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13R Weapons Locating Radar Operator

As a Weapons Locating Radar Operator, you’ll have the vital task of detecting enemy forces with speed and accuracy using a highly specialized radar called a Firefinder, and alerting field artillery units to this critical targeting information. Soldiers in this job will enlist as a Field Artillery Soldier (13U) and be assigned to a specific Field Artillery job (13-Series MOS) based on available Army opportunities and skills assessed at Basic Combat Training.

ASVABGT 87
Training10 weeks of Basic Training + 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
Physical demandsHeavy
ClearanceEligible for a Secret Security Clearance. Clearance eligibility is not guaranteed and assignment requirements can change.

What the job involves

Typical duties

  • As a Weapons Locating Radar Operator, you’ll have the vital task of detecting enemy forces with speed and accuracy using a highly specialized radar called a Firefinder, and alerting field artillery units to this critical targeting information.
  • Soldiers in this job will enlist as a Field Artillery Soldier (13U) and be assigned to a specific Field Artillery job (13-Series MOS) based on available Army opportunities and skills assessed at Basic Combat Training.

Transferable experience

Skills learned

Warnings & DetectionRadar & Computer ElectronicsCalculating & Recording DataAbility to maintain long periods of focusInterest in electronics

Education insight

Training may support future education.

Estimated potential recommendation range: 0–9 semester hours.

EnlistReady estimate based on the longest training segment stated in the current public profile (10 weeks). Actual recommendations appear on an individual Joint Services Transcript and each college decides what it will accept and how credits apply.

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Civilian connection

Potential civilian jobs related to 13R experience.

Military experience does not guarantee civilian employment or a salary outcome. Requirements vary by employer, location, education, certification, licensing, and experience.

Potential role

Intelligence Analyst

Illustrative salary information: $55,000–$125,000 illustrative U.S. range; verify the matching BLS occupation and local market

Example employers: Public safety agencies, Government contractors, Industrial employers

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Potential role

Computer Network Administrator

Illustrative salary information: $55,000–$125,000 illustrative U.S. range; verify the matching BLS occupation and local market

Example employers: Public safety agencies, Government contractors, Industrial employers

Credential note: A college degree may be required or preferred; some employers may also require professional certification or licensing.

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