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Air & Missile Defense (AMD) 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 System 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
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 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 in the field under simulated combat conditions.
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
Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure
Ability to multi-task
Interest in missile and rocket operations
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.
