 25 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 25 weeks, 1 day at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Electronic switching systems and wide-area network (WAN) repair
Maintaining telephone exchange
Maintaining Internet Protocol

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in working with nodal equipment
Knowledge of Internet Protocol
Configuring, operating and troubleshooting routers and e-switches
Ability to work as a team member

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Electronics (EL): 102
Surveillance & Communications (SC): 105

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in network support, data processing and computer programming.

25Q MULTICHANNEL TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OPERATOR-MAINTAINER

OVERVIEW
A multichannel transmission systems operator-maintainer works directly on equipment that communicates through more than one channel. They are responsible for the maintenance check of these devices, antennae and associated equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain assigned equipment, vehicles, security devices and power generators
Analyze BIT/BITE diagnostics to isolate faults in line-replaceable units

TRAINING
Job training for a multichannel transmission systems operator-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 20 weeks at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Operating multichannel transmission equipment and diagnostic equipment
Performing maintenance on associated transmission vehicles
Participating in more classes and training as your career continues

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in working with radios and transmissions
Ability to apply electronic principles and concepts
Preference for working on electronics and fiber optics
Strong problem-solving skills

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Electronics (EL): 98
Surveillance & Communications (SC): 98

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
225N Network Management Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with companies that produce communications and electronic equipment.

25S Satellite Communication Systems Operator Maintainer

OVERVIEW
Help keep open the line of communication that missions and lives depend on. Maintain a multichannel radar system that spans the entire Army. Everyone will depend on you, from first-class privates to four-star generals.

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain satellite communications equipment and associated devices
• Conduct network operations
• Prepare system- and equipment-related forms and reports

TRAINING
Job training for a satellite communications systems operator-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 28 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 28 weeks at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Use of various types of communications equipment
Working with codes
Maintenance and care of communications equipment

HELFUL SKILLS

Interest in communications equipment and satellite systems
Ability to perform physically and mentally under pressure
Can thrive in a team environment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 117

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
225N Network Management Technician
948B Electronic Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer (with approved feeder MOS waiver)

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a communications equipment operator at airports, telephone companies and police/fire stations.

25U SIGNAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
Signal support systems specialists are primarily responsible for working with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices. This equipment needs to work in order for the Army to direct the movement of its troops.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain radio and data distribution systems
Perform signal support functions and technical assistance for computer systems
Provide technical assistance and training for local-area networks
Maintain equipment, terminal devices, assigned vehicles and power generators

TRAINING
Job training for a signal support systems specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 16 weeks at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Mechanical and electrical principles
Preventive maintenance procedures
Line installation and wiring techniques
Communication security policies and procedures

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in working with electronic equipment
Strong problem-solving skills

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Surveillance & Communications (SC): 92
Electronics (EL): 93

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
255A Information Services Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with companies that produce communications and electronic equipment. Additional study and two years of electronics experience will also qualify you for certification as an associate certified electronics technician.

27D PARALEGAL SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The paralegal specialist provides legal/administrative support in areas of criminal law, family law, international law, contract law and fiscal law. They assist judges, Army National Guard lawyers and unit commanders with legal matters and judicial work.

JOB DUTIES

Provide paralegal support to unit commanders and the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate.
Provide legal documents in courts-martial, nonjudicial punishments and other military justice matters
Prepare line of duty determinations, separation board proceedings and other administrative law matters
Assistance in the family law arena, such as powers of attorney, wills and separation decrees

TRAINING
Job training for a paralegal specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction.

Advanced Individual Training: 10 weeks, 3 days at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Legal terminology and research techniques
Preparation of legal documents
Army National Guard judicial process
Interviewing witnesses

HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to supervise those in a command
Providing technical guidance to subordinates
Maintaining law/administrative library
Monitoring and reviewing actions for accuracy

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Clerical (CL): 105

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
270A Legal Administrator

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a legal assistant or a court clerk.

31B Military Police

OVERVIEW
Military police protect the lives and property on Army National Guard installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. They also control traffic, prevent crime and respond to all emergencies.

JOB DUTIES

Complete law enforcement patrols
Interview witnesses, victims and suspects in investigations
Secure and process crime scenes
Arrest and charge criminal suspects

TRAINING
Job training for military police requires 20 weeks of One Station Unit Training and on-the-job instruction in police methods. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 9 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Basic warrior skills and use of firearms
Military/civil laws and jurisdiction
Investigating and collecting evidence
Traffic and crowd control
Arrest and restraint of suspects

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in law enforcement
Ability to make quick decisions
Ability to remain calm under heavy duress
Ability to interact well with people

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with federal, state and local law enforcement.

35F (Intelligence Analyst)

OVERVIEW
Know the threat. Defeat the threat. The Intelligence Analyst understands the threat and employs all the intelligence disciplines to anticipate the enemy’s next move. You provide decision-makers a holistic picture and assessment of the enemy’s capabilities and possible alternative outcomes using premier intelligence analytical tools.

JOB DUTIES

Receive, analyze and evaluate intelligence findings in support of mission requirements
Prepare intelligence products, reports and briefings to support the commander’s decision-making on the battlefield
Evaluate the threat’s capabilities, objectives and possible outcomes on the battlefield

TRAINING
Basic Combat Training: 10 weeks
Advanced Individual Training: 13 weeks

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Critical thinking
Preparing maps, charts and intelligence reports
Military symbology
Using sophisticated tools and cutting-edge intelligence equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 101

Learn more about the ASVAB.

CERTIFICATIONS
Multiple nationally recognized certifications available.

EDUCATION
Qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

Completion of MOS training can lead to college credit. Learn more about college planning and assistance.

OPTIONS FOR A SIGNING BONUS
See your Recruiter for details.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an analyst working for companies, embassies, and government agencies such as the Central Intelligence Agency and the Defense Intelligence Agency. Learn more about related occupations.

42A (Human Resources Specialist)

OVERVIEW
A human resources specialist is responsible for providing support that affects Soldiers’ overall welfare and well-being, while assisting leaders with keeping Soldiers combat-ready and effective.

JOB DUTIES

Assist on all human resource support matters
Oversee all strength management and strength distribution actions
Be responsible for the readiness, health and welfare of all Soldiers
Provide postal and personnel accountability support
Maintain emergency notification data

TRAINING
Job training for a human resources specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions on human resource systems. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 8 weeks, 5 days at Fort Jackson, SC

Additional training opportunities will be available based on the type of unit you are assigned to, including (but not limited to) postal operations, Airborne or Air Assault school.

HELPFUL SKILLS

Aptitude for English and business administration
Ability to follow detailed orders
Sound people skills

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Clerical (CL): 90

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
420A Human Resources Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
Companies need experienced human resources professionals with knowledge of human relations, payroll, records-keeping and other facets of employment. The skills acquired in the Army National Guard will be invaluable in continuing a human resources career after your Army National Guard service is complete.

42R ARMY NATIONAL GUARD BAND MUSICIAN

OVERVIEW
Musicians specialize in one (or more) of the following instruments: tuba, trombone, euphonium, bassoon, electric bass guitar, saxophone, flute or piccolo, oboe, clarinet, French horn, percussion, cornet or trumpet, guitar, and keyboard.

Musicians perform in a variety of ensembles, ranging from ceremonial band to jazz band to small ensembles, playing all styles of music. They are primarily responsible for performing and rehearsing as a professional musician within different ensembles of an Army National Guard band.

JOB DUTIES

Perform in all musical styles on your instruments, including (but not limited to) marching band, ceremonial band, concert band, classical, jazz, ethnic and popular music compositions
Perform on a musical instrument in a variety of ensembles, ranging from solo performance to full concert band
Tune an instrument to a given pitch
Transpose moderately easy music

TRAINING

Advanced Individual Training: Length and location are based on instrument

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
420C Bandmaster

56M RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (Chaplains Assistant)

OVERVIEW

Religious Affairs Specialists provide much-needed support to the chaplains during missions and everyday activities. A Religious Affairs Specialist’s primary purpose is support for the unit ministry team programs and worship services.

JOB DUTIES

Synchronize religious support in the contemporary operating environment
Coordinate force protection for religious support operations
Coordinate the circulation of the unit ministry team in the contemporary operating environment
Operate communication equipment and digital reporting systems
Assist in planning religious support operations and deployments
Maintain reports, files and administrative data for religious operations
Apply technology to religious operations
Conduct specialized peer counseling for combat stress casualties

TRAINING
Job training for a Religious Affairs Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, where you’ll learn basic Soldiering skills, and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

Advanced Individual Training: 6 weeks at Fort Jackson, SC

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Typing and clerical skills
Preparing forms and correspondence in Army National Guard style
Roles and responsibilities of Army National Guard Chaplains
Religious history and background

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in an organization and keeping accurate records
Preference for clergy office work
Experience operating typewriters, computers and other office machines
Ability to organize and plan

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Clerical (CL): 90

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills learned can be applied to many positions assisting clergy members in churches, synagogues, or mosques.

68E DENTAL SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The dental specialist is primarily responsible for assisting Army National Guard dentists in examining and treating patients, as well as helping to manage dental offices.

JOB DUTIES

Prepare dental operatory; select and arrange instruments; measure and record temperature, blood pressure and pulse; and assist dentist during patient exams
Assist with administration of anesthesia, and in the placement and removal of sutures
Prepare restorative and impression materials
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and operate resuscitative equipment

TRAINING
Job training for a dental specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practicing dental care tasks. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 8 weeks at Fort Sam Houston, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Preventive dentistry
Dental office procedures
Radiology (X-ray) techniques
Dental hygiene procedures

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in biology and chemistry
Interest in helping others
Good hand-eye coordination
Ability to follow spoken instructions and detailed procedures

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a future at dental offices or clinics. You’ll be qualified to assist dentists in the treatment of patients, and to provide support as a dental assistant or dental hygienist.

With your extensive Army National Guard training and some additional study, you may qualify for certification either with the American Medical Technologists as a registered dental assistant or with the Dental Assisting National Board as a certified dental assistant.

68G PATIENT ADMINISTRATOR SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The patient administrator specialist is primarily responsible for supervising and performing administrative duties in the patient administration division of an Army National Guard hospital or other medical facility.

JOB DUTIES

Compile data and prepare required statistical reports
Initiate correspondence pertaining to medical records, medical board proceedings, line of duty investigations, and other records and reports pertaining to patient administration
Apply knowledge of medical terminology as it applies to anatomy and physiology
Maintain a medical record-tracking system within the medical treatment facility

TRAINING
Job training for an patient administrator specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in various office functions.

Advanced Individual Training: 6 weeks, 3 days at Fort Sam Houston, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

English grammar, spelling and punctuation
Typing and clerical skills
Setting up and maintaining filing and publication systems
Preparing forms and correspondence in military style

HELPFUL SKILLS

Ability to keep organized and accurate records
Interest in English, mathematics, business administration and typing
Preference for office work

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Clerical (CL): 90

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
Your Army National Guard training will be extremely valued in positions such as clerk typist, secretary, general office clerk, administrative assistant or office manager—whether it’s in hospital administration or in another corporate environment.

With your extensive Army National Guard training and some additional study, you may qualify for certification with the American Medical Technologists as a registered medical assistant.

68K Medical Laboratory Specialist

OVERIVEW
The medical laboratory specialist conducts tests on the tissue, blood and body fluids of patients.

JOB DUTIES

Perform elementary blood banking and clinical laboratory procedures in hematology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, serology, bacteriology, parasitology and urinalysis
Collect blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary puncture
Pack, unpack, inspect, store and distribute blood and blood products
Assemble, disassemble and maintain laboratory equipment

TRAINING
Job training for an medical laboratory specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice-testing specimens.

Advanced Individual Training: 52 weeks at Fort Sam Houston, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Medical laboratory procedures
Study of human parasites and diseases
Laboratory administration and record-keeping

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in biology, chemistry and algebra
Ability to follow detailed procedures precisely

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 106

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with privately owned laboratories, hospitals, clinics or research institutions.

The certifications available to you after continued study and experience are medical laboratory technician, cytotechnologist and clinical laboratory technician. Specific educational criteria must be met before you can qualify for certification.

68S Preventive Medicine Specialist

OVERVIEW
Preventive medicine specialists are primarily responsible for conducting or assisting with preventive medicine inspections, surveys and preventive medicine laboratory procedures. They also supervise preventive medicine facilities or serve on preventive medicine staffs.

JOB DUTIES

Conduct preventive medicine inspections
Assist with preventive medicine laboratory procedures
Conduct survey and control operations

TRAINING
Job training for an preventive medicine specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 15 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes on-the-job instruction and practice in testing specimens.

Advanced Individual Training: 15 weeks at Fort Sam Houston, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Sanitation inspection procedures
Understanding of parasites and diseases affecting humans
Bacteriological analysis of potable water

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in biology, chemistry and algebra
Ability to follow detailed procedures precisely
Interest in scientific and technical work

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 101

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
640A Veterinary Services Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a future with privately owned research institutions, public health departments and environmental sciences professions.

Through your extensive Army National Guard training and some additional study, you may be able to qualify for certification as a registered environmental health specialist/registered sanitarian and certified radiation protection technologist. Specific educational criteria must be met before you can qualify for certification.

68W HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The health care specialist is primarily responsible for providing emergency medical treatment, limited primary care, and health protection and evacuation from a point of injury or illness.

JOB DUTIES

Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties
Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment
Prepare blood samples for laboratory analysis
Prepare patients, operating rooms, equipment and supplies for surgery

TRAINING

Job training for a health care specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice of inpatient care.

Advanced Individual Training: 16 weeks at Fort Sam Houston, TX

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Patient care techniques
Emergency medical techniques
Methods of sterilizing surgical equipment
Plaster-casting techniques

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in helping and caring for others
Ability to communicate effectively and work under stressful conditions
Interest in chemistry, biology, psychology, general science and algebra
High attention to detail

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Skilled Technical (ST): 101
General Technical (GT): 107

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with civilian hospitals, clinics, nursing homes or rehabilitation centers. With a health care specialist background, you may consider a career as an emergency medical technician, medical assistant, medication aide or physician assistant.

With continued study and experience, you may qualify for certification with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as a first responder.

74D CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR (CBRN) SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
Be the first line of defense against weapons of mass destruction. You will be responsible for defending a nation against the biggest and most powerful threats that exist. You will be trained and trusted to handle defense measures, response operations, detection equipment and decontamination equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) equipment
Conduct CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance
Operate decontamination equipment in the event of a disaster
Camouflage recon and surveillance equipment

REQUIREMENTS
To serve in the Guard, you must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), it’s a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identifies which Army National Guard job is best for you.

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

TRAINING
To become a CBRN specialist, you will train for 10 weeks at Basic Training, where you will learn basic soldiering skills. After that, you will participate in 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on-the-job instruction. Split between the classroom and the field.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Operation of CBRN decontamination, defense, detection and monitoring equipment
Preparation for CBRN defense actions/procedures
Use of CBRN protective equipment
Hazardous materials certification (at the awareness level)
Exposure to toxic agents while wearing CBRN protective equipment

HELPFUL SKILLS

Effective communication skills
Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry
Ability to plan and organize
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under high stress

88M MOTOR TRANSPORT OPERATOR

OVERVIEW
Motor transport operators are primarily responsible for supervising or operating wheel vehicles to transport personnel and cargo. They are the backbone of the Army National Guard’s support and sustainment structure, providing advanced mobility on and off the battlefield.

JOB DUTIES

Operate all wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways
Manage load, unload and safety of personnel being transported
Oversee and check proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers
Employ convoy defense techniques
Identify, correct or report all vehicle deficiencies
Prepare vehicle for movement/shipment by air, rail or vessel.

TRAINING
Job training for a motor transport operator requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and six weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in simulation; however, more than 200 training hours are spent in actual vehicles and field training environments.

Advanced Individual Training: 6 weeks, 3 days at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

HELPFUL SKILLS

Experience in driver education
Interest in driving and mechanics

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Operators & Food (OF): 85

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with trucking, moving or bus companies, or with businesses that have their own delivery fleets. You’ll be able to consider a future as a tractor-trailer truck, tank truck, heavy truck or bus driver.

89B Ammunition Specialist

OVERVIEW
Ammunition specialists are specialized Soldiers who are responsible for the management of ordnance (ammunition and explosives). They are tasked with receiving, storing and issuing conventional ammunition, guided missiles, large rockets, explosives, and other ammunition- and explosive-related items.

JOB DUTIES

Perform maintenance modification, destruction and demilitarization on ammunition and explosive components
Operate computer hardware and software and oversee utilities manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures
Perform ammunition supply stock control and accounting duties using both automated and manual procedures
Inspect weapon systems to determine need for repair or destruction

TRAINING
Job training for an ammunition specialist 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 part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 8 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Ammunition identification and ammunition-related publications
Ammunition maintenance operations
Explosives demolition operations
Operation of automated and manual ammunition management systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry
Ability to communicate effectively
Interest in planning and organizing
Capability to work calmly under stress

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
890A Ammunition Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with government agencies and private industries performing ordnance research and development. You might also consider a future as a bomb disposal expert, gunsmith or munitions manufacturer.

91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

OVERVIEW
The wheeled vehicle mechanic is primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems
Inspect, service, maintain, repair, replace, adjust and test of wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components
Service automotive electrical systems, including wiring harness, starting and charging systems
Perform wheeled vehicle recovery operations

TRAINING
Job training for a wheeled vehicle mechanic requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 12 weeks at Fort Jackson, SC

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in auto mechanics and the industrial arts
Preference for physical work
Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical problems
Interest in automotive engines and how they work

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 92 OR
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 87
General Technical (GT): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
915A Automotive Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with service stations, auto dealers, farm equipment companies and state highway agencies. You’ll be able to pursue a career as a garage mechanic, carburetor mechanic, transmission mechanic, radiator mechanic, construction equipment mechanic or endless track vehicle mechanic.

91C UTILITIES EQUIPMENT REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The utilities equipment repairer is responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on utilities equipment and special-purpose support systems.

JOB DUTIES

Perform maintenance on bottle cleaning/charging stations
Inspect and repair air conditioner electrical systems, air conditioner vapor systems, refrigeration unit electrical systems, portable heater fuel/electrical systems, fire extinguisher recharging systems and fire extinguishers/valves

TRAINING
Job training for a utilities equipment repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 13 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in math, electricity and shop mechanics
Experience using tools

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Maintenance (GM): 98 OR
General Maintenance (GM): 88
General Technical (GT): 83

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
919A Engineer Equipment Repair Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in many industries, including hospitals, manufacturing firms and governmental agencies. With some additional certification, you could become a self-employed electric tool repairer, electrical instrument repairer, electric medical equipment repairer or electric motor repairer.

91D TACTICAL POWER GENERATION SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The tactical power generation specialist is responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and overhaul of power generation equipment, internal combustion engines and associated equipment in mobile and stationary power plants.

JOB DUTIES

Perform maintenance on tactical utility, precise power generation sets, internal combustion engines and associated equipment

TRAINING
Job training for a tactical power generation specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in maintaining electrical power systems.

Advanced Individual Training: 10 weeks, 3 days at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Generator and powerplant operations
Electrical generation and distribution
Diesel generator operation, disassembly, inspection and maintenance
Principles of electrical and electronic circuitry

HELPFUL SKILLS

Experience using hand and power tools
Interest in electricity and working with large machinery

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Maintenance (GM): 98 OR
General Maintenance (GM): 88
General Technical (GT): 88

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
919A Engineer Equipment Repair Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a powerplant electrician at a construction company, manufacturer or utility company.

91E ALLIED TRADES SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The allied trade specialist is primarily responsible for supervising and performing the fabrication, repair and modification of metallic and nonmetallic parts. They operate lathes, drill presses, grinders and other machine shop equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Fabricate, repair and modify metallic and nonmetallic parts
Utilize such machines as engine lathes, utility grinders, power cutoff saws, hydraulic presses, drill presses, and oxyacetylene, electric arc, inert gas welding machines and their associated attachments, accessories and tools

TRAINING
Job training for an allied trades specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 18 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in machine operation.

Advanced Individual Training: 18 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Machine types, setup and operation
Use of different metals
Safety procedures

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in math, general science, metalworking and mechanical drawing
Preference for working with the hands
Ability to make things and find solutions to mechanical problems
Ability to apply mathematical formulas

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Maintenance (GM): 98 OR
General Maintenance (GM): 88
General Technical (GT): 92

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
914A Allied Trades Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with factories and repair shops in many industries, including the electrical product, automotive and heavy machinery industries.

91F SMALL ARMS/ARTILLERY REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The small arms/artillery repairer is responsible for keeping a wide array of weapons—from small arms to field artillery and large ballistic missiles—operating properly.

JOB DUTIES

Perform field and sustainment maintenance on small arms, infantry weapons and towed artillery

TRAINING
Job training for a small arms/artillery repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 13 weeks, 4 days at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Electronic and mechanical principles and concepts
Understanding schematics, drawings, blueprints and wiring diagrams
Operating electronic, electrical and mechanical test equipment
Operation, testing and maintenance of specific types of weapons systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Aptitude for science and math
Interest in working with electronic or electrical equipment
Talent for work requiring accuracy and attention to detail
Interest in working with weapons

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

General Maintenance (GM): 93 OR
General Maintenance (GM): 88
General Technical (GT): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
913A Armament Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an electronic mechanic, avionics technician or missile facilities repairer with firms that design, build and test weapons for the military.

91H TRACK VEHICLE REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The track vehicle repairer is primarily responsible for performing maintenance on tracked vehicles and supervising activities that include fuel and electrical system repair and maintenance.

JOB DUTIES

Repair diesel power plants/packs, compression ignition engine fuel systems and compression ignition air induction systems
Fix vehicle air cooling systems and vehicle liquid cooling systems, and track hull electrical systems and automatic transmission assemblies
Service track vehicle cross drive transmission assemblies, transfer assemblies, hydraulic brake systems and fire extinguisher/suppression systems

TRAINING
Job training for a track vehicle repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes palce in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 12 weeks, 3 days at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Engine repair and tune-up or replacement
Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems
Body repair and body panel replacement

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in auto mechanics and the industrial arts
Preference for physical work
Ability to Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 92 OR
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 87
General Technical (GT): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
915A Automotive Maintenance Warrant Officer
919A Engineer Equipment Repair Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREER
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with auto and construction equipment dealers and farm equipment companies. You’ll be able to pursue a career as a garage mechanic, carburetor mechanic, transmission mechanic, radiator mechanic or construction equipment mechanic.

91J QUARTERMASTER AND CHEMICAL EQUIPMENT REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The quartermaster and chemical equipment repairer is primarily responsible for supervising or performing maintenance on chemical equipment, quartermaster machinery, forced air heaters and special purpose equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain and repair electrical/fuel heater systems, pumps, decontamination systems, protective filter systems, reverse osmosis water purification systems, laundry washer/extractor systems and dryer/tumbler systems
Service internal combustion engine ignition/fuel/cooling/electrical systems
Perform damage assessment and repair

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

TRAINING
Job training for a quartermaster and chemical equipment repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in marine engine maintenance and repair. Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Internal combustion engine theory
Use and care of hand and power tools

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in shop mechanics, fixing engines and machinery
Ability to use hand and power tools
Preference for physical work

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Mechanical Maintenance (MM) : 92 OR
Mechanical Maintenance (MM) : 87
General Technical (GT) : 85

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

COMPENSATION
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

EDUCATION BENEFITS
In the Army National Guard, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees; and an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with the marine transportation, commercial fishing, oil exploration or oil drilling industries. You’ll be able to consider a future as a marine engine mechanic.

91L CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
Construction equipment repairers are responsible for maintaining trucks, bulldozers, power shovels and other heavy equipment needed for construction operations.

JOB DUTIES

Maintain and replace brake actuators, batteries, starter motors, mechanical fuel pumps and hydraulic cylinders/pumps/control valves
Service drive shafts, universal joints, brake shoes, water pumps and turbochargers
Maintain and replace cylinder heads, high-pressure fuel injection pumps and road wheels
Adjust engine speed of governor/valves, carburetors, steering brakes, fuel injector racks and steering unit brake levers
Charge suspension accumulators, transmission shift accumulators and main hydraulic accumulators

TRAINING
Job training for a construction equipment repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 8 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which takes place partially in the classroom and partially in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 8 weeks

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Engine repair and tune-up
Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems
Repairing and replacing body panels, fenders and radiators
Troubleshooting hydraulic systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in math, electricity and shop mechanics
Experience using tools
Interest in electric motors and appliances
Aptitude for problem-solving

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 92 OR
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 87
General Technical (GT): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
915A Automotive Maintenance Warrant Officer
919A Engineer Equipment Repair Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career at service stations, auto and construction equipment dealers, farm equipment companies, and state highway agencies. You can also consider a future as a garage mechanic, carburetor mechanic, transmission mechanic, construction equipment mechanic or endless track vehicle mechanic.

91S Stryker Systems Maintainer

OVERVIEW
The Stryker systems maintainer works as part of a team to maintain the Stryker family of vehicles and keep the vehicles and the operating systems running smoothly.

Some of those vehicles include the M1128 Mobile Gun System, M1132 Engineer Support Vehicle, M1133 Medical Evacuation Vehicle and M1135 NBC Recon Vehicle.

JOB DUTIES

Performs field- and sustainment-level maintenance on various vehicle systems to include the suspension systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems, fire extinguisher/suppression systems and vehicular mounted armament
Supervises compliance with shop safety program and use, and maintenance and security of power tools
Diagnoses and troubleshoots malfunctions
Supervises and provides technical guidance to junior-grade Soldiers
Performs battlefield damage assessment and repair

TRAINING
Job training fro a Stryker systems maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including inspection and repair of Stryker engines and systems.

Advanced Individual Training: 17 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Engine disassembly and repair
Repair of hydraulic, fuel and electrical systems
Repair and maintenance of armament systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics, shop mechanics and engine mechanics
Ability to use hand and power tools

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 87 OR
General Technical (GT): 85
Mechanical Maintenance (MM): 92

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
913A Armament Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer
915A Automotive Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with auto and construction equipment dealers and farm equipment companies. You’ll be able to pursue a position as a garage mechanic, carburetor mechanic, transmission mechanic, radiator mechanic or construction equipment mechanic.

92A AUTOMATED LOGISTICAL SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The automated logistical specialist is primarily responsible for supervising and performing management or warehouse functions in order to maintain equipment records and parts.

JOB DUTIES

Establish and maintain stock records and other documents, such as inventory, material control, accounting and supply reports
Review and verify quantities received against bills of contracts, purchase requests and shipping documents
Unload, unpack, count, segregate, palletize and store incoming supplies and equipment
Construct bins, shelving and other storage aids
Simplify and standardize the collection and use of maintenance data
Raise the quality and accuracy of performance, cost and parts data through improved maintenance management

TRAINING
Job training for an automated logistical specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in handling and storing stock.

Advanced Individual Training: 9 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Stock control and accounting procedures
Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
Movement, storage and maintenance of ammunition
Procedures for handling medical and food supplies

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics, book keeping, accounting, business administration and/or typing
Ability to keep accurate records
Preference for Enjoyment of physical work
Interest in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Clerical (CL): 90

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
920B Supply Systems Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a stock control clerk, parts clerk or storekeeper with civilian factories, repair shops, department stores, and government warehouses and stockrooms.

92F PETROLEUM SUPPLY SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
Petroleum supply specialists are primarily responsible for supervising and managing the reception, storage and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum-based products.

JOB DUTIES

Receive and stock bulk and package products
Issue and dispense bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units
Select and submit samples to laboratory for testing
Perform petroleum and water accounting duties
Operate equipment used with petroleum and water distribution system and multiproduct pipeline system

TRAINING
Job training for a petroleum suplly specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in using petroleum.

Advanced Individual Training: 10 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Operating airplane refueling systems and equipment
Planning and scheduling petroleum transport
Operating pumps, pipelines and tanker equipment
Safety regulations and procedures for handling dangerous materials
Testing oil and fuels

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in shop mechanics and business math
Ability to follow spoken instructions
Preference for physical work

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)

Clerical (CL): 86
Operators & Food (OF): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
923A Petroleum Systems Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with oil refineries, pipeline companies, and tanker truck and ship lines.

92G FOOD SERVICE SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The food service specialist is primarily responsible for the preparation and service of food in field or garrison food service operations.

JOB DUTIES

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and sauté as prescribed by Army National Guard recipes
Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment
Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment

TRAINING
Job training for a food service specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in food preparation.

Advanced Individual Training: 8 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Standard and dietetic menus and recipes
Preparation and cooking of various foodstuffs and bakery products
Food and supply ordering
Storage of meats, poultry and other perishable items

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in cooking, home economics, health, mathematics, accounting and chemistry

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Operators & Food (OF): 85

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
922A Food Service Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a future with civilian cafes, restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, hospitals, manufacturing plants, schools and other organizations that have their own dining facilities. Depending on your specialty, you’ll be able to pursue a career as a cook, chef, meat cutter, butcher or baker.

92W WATER TREATMENT SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
Water treatment specialists are primarily responsible for supervising or performing the installation and operation of water purification equipment, as well as dealing with water storage and distribution operations and activities. They also inspect facilities and food supplies for the presence of disease, germs or other conditions hazardous to health and the environment.

JOB DUTIES

Perform water quality analysis testing and verification
Assist in water reconnaissance and site preparation
Operate and maintain water treatment equipment
Assist in setup of water treatment activity

TRAINING
Job training for a water treatment specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in testing different products.

Advanced Individual Training: 13 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Identification of health hazards
Inspection of food products, food service operations, wastewater and waste disposal facilities

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in algebra, biology, chemistry and general science
High attention to detail
Interest in protecting the environment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
General Maintenance (GM): 88

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
923A Petroleum Systems Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with local, state or federal government agencies. You’ll be able to consider a future as a food and drug inspector, public health inspector, health and safety inspector or industrial hygienist.

92Y UNIT SUPPLY SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW
The unit supply specialist is primarily responsible for supervising or performing tasks involving the general upkeep and maintenance of all Army National Guard supplies and equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Receive, inspect, inventory, load/unload, store, issue and deliver supplies and equipment
Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment
Issue and receive small arms. Secure and control weapons and ammunition in security areas
Schedule and perform preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons
Operate unit-level computers

TRAINING
Job training for a unit supply specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and eight weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in handling and storing stock.

Advanced Individual Training: 8 weeks at Fort Lee, VA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Procedures for shipping, receiving, storing and issuing stock
Stock control and accounting procedures
Procedures for handling medical and food supplies
Movement, storage and maintenance of ammunition

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics, bookkeeping, accounting, business administration and/or typing
Ability to keep accurate records
Preference for physical work
Interest in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Clerical (CL): 90

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
920A Property Accounting Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you’ll learn will help prepare you for a career as a stock control clerk, parts clerk or storekeeper with factories, repair shops, department stores, and government warehouses and stockrooms.

94E RADIO AND COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The radio/communications security repairer performs or supervises field- and sustainment -level maintenance on radio receivers, transmitters, communication security equipment, controlled cryptographic items and other associated equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Install and repair circuits and wiring
Calibrate and align equipment components
Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment; test program sets; and interactive electronic technical manuals to troubleshoot and repair equipment
Perform preventive maintenance checks and services on equipment

TRAINING
Job training for a radio communications security repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field.

Advanced Individual Training: 24 week at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Mechanical, electronic and electrical principles
Preventive maintenance procedures
Line installation and wiring technique
Communication security policy and procedure

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics and solving problems
High attention to detail
Interest in working with electrical, electronic and electromechanical equipment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 102

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
948B Electronic Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will prepare you for a career with companies that design and make communications and electronic equipment. Radio repair, radio mechanics, teletype repair and station installation are all potential positions to consider.

Through your extensive Army National Guard training, experience and some additional study, you may be able to qualify for Electronics Technician Association certification.

94F COMPUTER/DETECTION SYSTEMS REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The computer/detection systems repairer performs maintenance and repair on a variety of critical systems and equipment, including microcomputers and electromechanical telecommunications equipment, field artillery digital devices, Global Positioning System receivers, night vision devices/equipment, and laser and fiber optic systems.

JOB DUTIES

Test equipment to determine operational condition and troubleshoot to determine faults
Replace equipment parts such as resistors, switches and circuit boards
Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment; test program sets; and interactive electronic technical manuals to troubleshoot and repair equipment
Test repaired items to ensure compliance
Perform preventive maintenance checks on equipment

TRAINING
Job training for a computer/detection systems repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts.

Advanced Individual Training: 17 weeks at Fort Gordon, GA

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Electronic principles
Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment
Equipment repair

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics, solving problems and electronic equipment repair
High attention to detail

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 102

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
948B Electronic Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help you pursue a career with manufacturing companies, medical research facilities, satellite communications firms or commercial airline companies. The same skills may also prepare you for a future with the Federal Aviation Administration, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration or the National Weather Service.

Through your extensive Army National Guard training, experience and some additional study, you may be able to qualify for Electronics Technician Association certification as an Associate Certified Electronics Technician.

94M RADAR REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
The radar repairer is an essential member of the Army National Guard communications maintenance team and performs maintenance on ground surveillance radar and associated equipment.

JOB DUTIES

Inspect, test and adjust system components and test equipment to specific tolerances
Perform initial, in-process and on-site technical and quality control inspections
Troubleshoot radar and associated equipment assemblies, subassemblies, and modular and circuit elements for deficiencies and malfunctions
Repair, remove and replace defective components and parts
Prepare and maintain equipment logs, equipment modification and utilization records, exchange tags, and calibration data cards

TRAINING
Job training for a radar repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 44 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions, including practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts.

Advanced Individual Training: 11 weeks at Fort Lee, VA, and 33 weeks at Fort Sill, OK

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Application of electronic principles and concepts
Inspection techniques and procedures
Use of electronic test equipment
Repair and replacement of radar equipment

HELPFUL SKILLS

General understanding of math and physics
Interest in working with electronic equipment and radar communication
Ability to apply electronic principles and concepts

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 107

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
948B Electronic Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer
948D Electronic Missile Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will prepare you for a career as a communications technician with engineering firms, the federal government, or aircraft and military hardware manufacturers.

94T AVENGER SYSTEM REPAIRER

OVERVIEW
As an essential member of the Army National Guard’s weapons maintenance team, the AVENGER system repairer is primarily responsible for performing and supervising maintenance on the AVENGER system, a lightweight, highly mobile and transportable surface-to-air missile/gun weapons system that provides short-range air defense protection against air and land attacks.

JOB DUTIES

Determine malfunctions in electronics, electrical and cryogenic assemblies, module, and circuit elements
Maintain gyroscopes, sights and other electro-optical fire control components
Repair and maintain missile mounts, platforms and launch mechanisms
Test and adjust weapons firing, guidance and launch systems
Inspect, test and adjust components
Remove and replace defective line units

TRAINING
Job training for an AVENGER system repairer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 18 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instruction.

Advanced Individual Training: 18 weeks

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

Principles and concepts of electronics and mechanics
Using electronic, electrical and mechanical test equipment
Understanding schematics, drawings, blueprints and wiring diagrams
Operating, testing and maintaining weapons systems

HELPFUL SKILLS

Interest in mathematics, science, and electronic or electrical equipment
High attention to detail
Interest in working with weapons

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Electronics (EL): 98

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
948D Electronic Missile Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The weapons repair skills you learn will help you progress at firms that design, build and test weapons systems for the military.

All AIT school lengths are approximate and subject to change. All MOS's listed are North Dakota Army National Guard MOS's. They are subject to availability and will be verified before any MOS can be approved.

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All AIT school lengths are approximate and subject to change. All MOS's listed are North Dakota Army National Guard MOS's. They are subject to availability and will be verified before any MOS can be approved.

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