a. Major duties.
The satellite communication systems operator-maintainer supervises, installs, operates and maintains tactical through strategic multichannel satellite communications ground terminals, systems, networks and associated equipment.
Operates and performs preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on assigned communications equipment, vehicles and power generators.
Major duties for MOS 25S at each level of skill are:
(1) MOSC 25S1O.
Installs, configures, operates, aligns, conducts performance tests and performs field level maintenance on tactical through strategic satellite communications equipment and associated devices.
Conducts stressed and unstressed network operations.
Performs operations and maintenance and quality control tests on the Digital Communications Satellite Subsystem (DCSS).
Prepares system and equipment related forms and reports.
Installs and maintains tactical satellite antenna equipment.
Operates and performs PMCS on assigned communications equipment and vehicles.
Installs, operates and performs PMCS on power generators.
(2) MOSC 25S2O.
Provides technical assistance to subordinates engaged in the operation and maintenance of tactical through strategic satellite communication systems.
Identifies and reports electronic jamming and deception and applies appropriate Electronic Counter Counter-Measures (ECCM).
Performs complex and multifaceted tasks associated with stressed and unstressed network operations.
Supervises and performs alignment, control functions and field level maintenance on assigned communications equipment.
Ensures backup equipment, spares and repair parts are available to sustain system operations.
Compiles system and network statistics for reports.
(3) MOSC 25S3O.
Plans, supervises and integrates the installation, operation and maintenance of tactical through strategic satellite communications assemblages and systems.
Establishes workloads, work schedules and maintenance priorities.
Performs and supervises quality control inspections.
Requests applicable logistic support.
Trains subordinate personnel in the operation and maintenance of satellite and associated equipment.
Consolidates system and network statistics and reports and submits them to network control/management headquarters.
Executes telecommunications service orders (TSO).
Performs coordination with Army, Joint and commercial activities to accomplish satellite and distributed communications at all levels of command.
(4) MOSC 25S4O.
Supervises, plans and directs the installation, operation and maintenance of satellite communication systems and networks, including strategic, tactical and commercial interfaces and gateways.
Provides leadership and supervision as Platoon Sergeant in a tactical satellite (TACSAT) platoon.
Provides technical advice to commanders and assistance to subordinates.
Develops and ensures compliance with policy and procedures for all types of satellite operational environments.
Determines capabilities and limitations of assigned equipment.
Disseminates Telecommunications Service Order (TSO) to subordinate shifts, assemblages, or stations.
Conducts technical evaluations of equipment and facilities.
Establishes and maintains liaison with supported and supporting activities or units.
Organizes, instructs and counsels subordinate personnel.
Manages security programs for satellite operations.
b. Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of MOS.
Satellite communication systems operator-maintainer must possess the following qualifications:
(1) A physical demands rating of Moderate (Gold).
(2) A physical profile of 212221.
(3) Normal color vision.
(4) Qualifying scores.
(a)
A minimum score of 120 in aptitude area EL in Armed Services Vocational aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests administered prior to 2 January 2002.
(b)
A minimum score of 116 in aptitude area EL on ASVAB tests administered on and after 2 January 2002 and prior to 1 July 2004.
(c)
A minimum score of 117 in aptitude area EL on ASVAB tests administered on and after 1 July 2004.
(d)
A minimum OPAT score of Long Jump (LJ) – 0120 cm, seated Power Throw (PT) – 0350 cm, Strength Deadlift (SD) – 0120 lbs., and Interval Aerobic Run (IR) – 0036 shuttles in Physical Demand Category of “Moderate” (Gold).
(5) A security eligibility of SECRET is required for the initial award and to maintain the MOS.
(6) Credit for successful completion of 1 year of high school algebra and science.
(7) High school graduate or equivalent.
(8) A U.S. citizen.
(9) Formal training (completion of the MOS 25S Course or completion of a MOS 25S Assignment Oriented Training Track conducted under the auspices of the USA Signal School) mandatory or meet the ACASP criteria per paragraph 9-5b (5) (b) of this pamphlet and in paragraph (a) and (b) below.
Waiver may be granted by Commandant, U.S. Army Signal School, ATTN: ATSO-CD, Ft Gordon,GA 30905-5300.
(a)
Be eligible for SECRET security access under provisions of AR 380-67.
(b)
Must have completed a minimum of 1 year of accredited college or technical school studies in electronics/electronic repair or have 2 years verifiable experience, combination of formal training and experience totaling 2 years in installing, operating and maintaining satellite communications systems.
This experience must be Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA) or Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) technology in the X, C, Ka or Ku frequency band for both transmission and reception.
The applicant should have associated base band equipment knowledge to include Multiplexer/De-multiplexer, patch panels and associated Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment.
c. Additional skill identifiers.
(Note: Refer to table 12-8 for List of universal ASI’s associated with this MOS.)
(1) J7–WHCA Console Control Operations
(2) 1C–Satellite Systems/Network Coordinator
(3) 6T–Military Auditor (Reserve Component personnel only).
(4) 7D–Assignment Oriented Training
(5) 7E–Assignment Oriented Training
d. Physical requirements and standards of grade.
Physical requirements and SG relating to each skill level are listed in the following tables:
(1) Table 10-25S-1. Physical requirements.
(2) Table 10-25S-2. Standards of grade TOE/MTOE.
(3) Table 10-25S-3. Standards of grade TDA.