PATRIOT MISSILE OPERATOR (14T)

Company Description

Full time positions available, full time comes with medial, dental insurance, housing, food allowance, and educational benefits. 

Job for position within the United States Army.

Job location varies

Call/Text 903-819-2675

Job Description

A PATRIOT launching station enhanced operator works directly with the PATRIOT launching stations. An important part of the Army’s air defense, the PATRIOT missile system can launch advanced-technology ammunition that is capable of neutralizing multiple air targets. 

• Place the PATRIOT launching system in the field
  
• Operate PATRIOT launcher electronic systems
  
• Perform preventative maintenance
  
• Handle and supply PATRIOT missiles
  
• Establish radio and wire communications in the field

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

In the Army, 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.

While there is no direct job equivalent in civilian life, the knowledge about electronics systems can assist you as an electrician in the civilian world.

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experience and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

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Qualifications

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

Job training for a PATRIOT launching station enhanced operator 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 in the field under simulated combat conditions.  

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Operating PATRIOT technology and rocket systems
  
• Artillery tactics and battle strategy

• Interest in missile and rocket operations
  
• Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure
  
• Interest in electronics
  
• Ability to multi-task
  
• Capable of working as a team member

Additional Information

No Experience Required. Training in the career field is at no cost to you, you will receive full pay during training, and benefits start immediately.Career also provides opportunities for rapid advancement and increased pay.

Job is for  position within the US ARMY.

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