Special Forces Weapons Sergeant

Overview

Special Forces Weapons Sergeants are the weapons specialists. They're capable of operating and maintaining a wide variety of U.S., allied and other foreign weaponry.

Job duties

• Go behind enemy lines to recruit, train and equip friendly forces for guerrilla raids
• Employ warfare tactics and techniques in infantry operations
• Maintain proficiency with all foreign high-density light and heavy weapons
• Read, interpret and prepare combat orders

Training

Due to the wide variety of missions, Special Forces Weapons Sergeants are trained swimmers, paratroopers and survival experts, as well as being trained in many forms of combat. Training for Special Forces Weapons Sergeant consists of 62 weeks of formal classroom training and practice exercises. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Physical conditioning, parachuting, swimming and scuba diving Using land warfare weapons and communications devices Handling, using and teaching the use of weapons systems

Required ASVAB score

Minimum score of 50 on the ASVAB with an absolute minimum General Technical (GT) line score of 110.

Helpful skills

• Ability to work as a team member
• Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger
• Ability to stay in top physical condition
• Interest in weapons and artillery
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Civilian career relevance

As a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant, you're trained to defend against dangerous forces. The skills you acquire during your training as a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant will most certainly prepare you for a career in law enforcement. The extensive leadership training you'll receive will enable you to move directly into practically any civilian management position in the corporate world.