Elite Forward Observer — Fire Support Specialist

DC Army National Guard; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 9,100 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly pay

GI Bill

Tuition help

Retirement benefit

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Student loan repayment

Health benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking a Fire Support Specialist (Forward Observer) to join an elite field artillery team. You will identify targets, relay data to artillery units, and operate communications equipment and laser range finders.

As you gain experience, you may supervise teammates, prepare observer target lists, and participate in fire control planning and observation post operations during training and field exercises.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
• Citizenship requirements must be met.
• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard is required.
• Age range 17–35.

Responsibilities

• Provide target acquisition and relay information to artillery units.
• Operate communications equipment and laser range finders.
• Compute target locations using computers or calculations.
• Prepare and distribute fire support plans.
• Supervise and train others; initiate suppressive fire and man observation posts as needed.

Skills

Fit under pressure

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking a Fire Support Specialist (Forward Observer) to join an elite field artillery team. You will identify targets, relay data to artillery units, and operate communications equipment and laser range finders.

As you gain experience, you may supervise teammates, prepare observer target lists, and participate in fire control planning and observation post operations during training and field exercises.