Indirect Fire Infantryman

Job Description

As an Army National Guard Indirect Fire Infantryman, you will be in charge of the Infantry’s most powerful weapon – the mortar. In a mortar squad, section or platoon you will parachute from a troop transport airplane to access locations, construct mortars, camouflage positions and locate and neutralize enemy mines.

As your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced team members supervise and train other Soldiers, lead and control mortar squads, provide tactical and technical guidance to subordinates, and supervise the construction of mortar positions. Advanced Indirect Fire Infantrymen receive and implement combat orders, direct Soldiers in offensive and defensive operations, and request, observe and adjust indirect supporting fire.

• Set up, load and fire three types of mortars
• Employ crew and weapons in offensive, defensive and retrograde ground combat
• Operate, clean and store automatic weapons
• Employ, fire and recover anti‑personnel and anti‑tank mines
• Carry out scouting missions to locate enemy troops and gun positions

• Interest in ammunition and weaponry
• Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger
• Physical and mental fitness

Teamwork, discipline and leadership skills gained as an Indirect Fire Infantryman may prepare you for a career in federal, state or law enforcement or in any civilian career you choose.

In the Army National Guard, you learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. After 10 weeks of Basic Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, you will sharpen your skills through squad maneuvers, target practice and war games.

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part‑time service
• Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student loan repayment program (up to $50,000 for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable
• Non‑prior service candidates may earn $200–$250 per drill weekend

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or hold a high school diploma or GED certificate
• Must be between 17 and 35 years of age
• Must pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements