Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager

Overview

The Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager watches over and manages the electromagnetic spectrum used by our forces' variety of communication devices, ensuring that forces stay in contact with one another.

Job duties

• Develop, produce and distribute the Signal Operating Instructions (SOI) using computer software programs
• Maintain a database of frequency requests and assignments, and perform periodic reviews and updates
• Take steps to resolve frequency interference reports and maintain a database of interference incidents
• Prepare and forward properly formatted frequency requests to the appropriate military or civilian agency for coordination and approval
• Perform unlimited frequency planning, selection and deconfliction using automated tools
• Perform system field-level maintenance on authorized signal equipment and associated electronic devices
• Operate and perform preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on assigned vehicles and power generators

Training

To become an Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager, a candidate must be a Staff Sergeant with less than 12 years in service and have Advanced Leader Course (ALC) or Structured Self Development (SSD) II completed. A candidate may be a Sergeant with a waiver granted by the Commandant, U.S. Army Signal School. If the candidate is a Sergeant, they must be promotable with Advanced Leader Course (ALC) or Structured Self-Development (SSD) II completed. Formal Training (completion of MOS 25E Course) is mandatory unless waived by the Commandant, U.S. Army Signal School.

Helpful skills

• Interest in electronics and communications
• Clear writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze issues, and identify and solve problems
• Computer knowledge and skills
• Confident decision-making skills
• Ability to work as a team member

Civilian career relevance

The skills you learn and use will help prepare you for a career with companies that produce communications and electronic equipment. Additional study and two years of electronics experience will also qualify you for certification as an associate certified electronics technician.