25S Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer

Army National Guard
US - Indiana - Indianapolis
September 16, 2024
Telecoms

Communication is a vital part of the military's ability to run successful missions. It's the role of the Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainers to ensure the lines of communication arealways open, by installing, operating, and maintaining strategic and tactical multi-channel satellite communications.

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.

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.

Job Duties
Conduct stressed and unstressed network operations
Maintenance of satellite communications equipment and associated devices
Prepare system and equipment related forms and reports

Some of the Skills You'll Learn
Use of various types of communication equipment
Working with codes
Maintenance and care of communications equipment

Helpful Skills
Interest in communications equipment and satellite systems
Ability to perform physically and mentally under pressure
Ability to work as a team member

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.

Job training for a Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll 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
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)
  
  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: 5287
  ZIP Code: 27704
  Job Category: Technology and Networking
  Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 installer operator maintenance maintainer digital electronic electronics transmitter transmit informaiton systems engineering support integrated telecommunications network SCE satellite communicaitons

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