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U.S. Army Joint Fire Support Specialist

U.S. Army | Arlington, VA

Posted Date 6/01/2026
Description

Enlist as a soldier into the United States Army and become a Joint Fire Support Specialist where you will gather intelligence and enemy target location to help the Army determine where and how to deploy artillery in mission-based situations. This is NOT a civilian contractor position.  No experience necessary.  Position is entry level.

JOB DUTIES

  • Set up and operate communications systems, encode and decode messages, assist in the preparation of fire support plans, coordinate and target, operate laser range finders and target devices, and determine the target’s location using computers or manual calculations.

PAID TRAINING

  • 10 weeks of Basic Training.
  • 11 weeks of Technical School with on-the-job instructions.

BENEFITS

  • 30 days paid vacation annually.
  • Full Healthcare coverage for you and your Family.
  • Educational benefits worth over $72,000.
  • Obtain Industry standard recognized certifications.

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Between 17-34 years old.
  • No felonies. (Defer Adjudication included).
  • Current High School Senior, High school graduate or GED equivalent.
  • Permanent resident or US citizen.
  • Meet physical standards based on gender and age.

Pass the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test.

Salary25,730.00 - 31,600.00 Annual
Job Type
Part-time | Full-time

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