Radar Repairer Job in 61607
Radar RepairerRadar is the Army National Guards 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 nine 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.
Benefits
Paid training
A monthly paycheck
Montgomery G.I. Bill
Up to 100 percent Tuition Assistance for college or vocational training (up to $4,500 per fiscal year, 1 October 30 September)
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)
Healthcare Benefits Available
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED (If you do not have a diploma or GED, you may still apply ask a recruiter about how the Army National Guard can help you earn your GED.)
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 http://www.nationalguard.com/monster for details)