Support Operations Specialist

U.S. Army
U.S. Army Salary
Capitola, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2024
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

25U – Support Operations Specialist

Job Description:

Army Support Operations Specialists (MOS 25U) are delegated to work with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices. Signal support systems and terminal devices are needed to work in full order during combat. Learn more about the role of an Army Support Operations Specialist (MOS 25U), including required education and training, job duties, salary, and civilian job outlook.

Support Operations Specialists (MOS 25U) serve an important function in the communications of the U.S. Army. The Army relies on signal support systems and terminal devices to direct the movement of troops during combat. The technical position of MOS 25U requires some education and training.

Qualifications and Training: 

First, you will need to finish high school with a diploma or GED. Secondly, you will want to speak to a local Army recruiter and notify the individual of your intention to become MOS 25U. The recruiter will give you more information about the(ASVAB).  The series of tests are used by the Army to understand your strengths. It helps you identify which Army Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) are best suited to your strengths. 
 
In order to become an Army Support Operations Specialist (MOS 25U) you must score on the ASVAB:
  • Surveillance & Communications (SC): 95
  • Electronics (EL): 95
 
The first phase of your training begins at Basic Training. Basic Combat Training (BCT) involves 10 weeks of physical and mental preparation to see if you can cut it in the U.S. Army. After completing boot camp, soldiers progress to Advanced Individual Training (AIT) which is specific to your MOS. Advanced Individual Training for an Army Signal Support System Specialist (MOS 25U) involves 17 weeks of job-related training. The time in AIT is a combination of classroom learning and work in the field. The training for MOS 25U takes place at Fort Gordon in Georgia.
 
You will learn more about becoming an Army Signal Support System Specialist including:
  • Mechanical and electrical principles
  • Preventive maintenance principles
  • Communication security policies and procedures
  • Line installation and wiring techniques
 
 Requirements:
There are not a ton of special qualifications required to become an Army Support Operations Specialist. The Army does require you to have normal color vision (no color blindness). You also must be a citizen of the United States and qualify for a Secret security clearance.
  • Must be a US citizen or I-551 cardholder.
  • Must be between the age of 17-34.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must pass a criminal background check with no open law violations.
  • Must pass a drug screen.
  • No felony.
  • Must currently be in good health with no physical limitations.

Compensation:
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs:
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties.

Education Benefits:
In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.

We Offer:
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Retirement plan, Signing bonus, Paid time off, Flexible schedule, Parental leave, Relocation assistance, Professional development assistance, Tuition reimbursement.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.

Benefits:
  • 401(k).
  • Dental Insurance.
  • Disability Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Health Insurance.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Parental Leave.
  • Professional Development Assistance.
  • Referral Program.
  • Relocation Assistance.
  • Retirement Plan.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Vision Insurance.

Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Required).

Work authorization:
  • United States (Required).

Schedule:
  • Other.

Work Remotely:
No 

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