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Job Description
Communication is a vital part of the militarys ability to run successful
missions. Its the role of the Satellite Communication Systems
Operator-Maintainers to ensure the lines of communication are always
open, by installing, operating, and maintaining strategic and tactical
multi-channel satellite communications.\
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Duties of the Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer
include: transmitting, receiving, and logging messages according to
military procedures; encoding and decoding classified messages;
operating telephone switchboards; installing, maintaining, and operating
communications equipment; and monitoring and responding to emergency
calls.\
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Advanced Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainers provide
guidance on technical issues to other Soldiers; identify and report
electronic jamming and deception; and apply appropriate electronic
countermeasures.\
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Job Duties\
Conduct stressed and unstressed network operations\
Maintenance of satellite communications equipment and associated
devices\
Prepare system and equipment related forms and reports\
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Some of the Skills Youll Learn\
Use of various types of communication equipment\
Working with codes\
Maintenance and care of communications equipment\
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Helpful Skills\
Interest in communications equipment and satellite systems\
Ability to perform physically and mentally under pressure\
Ability to work as a team member\
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Earn While You Learn\
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to learn. In the Army
National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a
regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.\
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Job training for a Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer
consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where youll learn basic
Soldiering skills, and 18 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT).
Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field under
simulated combat conditions.
Benefits/Requirements
Benefits
- Paid training
- A monthly paycheck
- Montgomery GI Bill
- Federal and State tuition assistance
- Retirement benefits for part-time service
- Low-cost life insurance (up to \$400,000 in coverage)
- 401(k)-type savings plan
- Student Loan Repayment Program (up to \$50,000, for existing loans)
- Health care benefits available
- VA home loans
- Bonuses, if applicable
- Most non-prior service candidates will earn between \$200 and \$250
per drill weekend, subject to change
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Requirements
- Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
- Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school
diploma or a GED certificate
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
- Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral
standards
- Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for
details)
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Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to
change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date
information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
Other Job Information
Job ID:3209\
ZIP Code:67219\
Job Category:Technology and Networking\
Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35