Army Multiple Launch Rocket System

Enlisted

13M MOS

Job Detail

Supervises or serves as a member of a launcher crew or section.

Drive the M270, M270A1 or HIMARS Self Propelled Loader Launcher (SPLL) and the ammunition resupply vehicle and trailer; perform operator/crew maintenance on the SPLL and ammunition resupply vehicle and trailer; perform operator/crew maintenance on the SPLL and ammunition resupply vehicle; perform ammunition reload operations on the launcher and resupply vehicle; tests, removes, and replaces fire control system components as needed on the M270, M270A1 or HIMARS launcher and the launch pod/container trainer; mounts radio sets in vehicles, cables communication components in M270, M270A1 or HIMARS launcher, and operates and performs operator maintenance on communications equipment; assists section chief in supervision of operations, maintenance, and training; leads and instructs the reconnaissance team in combat operations; assist the ammunition section chief in supervision of the section during ammunition resupply operations, maintenance, and training; performs start up of fire control system, and operates MLRS/HIMARS fire control system in all modes of operation; makes manual fire control entries and enters meteorological data into the fire control system; fires weapon on command; perform fire control system diagnostic test using built in test equipment; prepare launcher loader module for reload and performs maintenance operations; conduct reconnaissance to determine routes and precise firing location sites; leads and trains firing section or ammunition section; supervise crewmembers during fire mission processing and ammunition reload operations; supervise the performance of operator, crew, and organizational maintenance on section vehicles; plan movement routes to and from firing areas and selects sites for launcher emplacement; checks site to crest mask at firing positions; coordinate requirements for organizational maintenance; enforce OPSEC procedures and adherence to safety procedures involving launcher firing.

Assists platoon leader in the planning, preparation, and execution of collective training activities of the platoon; conduct reconnaissance of platoon positions, reload points, and platoon area survey points; supervise operator and organizational maintenance of equipment, vehicles, weapons, and communication and speech secure equipment; lead in the operation of the PLDMD; supervise the emplacement and march-order of platoon elements; supervises and directs convoy movement of ammunition resupply vehicles; responsible for the receipt, accountability, distribution, and storage of ammunition; develops and maintains external and internal SOPs; organizes platoon defense; present briefings on current platoon operations and situation; supervises platoon headquarters personnel including assignment of duties; assume duties of platoon leader in his absence; maintains and processes operations and intelligence information to include situation maps; plans and selects reload points, launch areas, and ammunition cache sites; monitors platoon fire missions, launcher status, and logistic requirements; coordinates positioning of platoon elements with maneuver and support elements; conducts reconnaissance and selects routes between the Ammunition Transfer Point and Ammunition Supply Point; coordinate with ammunition officer for location of transfer points, amount, and mix of ammunition; supervise the preparation and distribution of maps, operational information, and status reports; FA senior sergeant leads in the fire support, operations/intelligence, and target acquisition activities in a field artillery battalion, brigade, division artillery, or corps artillery; other major duties are leading soldiers performing duties in field artillery MOS performs principal duties for SQI "M"; leads soldiers performing duties in field artillery MOS; leads and supervises the operation of the unit command post in accordance with directives; leads, supervises, and participates in coordination and implementation of cannon, missile, rocket, or target acquisition operations, training programs, administrative matters, and communication activities, providing tactical and technical guidance to subordinates, and professional support to lower and higher grade Soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties; monitors, inspects, and evaluates FA training programs; leads and supervises the preparation and distribution of maps, operational information, operational reports and training materials; supervise the maintenance of staff journals, files, records, and training materials; serves as the principal NCO of FA battalion, brigade, division artillery, or Corps artillery operations activity and supervises the processing operations and intelligence information; prepare operational SOPs; supervises and maintains classified files, records, processing of individual security clearances; leads, supervises, and participates in identifying and indicating location, strength, tactical deployment, and emplacement of enemy units.

FA senior sergeant leads in the fire support, operations/intelligence, and target acquisition activities in a field artillery battalion, brigade, division artillery, or corps artillery; other major duties are leading soldiers performing duties in field artillery MOS performs principal duties for SQI "M"; leads soldiers performing duties in field artillery MOS; leads and supervises the operation of the unit command post in accordance with directives; leads, supervises, and participates in coordination and implementation of cannon, missile, rocket, or target acquisition operations, training programs, administrative matters, and communication activities, providing tactical and technical guidance to subordinates, and professional support to lower and higher grade Soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties; monitors, inspects, and evaluates FA training programs; leads and supervises the preparation and distribution of maps, operational information, operational reports and training materials; supervise the maintenance of staff journals, files, records, and training materials; serves as the principal NCO of FA battalion, brigade, division artillery, or Corps artillery operations activity and supervises the processing operations and intelligence information; prepare operational SOPs; supervises and maintains classified files, records, processing of individual security clearances; leads, supervises, and participates in identifying and indicating location, strength, tactical deployment, and emplacement of enemy units; provides advice and makes recommendations to the commander and staff on all matters pertaining to enlisted soldiers and their families; accompanies the commander on inspections, visits and ceremonies; assists in inspection of command activities, facilities and personnel as prescribed by the commander; ensures adherence to command policies; holds first sergeants' or sergeants' major call to announce information and instruction; ensures that newly assigned enlisted personnel are instructed in military courtesy, customs of the service and command regulations or policies; responsible for monitoring training or conducts training of enlisted soldiers; assesses training at all levels and provides feedback to appropriate commanders and leaders; provides counsel and guidance to NCOs and other enlisted soldiers of the command; responsible for and provides guidance on Non-Commissioned Officer Education System (NCOES) and Non-Commissioned Officer Development Program (NCODP); inspects duties performed by subordinate NCOs; notes discrepancies and initiates appropriate corrective action; assists in reception of visitors to the command; serves as president or member of command promotion board or removal board for NCOs, as authorized by regulations; sits as chairperson or member of a command's Military Member of the Quarter/Year competition for enlisted soldiers or NCOs, as directed by local regulations; responsible for quality, control and training of noncommissioned officer evaluation reports (NCOER) while ensuring timely submissions; reviews evaluation reports to determine compliance with policies and procedures and recommends corrective actions on deficiencies to commanders, other leaders and rating officials; performs other duties prescribed by the commander; assists in the professional development of junior and company grade officers.

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