Cannon Crewmember: Weapons Systems Tech (Paid Training)

DC Army National Guard; Plymouth Township (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Low-cost life insurance

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cannon Crewmembers to operate artillery, conduct target location identification, and coordinate fire direction data. You will support convoy and vehicle operations, ammunition handling, and equipment maintenance as part of a defense-focused team.

Training begins with Basic Training followed by AIT, paying while you learn. The role emphasizes leadership development and readiness for civilian employment, with opportunities during drill weekends.

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

Teamwork

Decision making

Under pressure

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking Cannon Crewmembers to operate artillery, conduct target location identification, and coordinate fire direction data. You will support convoy and vehicle operations, ammunition handling, and equipment maintenance as part of a defense-focused team.

Training begins with Basic Training followed by AIT, paying while you learn. The role emphasizes leadership development and readiness for civilian employment, with opportunities during drill weekends.