Special Forces or 160th SOAR?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 07 Apr 2014 18:54:02 -0400

I'm a power generation equipment repairer (91D) and I love my job. I'm interested in stepping up and trying out for a Special Operations position. Being an SF Operator has always been a dream of mine but I recently came across an article about 160th. This attracted my attention because I love the Ordnance Corps, especially electrical troubleshooting and circuitry and would love to work on Army Helicopters. Any advice or experience out there in the RP world? I've also thought about group but I'm not sure how to get attached to get orders to SF Group. I feel that both can set me up to do well as a civilian once I retire.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2014 4:37 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 04:37:47 -0400

If you want to keep your current MOS, you just need to get assigned to that unit's support unit. If you are talking about being an operator then you will need to talk to an SF recruiter and go through SFAS.

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2014 4:54 AM

CSM Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 04:54:43 -0400

If you like to fly then join the 160th if you like to ride Join the SF. Now with the jokes aside I have had friends in both organization both are very professional either one you choose will be well worth the personal investment in yourself. Good luck with your choice

Response by 1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2014 9:16 AM

1SG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 09:16:33 -0400

I suggest you contact these fellows to determine your MOS opportunities in USASOC:
http://www.sorbrecruiting.com

SORB Home

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2014 9:26 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 21:26:50 -0400

Any of these organizations will benefit from your experience. Go to the source to find out what you want to know; nobody can help you to make this kind of decision. Remember to look at the total concept of going SOF before you jump.

Response by LTC Yinon Weiss made Apr 18 at 2014 9:35 PM

LTC Yinon Weiss — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 21:35:06 -0400

If you plan to stay a 91D, I would recommend connecting with other 91Ds in USASOC. Ask them both how they got their job, and also how they like it. That should help you decide on what you should strive for. Here are a few 91Ds I found in USASFC by using the RallyPoint Advanced Search:<div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="https://www.rallypoint.com/assets/public/video-iconpng_03-e2f2d395f39314aeff [login to see] 66a5.png"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="https://www.rallypoint.com/profiles/134737-91d-power-generation-equipment-repairer-gsb-1st-sfg-a"> at GSB, 1st SFG(A) | Military Profile | RallyPoint</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">See the full military profile of this at GSB, 1st SFG(A), stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), WA | RallyPoint professional military profile.</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="https://www.rallypoint.com/assets/public/video-iconpng_03-e2f2d395f39314aeff [login to see] 66a5.png"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="https://www.rallypoint.com/profiles/126258-91d-power-generation-equipment-repairer-4th-bn-5th-sfg-a">Generator Mechanic at 4th BN, 5th SFG(A) | Military Profile | RallyPoint</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">See the full military profile of this Generator Mechanic at 4th BN, 5th SFG(A), stationed at Fort Campbell, KY | RallyPoint professional military profile.</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="https://www.rallypoint.com/assets/public/video-iconpng_03-e2f2d395f39314aeff [login to see] 66a5.png"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="https://www.rallypoint.com/profiles/49154-91d-power-generation-equipment-repairer-hsc-1st-bn">Generator Mechanic at HSC, 1st BN | Military Profile | RallyPoint</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">See the full military profile of this Generator Mechanic at HSC, 1st BN, stationed at Fort Bragg, NC | RallyPoint professional military profile.</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div><div class="pta-link-card"><div class="pta-link-card-picture"><img src="https://www.rallypoint.com/assets/public/video-iconpng_03-e2f2d395f39314aeff [login to see] 66a5.png"></div><div class="pta-link-card-content"><div class="pta-link-card-title"><a target="_blank" href="https://www.rallypoint.com/profiles/10309-91d-power-generation-equipment-repairer-4th-bn-10th-sfg-a"> at 4th BN, 10th SFG(A) | Military Profile | RallyPoint</a></div><div class="pta-link-card-description">See the full military profile of this at 4th BN, 10th SFG(A), stationed at Fort Carson, CO | RallyPoint professional military profile.</div></div><div style="clear:both"></div><div class="pta-box-hide"><i class="icon-remove"></i></div></div>

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Aug 19 at 2014 2:56 AM

SFC Mark Merino — Tue, 19 Aug 2014 02:56:00 -0400

I'm a 15S so you know my stance. NSDQ!!!!

Response by SPC David S. made Aug 21 at 2014 4:25 PM

SPC David S. — Thu, 21 Aug 2014 16:25:24 -0400

I messed with the 160th when they where known as Task Force 158 down in Gulfport, MS before the eagles came off. Can't say how but 160th directly supports Delta, SF, Seals, Rangers and CIA vs being one of the guys in the bush. Either move would be a win in my book. I don't know if you have seen the movie Lone Survivor but the 160th was supporting that op, Operation Redwing and Operation Neptune Spear that took care of OBL. SPC Alexander Turton best of luck and thanks for stepping up. Hoorah!

Response by SGT David Boatright made Apr 4 at 2015 12:22 AM

SGT David Boatright — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 00:22:44 -0400

My advice is to truly think about where you want to go in your military career as for special operations it depends on if you are a "A" type personel if you are and know that's what you want then go to green platoon get to 160th and get on a farp team if you have any doubts within yourself stay where you are special operations takes 100% commitment before you even fill out a application packet

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 21 at 2016 3:40 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 15:40:53 -0400

Go do SFAS while you can; the need for the Army is great right now. They are going to essentially choose what field they want you in, but after introduction and B Team time, schools, etc... A Team is where you'll want to be. This will make your forget about being a 91D, as you've just been introduced to it really.
Being in a GSB isn't that great and you'll typically work for a soft skill MOS and not a hard charger that want's to blow shit it. If not go to Airborne school and I'm sure you'll meet a SF recruiter. Take your physical and do your PT test with a SF recruiter, get a letter or two of recommendation in your file and this will assist you. Do the 91D thing as a hobby if you love it that much.
1/60th is cool, but a very selective community with limited slotting for 91D.
Best thing to do, is find a SOC recruiter

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 27 at 2017 12:18 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 27 May 2017 12:18:28 -0400

Go to SFAS and shoot people in their faces.

Response by SFC Thomas Butler made Jul 29 at 2017 7:44 PM

SFC Thomas Butler — Sat, 29 Jul 2017 19:44:26 -0400

I'm not seeing the correlation here at all. If you volunterr for the Night Stalkers, you'll be doing your same job, only in 160th. If you go to selection, pass, and then the Q course, you'll be an 18? and then assigned to an ODA. If you want to work in a Group Support Battalion, call one and find out how to get in.

Response by LTC Bill Koski made Aug 2 at 2017 11:34 PM

LTC Bill Koski — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:34:22 -0400

SSG Private RallyPoint Member its been three years since the post, how have things turned out? The green machine turns in mysterious ways sometimes.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made May 7 at 2018 10:23 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 07 May 2018 22:23:46 -0400

“Be the BEST that YOU can be.” Good luck Soldier!!

Response by SGT Nick Webber made Sep 1 at 2018 7:38 PM

SGT Nick Webber — Sat, 01 Sep 2018 19:38:38 -0400

Sf is over a year of training, 160th is a month called green platoon. Fill out your clearance novel sf86 get your clearance then research your options. I was never a nightstalker, but i worked with them after 9/11, laid back guys but very close knit. Either way it's special operations, and it looks amazing on a civilian resume! Plus a clearance is worth about 10k annually in the civilian sector.