Artillery Cannon Crewmember & Fire Direction Specialist

National Guard; Morgantown, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Army National Guard seeks a Cannon Crewmember to operate howitzers and support artillery missions in defense of the nation. You’ll learn firing procedures, target acquisition, and field tactics while advancing your leadership and technical skills.

Initial training includes Basic Training (10 weeks) followed by seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), with paid participation, tuition assistance, and opportunities for civilian credentialing and career growth.

Qualifications

• Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure.
• Ability to make quick decisions.
• Capable of working as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Conducting wire and radio communications.
• Identifying target locations.
• Setting, loading, and firing artillery.
• Using computers to generate fire direction data.
• Operating heavy and light wheeled trucks and tracked vehicles.
• Transporting and managing artillery ammunition.
• Maintaining operational readiness of vehicles and equipment.
• Participate in reconnaissance operations.

Skills

Physical fitness

Decision making

Teamwork

Job description

Army National Guard seeks a Cannon Crewmember to operate howitzers and support artillery missions in defense of the nation. You’ll learn firing procedures, target acquisition, and field tactics while advancing your leadership and technical skills.

Initial training includes Basic Training (10 weeks) followed by seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), with paid participation, tuition assistance, and opportunities for civilian credentialing and career growth.