Satellite / Communication Systems Opportunities - (25S10)

So you’ve got your high school diploma or GED. With these in hand you’ve got what it takes to get into the Army National Guard. But the Guard is a part-time job. What about the rest of your time? Want to go to college? Get a civilian job? Explore the ways the Army National Guard helps you chase down your dreams.

Get the job training you want and the money you need. Join the Guard today and earn up to $20,000 in bonus money.

Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer

With communication being such an integral and critical part of the Army National Guard, the Satellite Communication Systems Operator/Maintainers are responsible for making sure that the lines of communication are always up and running. They install, operate, maintain and repair strategic and tactical multichannel satellite communications.

Here are some of the duties of a Satellite Communication Systems Operator/Maintainer:

• Transmit, receive and log messages according to military procedures
• Encode and decode classified messages
• Operate different types of telephone switchboards
• Install, maintain and operate communications equipment
• Monitor and respond to emergency calls

If you qualify, you will also receive these great benefits

• Signing Bonus
• A Monthly Paycheck
• Montgomery G.I. Bill
• Up to 100% Tuition Assistance for College
• Student Load Repayment Program
• Retirement Benefits
• Low-cost Life Insurance (up to $400,00 in coverage)
• Base Privileges
• Veterans Administration Home Loans
• Fly For Free Program

Training

Job training for a Satellite Communication Systems Operator/Maintainer consists of 39 weeks of training. Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions. Some of the skills you'll learn are:

• Use of various types of communications equipment
• Interest in working with codes
• Maintenance and care of communications equipment

Skills

Helpful attributes include:

• An interest in working with communications equipment and satellite systems
• An interest in working with codes
• An ability to remain calm in an emergency
• Top physical and mental shape
• An ability to work as a team member

Responsibilities

Advanced level Satellite Communication Systems Operator/Maintainer provide guidance on technical issues to other Soldiers. They also identify and report electronic jamming and deception and apply appropriate electronic countermeasures.

Civilian Related

The skills you learn as a Satellite Communication Systems Operator/Maintainer will allow you to work as a communications equipment operator in airports, telephone companies and police and fire stations.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Between the ages of 17 and 39
• Must be able to pass a physical exam
• Must meet citizenship requirements

• Normal color vision