JOB DUTIES

• Maintenance of satellite communications equipment and associated devices


• Conduct stressed and unstressed network operations


• Prepare system and equipment related forms and reports

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Job training for a satellite communication systems operator-maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 18 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.



Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Use of various types of communications equipment


• Working with codes


• Maintenance and care of communications equipment