94A Land Combat Electronic Missile System Repairer

Land Combat Electronic Missile System Repairer Highly-mobile missile launchers give the Army National Guard a powerful edge on the battlefield. It’s your responsibility to keep these launchers in top fighting shape by testing and repairing missile electronic assemblies and tracking systems. In this role you will work primarily on the TOW antimissile system, the DRAGON antitank guided missile systems, and the Bradley Fighting Vehicle systems. Other duties include testing instruments and navigational controls, reading technical diagrams and manuals to locate and repair instrument parts, replacing equipment parts, performing quality control, inspecting and maintaining units, and repairing unserviceable items. As your skills increase, you may take on more challenging projects, such as training and supervising other Soldiers, providing technical assistance, installing equipment modifications, and performing more advanced quality control measures. Job Duties Determine shortcomings and malfunctions in electronic, electrical, mechanical, and circuit elements Repair unserviceable optical and infrared components Inspect, test, and adjust components to specified tolerances Perform quality control measures Skills You’ll Learn Principles of electronics Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment Equipment repair Helpful Skills Strong attention to detail Training and Career Path After 10 weeks of Basic Training, you will attend approximately 22 weeks of classroom instruction, including practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts. You will learn the principles of electronics, how to use and maintain electrical and electronic test equipment, and equipment repair. Through extensive Army National Guard training and experience, you may be eligible for Electronics Technician Association (ETA) certification. The skills gained open civilian career opportunities in manufacturing, medical research, satellite communications, the commercial airline industry, and federal government positions. Benefits Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part‑time service Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details) #J-18808-Ljbffr