Overview
An air and missile defense crewmember is responsible for operating the Avenger system, a lightweight, highly mobile weapon system that provides air defense protection against air and land attacks.
Job duties
- Operate the Avenger and man-portable air defense systems weapons systems
- Establish radio/wire communications and maintain situation maps
- Perform target engagement evaluations
- Operate friend or foe identification equipment
- Resupply ammunition and prepare systems for firing
Training
Job training for an air and missile defense crewmember requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sill, OK with on-the-job instruction. 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: Methods of computing target locations Ammunition-handling techniques Missile and rocket system operations Artillery tactics
Required ASVAB score
Operators & Food (OF): 85
Helpful skills
- Interest in mathematics
- Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
- Ability to multitask
- Interest in missile and rocket operations
- Capability to work as a team member
Civilian career relevance
While there is no direct job equivalent to an air and missile defense operator in civilian life, the skills you learn, such as teamwork, discipline and leadership, will help you in any civilian career you choose.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2023-07-17