Field Artillery Surveyor/Meteorological Crewmember

Overview

The field artillery surveyor/meteorological crewmember is responsible for monitoring weather conditions so the field artillery team can fire and launch missiles accurately. Their role is crucial in the support of infantry and tank units during combat.

Job duties

• Operate meteorological, peripheral and computer equipment
• Perform astronomic observations
• Prepare meteorological balloons for launching
• Develop meteorology data, record field data, prepare schematic sketches and mark survey stations
• Perform maintenance on vehicles, radios, weapons and all survey equipment

Training

Job training for a field artillery surveyor/meteorological crewmember requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part of it takes place in the field under simulated combat conditions. Advanced Individual Training takes place over 10 weeks and 1 day at Fort Sill, OK. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Methods of computing target locations Artillery tactics and field combat strategy Ammunition-handling techniques Gun, missile and rocket system operations

Required ASVAB score

Electronics (EL): 93 Learn more about the ASVAB .

Helpful skills

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

Civilian career relevance

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a construction site surveyor, as a construction work estimator or within the field of precision instrument repair.