Posted on Jul 6, 2020
SSG(P) Squad Leader
5.89K
12
4
2
2
0
I have just received projections to Ft Drum however i really do want to explore other duty station and be placed in a Mechanized unit. My question is there anyway to have my projections changed from drum to Ft Hood? Would i have to reenlist for it would i have to call branch? Any guidance is welcomed
Avatar feed
Responses: 3
LTC Jason Mackay
4
4
0
Work through your CSM to call branch. I don't think asking for Hood is a bridge too far.
(4)
Comment
(0)
Avatar small
SFC Incheon Airport Jppc Ncoic
2
2
0
Once you’re placed on assignment you can’t change it, especially orders for Fort Drum due to Drum being a Priority 1 assignment. Unless you have assignment of choice as a reenlistment option, you’re at the needs of the Army when being considered for an assignment.

Army stabilization time period at a duty location (CONUS) is 36 months, with that being said, it’s best to contact branch once you’re on station 24-30 months so you can have some input on your next assignment. Good luck to you....
(2)
Comment
(0)
Avatar small
SSG Intelligence Analyst
1
1
0
Branch placed you on assignment to a unit with a need for your grade and MOS, they aren’t going to change it because of what you want
(1)
Comment
(0)
SSG Observer   Controller/Trainer (Oc/T)
SSG (Join to see)
4 y
Unless you can give them a good reason why it's beneficial for the Army. The 36 time on station was my biggest challenge. I think they were projecting me for Lewis or Bragg, called them up told them that I was a SPC fresh from A-stan spent time in a stryker BDE and an armored BDE at 1st AD, and already being jump qualified knowing there's a slot in Italy, can he throw me on orders for the 173rd. Got the word a week later that it was green lit.
(0)
Reply
(0)
Avatar small

Join nearly 2 million former and current members of the US military, just like you.

close