MOS Description

13C

(Closed to Women)

Tactical Automated Fire Control Specialist

Major Duties - The TAFCS specialist leads, supervises, or serves as a member of an activity operating tactical fire direction TAFCS equipment in a field artillery cannon battalion or higher unit.

Entry Level - Establishes, maintains, and operates radio and wire communications. Assists in preparation of computer center for operation and shutdown. Prepares TAFCS equipment for operation to include cabling, installation, and removal procedures. Operates and performs operator maintenance on section vehicles and generators associated with the AFSS computer. Performs crew maintenance and participates in organizational maintenance of section equipment.

Skill Level 2 - Assists fire control noncommissioned officer in supervision of section training, maintenance and operations. Performs computer operations and trains and supervises junior personnel. Initiates computer center operations, including establishing control information to establish communication with subscribers. Recognizes partial or complete AFSS failures and initiates procedures to correct them.

Specific Qualifications for Initial Award of MOS: