140A Command and Control Systems Technician

JOB DUTIES

• Supervise and coordinate operations, data link management, maintenance, and training associated with Forward Area Air Defense (FAAD) Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) systems; PATRIOT with the automated Battery Command Post (BCP); Air and Missile Defense Planning Control System (AMDPCS); Brigade Combat Team (BCT); Theater Missile-Warning Detachment (TMWD), previously known as the Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS), with related equipment

• Coordinate the activities of computer technicians, for the maintenance of computers off the shelf, and common hardware and software, including related equipment

• Estimate repair priorities based on fix-or-fight criteria and availability of required funds and equipment

• Advise the commander on system use, capabilities, and configuration management for all Guard AMD C2 systems

• Handle material reporting and readiness, system use, and crew certifications

• Act as instructor for Soldiers and officers, teaching the use of available equipment and adapting the software that best supports Guard AMD C2 protocol

• Analyze and interpret data employed in the communications systems for a joint theater to support developing or sustained operations with the C2 equipment on hand, and when necessary, serve as the detachment commander

• Serve as the Guard track data coordinator for the regional area AMD coordinator and the regional interface control officer (RICO)

• Manage configuration for the AMDPCS, including related equipment

• Serve as data link manager, providing prioritization and standard operating procedures for joint interoperability

• Possibly serve in other nominative positions Guard-wide, with duties as instructors, career managers or staff positions in directorates

MINIMUM PREREQUISITES

• Be an SGT (E-5) or above 14J with four years' experience.14J SPC (P) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Hold MOS 14S with five years' MOS experience; three or more years' documented experience with UNIX, computer repair or tactical communication; and a mechanical or electrical score of 100 or more.
• Have a written recommendation from a senior warrant officer (CW3 or higher) in the career field for which you are applying (variations allowed based on limited population).
• Have a physical profile of not less than 111121 (physical profile waivers may be considered on a case-by-case basis).

Note: Army National Guard programs and benefits are subject to change. Your local warrant officer recruiter has the most up-to-date information about job availability and bonuses in your state.