17E Electromagnetic Warfare Specialist

OVERVIEW
The Electromagnetic Warfare Specialist advises and assists the commander on electromagnetic warfare operations. This person makes use of electromagnetic and directed energy to control the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) and defeat the enemy through planning, coordination, integration, and execution of electromagnetic attack (EA), electromagnetic protection (EP), and electromagnetic support (ES).

JOB DUTIES

• Plan and execute electromagnetic warfare operations
• Target adversaries' electronic systems
• Defeat adversaries' electronic systems 

REQUIREMENTS
Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army National Guard jobs are best for you.

TRAINING
Job training for an Electromagnetic Warfare Specialist requires 28 weeks and 4 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Gordon, GA. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instruction.

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

• Radio wave theory
• Planning and execution of electromagnetic warfare operations
• Determining proper frequencies

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities
• Interest in computers and technology

COMPENSATION
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay and vacation time.

EDUCATION BENEFITS
In the Army National Guard, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees; and an annual stipend for living expenses. 

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in certain government agencies, as well as jobs in private electronic/communication companies.

NO LIMITS TO A SOLDIER'S SUCCESS
The Army National Guard provides its members with countless training and schooling opportunities. Not all require you to attend classes. Correspondence classes and a variety of distance learning courses are made available to assist Soldiers both personally and professionally. Soldiers are given every opportunity to grow — especially when it comes to their career.

EXCEPTIONAL REWARDS FOR YOUR SERVICE
The Army National Guard offers real, tangible rewards for serving part-time in defense of our country. The Army National Guard provides you with the financial assistance to help pay for your education. Yours will be a serious commitment, and one that will be rewarded.

• Monthly paycheck
• Tuition Assistance
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Student Loan Repayment - up to $50,000
• Specialized training in over 150 career fields
• Excellent retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance and health care
• 401(k)-type savings plan (Thrift Savings Plan)

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO CONSIDER
The Army National Guard provides its members with countless training and schooling opportunities. Not all require you to attend classes. Correspondence classes and a variety of distance learning courses are made available to assist Soldiers both personally and professionally. Soldiers are given every opportunity to grow — especially when it comes to their career.

• Affordable medical and dental care for you and your family (TRICARE Reserve Select)
• Low-cost life insurance (SGLI)
• Free academic testing and counseling
• Begin planning for your retirement with the Blended Retirement System (BRS)
• Discounted and tax-free grocery and shopping privileges at post exchanges and commissaries
• Free military air flights based on space availability
• Access to recreational facilities on military installations