The cannon crewmember supervises or serves as a member of field artillery cannon section or ammunition section. Artilery teams support the infantry as well as tank units in combat arenas. Cannon Crewmembers work on cannons known as 'howitzers,' a heavy artillery machine piece with single-barrel firing capability

Requirements:

• A minimum score of 95 in aptitude area FA

• A physical demands rating of very heavy (must be able to occasionally lift over 100 pounds with frequent or constant lifting in excess of 50 pounds)

• Color discrimination of red/green

• Correctable vision of 20/20 in one eye; 20/100 in other eye

• Formal training under the auspices of USAFAS is mandatory to qualify for the award of the MOS

Duties:

• Start and maintain wire and radio communications
  

• Identify target locations
  

• Operate self-propelled howitzers, ammunition trucks and other vehicles
  
  

Training:

• Job training for a Cannon Crewmember requires nine weeks of Basic Training and 14 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. The training will take place primarily in the field, with some classroom training. Infantry training never stops. As an infantryman you will constantly work to keep your skills sharp, remain in a constant state of readiness, and actively learning new skills.

• Training will include:

  • Methods of calculating targets electronically and manually
    

  • Handling ammunition
    

  • Operating gun, missile and rocket systems
    

  • Artillery tactics and battle strategy
    

Related Civilian Jobs:
As a Cannon Crewmember is a military profession and therefore has no direct civilian counterpart. However, as an Cannon Crewmember you will learn discipline, teamwork, and leadership. The skills, knowledge and personal development that you gain are valuable assets and will complement any career you should choose to pursue. You will learn discipline, teamwork, and leadership. These skills will complement any career you choose to undertake.