Can anyone give me a little some insight on what I will do as a 131A assigned to a special forces unit?

2017-12-11T01:41:37-05:00

I am trying to find some insight from a field Artillery targeting technician assigned to a special forces unit. I have been preparing my warrant packet and will soon be complete. Interested in the actual position duties associated

Response by A1C Ian Williams made Dec 11 at 2017 6:56 AM

2017-12-11T06:56:14-05:00

The Field Artillery Warrant Officer advises the Commander and staff on all matters relative to the employment of target acquisition assets and the Army's targeting methodology. Synchronizes and coordinates the Army's targeting process and Joint Fires at all echelons. Plans, organizes, implements, monitors, and evaluates operations, threat environment, maintenance and advice on the technical/tactical employment of Target Acquisition sensors. CW2 Private RallyPoint Member

Response by CW4 Jimmy Gomez made Dec 11 at 2017 7:40 AM

2017-12-11T07:40:04-05:00

Chances are you won't go to an SF unit straight out of school. And I would never recommend for anyone to ever do that. You need to have some experience (as a 132A) so that you can properly make recommendations that make sense. As far as duties and responsibilities, this is not the venue for that. I recommend that you drive out to one of those units once you get to your first duty station and meet with one of those 131A's so you get solid advise. You should focus on getting your packet together so you get selected on your first look. Then Focus on getting scheduled for WOCS, then WOBC, etc. Don't forget that the assignments officer has a final say as well so get your pitch ready for when you meet him.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 11 at 2017 7:52 AM

2017-12-11T07:52:10-05:00

I’m in the Alabama Army National Guard. The choices are limited. If I were to give consent for an open assignment, the closest FA unit is 6/7 hours away and that’s just not feasible in a reserve component. The SF unit is right down the road vacant, and interested in me. Our regional strength manager come to me, as qualified people for that mos are few and far between.

Response by CW4 Jimmy Gomez made Dec 11 at 2017 8:51 AM

2017-12-11T08:51:23-05:00

That makes more sense now. However, you should call one of the active duty 131A's that's assigned to an SF unit nearest to you and schedule a meeting. With all deployments it's difficult to get a hold of someone right away. Be prepared to have to drive out to Fort Bragg or Fort Campbell. You won't regret it. As far as going to WOBC, go to the same course as the active duty 131A's. Otherwise you're setting yourself up for failure if you try to go one month per year at a time. This is NOT a simple MOS and the Infantry Brigade/SF Group Commanders are not very patient with officers that don't know their jobs. So make sure that's something you consider.

Response by CW3 David Vinson made Jan 23 at 2018 7:11 AM

2018-01-23T07:11:30-05:00

MOS,I was Lance Missile Technician,that tested MRLS and help field the units in serveral Post.Then went to Field Artillery Board in Ft.Sill,Ok.till I was Medical out of the Service.This was some the best time time of my Life.