Artillery Crewmember & Weapons Systems Specialist

DC Army National Guard; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Part-time retirement benefits

Life insurance

Savings plan (401k-like)

Student Loan Repayment

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses (if applicable)

Drill weekend pay

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cannon Crewmembers who support national defense through artillery operations and battlefield readiness. You will learn to deploy howitzers, manage ammunition, and execute fire direction data with modern systems.

Gain hands-on training while earning a regular paycheck. As experience grows, you’ll supervise crew members and oversee cannon operations, training, and maintenance, with opportunities for tuition assistance and comprehensive benefits for part-time

Qualifications

• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform under demanding conditions.
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions in the field.
• Capable of working effectively as part of a team.

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

Physically fit

Decision making

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cannon Crewmembers who support national defense through artillery operations and battlefield readiness. You will learn to deploy howitzers, manage ammunition, and execute fire direction data with modern systems.

Gain hands-on training while earning a regular paycheck. As experience grows, you’ll supervise crew members and oversee cannon operations, training, and maintenance, with opportunities for tuition assistance and comprehensive benefits for part-time