I’ve been thinking about being a medic, human interrogator, avionics mechanic, or military police. What jobs would you recommend?

2020-10-20T22:17:01-04:00

What are the jobs that you would recommend? I am open for anything. I’ve been thinking about being a medic, human interrogator, avionics mechanic, and military police. Open to lots more. I just don’t wanna hate what I do. How hard is it to become a pilot?

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Oct 20 at 2020 10:50 PM

2020-10-20T22:50:58-04:00

You can’t directly enlist to be a pilot. You have to be commissioned or appointed as a warrant officer to fly.

The Army has 200+ MOS’s so it really relates to your ASVAB line scores that decide what you are eligible for and what you are interested in. Both are required to have a good fit.

Response by GySgt Gary Cordeiro made Oct 20 at 2020 11:17 PM

2020-10-20T23:17:39-04:00

I went to the library and checked out the ASVAB book and studied it. I could have been an officer with my score (ended up as an MP) but chose the enlisted for the camaraderie. I should hecho gone Recon being #1 in my series in PT, but regrettably chose MP. The world is yours. You have choices. Make the decision based on your heart, not the easy road as I did. Seek challenge. Conquer them and if you fail, you have experience on your resume.

Response by Maj John Bell made Oct 20 at 2020 11:56 PM

2020-10-20T23:56:08-04:00

One thing to remember, pilots don't spend the majority of their time flying.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 21 at 2020 12:54 AM

2020-10-21T00:54:03-04:00

Research all the branches including the Coast Guard to see what each has to offer. Focus on some possible careers and research them further. No one knows your education level, motivation, or interests. Only you can decide what is best for you. Research, plan, set goals, implement.

Response by SGT Chris Stephens made Oct 21 at 2020 7:26 AM

2020-10-21T07:26:22-04:00

Look at what you want to do after you get out of the military. If one of those is what you would want to do in the civilian world, then go with that one.

Response by GySgt Kenneth Pepper made Oct 21 at 2020 8:54 AM

2020-10-21T08:54:04-04:00

There are so many variable to this conversation. In choosing an occupation field there are several things to consider;
Are you looking to learn a skill to carry on in life after service?
Do you just want to go have a really cool adventure and then hit the workforce?
Do you want to do 20+ years and retire?
Take the ASVAB. Use those scores to guide you in your decision making.
Talk to all branches recruiters. Do not commit to anything until you are ready.
Good luck. Serving my country and the rewards that came from it were a blessing in my life. I would not be where I am today if I had not raised my right hand on my 17th birthday.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Oct 21 at 2020 6:06 PM

2020-10-21T18:06:47-04:00

You need to weigh your interests against what is currently available. You also have the option of lateral moving a few years down the road if there is something you feel more passionate about. I started out as a MachineGunner and ended up in IT. You need to weigh your interests, options and also keeping an eye on what you want to be when you eventually get out. Being in a door kicker role is nice but eventually we all get out and need a day job.