Weapons Maintenance Specialist - Armament Repairer

In the Texas Army National Guard, the Armament Repairer is a Soldier who supervises and performs direct and general support and depot-level maintenance and repairs on weapons and associated weapons systems. This Soldier will become a proficient repairer and maintainer of the mechanisms and systems of tank turrets and weapons, fighting vehicles, towed and self-propelled artillery, small arms and other infantry weapons.

The Armament Repairer is a highly valued member of the Army National Guard team, ensuring that the weapons and weapons systems on which we depend are kept in good working order. This Soldier is integral to the Guard’s ability to maintain a constant state of readiness.

The Texas Army National Guard is an elite group of Citizen-Soldiers who dedicate a portion of their time to serving their nation. Guard members train part-time to be ready full-time, should their state or nation call them to serve.

Major Duties

Performs ordnance and armament direct and general support maintenanceAssists in correcting malfunctions on the mechanisms/systems of tank turrets, armament weapons, and cupolasInspects and troubleshoots fire control system components, towed artillery fire control systems, self-propelled artillery fire control systems, tank fire control systems, towed artillery armament systems, self-propelled artillery armament systems, fighting vehicle armament systems, tank armament systems, small arms weaponsClassifies equipment

Benefits$20,000 BonusPaid Training (no experience needed)A Monthly PaycheckMontgomery G.I. BillUp to 100% Tuition Assistance for CollegeStudent Loan Repayment Program – Up to $20,000 for existing student loansRetirement Benefits for Part-time ServiceLow-Cost Life Insurance (Up to $400,000 in coverage)401-K-type Savings Plan
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)Between the ages of 17 and 42Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standardsMust meet citizenship requirements (see www.1-800-GO-GUARD.com for details)Must be capable of obtaining a CONFIDENTIAL security clearanceAbility to lift very heavy objectsNormal color vision