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Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator/Maintainer
OVERVIEW
A PATRIOT fire control enhanced operator is responsible for operating/maintaining the entire PATRIOT missile system. An important part of the Army’s air defense, they launch advanced-technology ammunition that is capable of neutralizing multiple air targets.
JOB DUTIES
Responsible for placement of the PATRIOT system in the field
Real-time status reporting during combat
Maintenance on coordinate, communication and target-identification systems
Evaluate intelligence and identify targets
Establish radio and wire communications in the field
REQUIREMENTS
Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.
TRAINING
Job training for a PATRIOT fire control enhanced operator 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 in the field under simulated combat conditions.
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:
Operating PATRIOT technology and rocket systems
Calculating targets manually and electronically
Artillery tactics and battle strategy
HELPFUL SKILLS
Interest in missile and rocket operations
Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure
Ability to multi-task
Plotting and reading maps
Capable of working as a team member
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
While there is no direct job equivalent in civilian life, the skills you learn such as teamwork, discipline and leadership will help you in any civilian career you choose.
