Air Defense Battle Management System Operator

Air Defense Battle Management System Operator – Army National Guard

Defend the skies by operating and maintaining the Sentinel Radar system, integrating multiple sensors, and providing situational awareness to air defense units.

• Move, position, operate, and maintain the Sentinel Radar system.
• Establish network interoperability with Allied, Joint, and other Air Defense units.
• Collect, integrate, and process tactical battlefield information from multiple users and sensors.
• Provide airspace situational awareness, deconflict, and clear airspace to ensure air superiority.
• Evaluate intelligence data, identify targets, and perform real‑time status reporting during combat.
• Provide early warning and conduct engagement operations to destroy incoming rocket, artillery, and mortar threats.

• Operating and maintaining the Sentinel Radar system and shelters.
• Planning, coordinating, and establishing connectivity in Air Defense LAN/WAN.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic and mechanical components.
• Utilizing digital data and voice communications equipment.
• Evaluating intelligence data for engagement operations.
• Applying Air Defense Artillery tactics, techniques, procedures, and air battle strategy.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Interest in technical electronic, mechanical, and computer systems.
• Multi‑tasking and remaining calm in stressful situations.
• Adaptability to a wide range of working environments.
• Teamwork ability.

• Paid training.
• Monthly paycheck.
• Montgomery GI Bill.
• Federal and State tuition assistance.
• Retirement benefits for part‑time service.
• Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000).
• 401(k)-type savings plan.
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000).
• Health care benefits.
• VA home loans.
• Bonuses, if applicable.
• Typical earnings between $200–$250 per drill weekend.

• Enlistment in the Army National Guard.
• At least a junior in high school, or high school diploma or GED.
• Age 17 to 35.
• Ability to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
• Citizenship requirements.

10 weeks of Basic Training plus 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT).

Earn while you learn, with a regular paycheck and tuition assistance.