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14G Air Defense Battle Management System Operator

DC Army National Guard, Bluffdale, UT, United States


Air Defense Battle Management System Operator
Defend the skies using complex technology as an Air Defense Battle Management System Operator for the Army National Guard. You will primarily be responsible for integrating, operating, and maintaining multiple systems to detect aerial threats and communicate them to your crews. In this role you will learn how to operate the Sentinel Radar system to provide warning, detection, and protection for armed forces, and will play a vital role in guarding against aerial and space‑based attacks.

Responsibilities

Movement, placement, operation, and maintenance of the Sentinel Radar system in various locations and environments

Establish network interoperability with Allied, Joint, and other Air Defense units

Collect, integrate, and process tactical battlefield information from multiple users and sensors through a network of Army and Joint‑service automated battle command systems

Provide airspace situational awareness, deconflict and clear airspace to ensure air superiority

Evaluate intelligence data and identify targets, perform real‑time status reporting during combat

Provide early warning and conduct engagement operations to destroy incoming rocket, artillery, and mortar threats

Skills You’ll Learn

Operating and maintaining the Sentinel Radar system and associated shelters

Plan, coordinate, and establish connectivity in Air Defense Local and Wide Area networks (LAN/WAN)

Maintenance and troubleshooting on electronic and mechanical components

Utilize digital data and voice communications equipment

Evaluate intelligence data for engagement operations

Air Defense Artillery tactics, techniques, procedures, and air battle strategy

Helpful Skills

Interest in work requiring accuracy and attention to detail

Interest in technical electronic, mechanical, and computer systems

Ability to multi‑task and remain calm in stressful situations

Ability to adapt to a wide range of working environments

Ability to work as a team member

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)

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