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Ammunition Stock Control and Accounting Specialist
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OVERVIEW
The ammunition stock control and accounting specialist operates the Standard Ammunition and Accounting System-Modernized computer hardware and software, and utilizes manual records to perform stock control and accounting procedures for ammunition, explosives and associated explosive components.
JOB DUTIES
Perform ammunition supply stock control and accounting duties using both automated and manual procedures
Maintain hardware and software systems and manual records required to successfully perform stock control and accounting procedures for ammunition and explosives
REQUIREMENTS
Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.
TRAINING
Job training for an ammunition stock control and accounting 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 in the field.
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
Perform functions using the Standard Army Ammunition Modernized-System
Access to data browser to perform the automated issue, receipt, shipment, turn-in and maintenance transfer of ammunition
Create radio frequency identification system tags, and create applicable reports and input data
Upload/download automated data processing equipment, and perform individual warrior tasks and collective warrior battle drills
HELPFUL SKILLS
Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry
Aptitude for planning and organizing
Ability to communicate effectively
Work calmly under stress
COMPENSATION
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.
EDUCATION BENEFITS
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.
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.
