Air Defense Battle Management Operator — Paid Training

DC Army National Guard; Bowling Green (VA); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type plan

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Job summary

DC Army National Guard seeks a role focused on operating, integrating, and maintaining the Sentinel Radar system to detect aerial threats and support air defense efforts. You will learn to coordinate with multiple units and use Army Joint systems to provide warning and airspace control.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, discipline, and the ability to adapt to diverse environments. A civilian-to-military pathway offers structured progression and benefits.

Qualifications

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard is required.
• Must be between 17 and 35 years old.
• Pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, move, and maintain the Sentinel Radar system across environments.
• Establish interoperability with allied and joint Air Defense units.
• Collect and process battlefield information from multiple sensors and systems.
• Provide airspace awareness and deconflict airspace to maintain air superiority.
• Monitor intelligence data and perform real-time status reporting during combat.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical systems interest

Multi-tasking

Team player

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard seeks a role focused on operating, integrating, and maintaining the Sentinel Radar system to detect aerial threats and support air defense efforts. You will learn to coordinate with multiple units and use Army Joint systems to provide warning and airspace control.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, discipline, and the ability to adapt to diverse environments. A civilian-to-military pathway offers structured progression and benefits.