Radar is the Army National Guard's eyes and ears, providing the critical information officers need to make decisions that affect everyone in the field. And the Radar Repairer makes sure that equipment continues sending that information.
The Radar Repairer is a vital member of the Army National Guard communications maintenance team. As such, you will develop a working knowledge of how to operate military radar equipment and how to install, maintain, and repair it. Duties include troubleshooting and testing radar systems using electronic and electrical test equipment; understanding air traffic control, missile tracking, air defense, and other radar systems, as well as the ability to repair them; installing receivers, transmitters, and other components; and preparing and maintaining equipment logs.
The skills you learn as a Radar Repairer will prepare you for a future as a communications technician with engineering firms, the federal government, or aircraft and military hardware manufacturers.
Earn while you learn
Get paid to learn! In the Army National Guard, you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.
Job training for Radar Repairer consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 45 weeks of classroom instruction in two phases, which include practice in repairing and replacing equipment parts.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. Benefits subject to change.
Requirements
Benefits
Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $196.26 and $254.91 per drill weekend.
Programs and benefits are subject to change.
This position may qualify for a bonus, ask your National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information.
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