13J Fire Control Specialist

OVERVIEW
The Fire Control Specialist integrates and processes tactical battlefield information from multiple users and sensors through a network of Army National Guard and joint automated battle command systems.

JOB DUTIES

• Operate communications systems
• Work with primary tactical data system operations
• Manage databases
• Process fire missions

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 a Fire Control Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sill, OK with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions.

Some of the skills you'll learn are:

• Computing target locations
• Operating gun, missile and rocket systems
• Artillery tactics

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Interest in cannon and rocket operations
• Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
• Ability to multitask
• Capability to work as a team member

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Field Artillery (FA): 93

Learn more about the ASVAB. 

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 will learn will help you in any civilian career you choose. The experience you gain from dealing with various computer and communication systems can also be used in jobs such as computer programmer or telecommunication specialist.