Anti-tank systems
ATGM operator
An ATGM operator engages enemy armored vehicles with guided missiles at long ranges. A technical specialty for the attentive and collected.
What the role involves
Duties and role
The operator of an anti-tank missile system works with guided weapons, hitting armored vehicles at distances inaccessible to other infantry weapons. This is one of the most technical combat specialties.
The work requires the ability to handle sighting systems, endurance when aiming and precise adherence to the sequence of actions. Training is carried out on specific systems in service.
Service specifics
What to know
Long distances
Hitting targets at a distance from the enemy position
Technical work
Sighting systems, guidance, target tracking
Work in calculation
Small group activities
Technology training
Training on specific weapons systems
Important document
What is a unit referral
To get into this specialty - “ATGM Operator” - in a specific unit, and not according to the general distribution from the military commissariat, you need a unit referral document.
Official invitation from a unit
A unit referral is a document from the commander of a specific military unit. He confirms that the unit is ready to accept a candidate for a certain position. In essence, this is a personal invitation to serve in the selected unit.
Choice of unit and position
With a unit referral you choose a specific unit, branch of service and position - rather than going by the general distribution. The document assigns a place to you for the duration of the medical examination and registration.
From request to referral
You give us the documents, we send the request to the unit. If the candidate is suitable, the commander issues a unit referral with a stamp and signature. military commissariat takes it into account and prepares a referral to this particular unit for the selected position.
We’ll help you choose a unit and position that suits your skills and apply for a unit referral - leave a request, and we’ll take over the process.
Who it suits
This role suits you if you
- Attentive, with good concentration
- Be technically minded
- Be cool when completing tasks
- No experience - will be trained to work with the complex
FAQ
About service in this specialty
Not necessary, but technical thinking helps. Training in working with the complex is carried out as part of the preparation, including practical exercises.
Concentration and endurance are required - aiming and tracking a target takes time. The skill is practiced in training until it becomes automatic.
Usually included in the crew: in addition to the operator, there are numbers responsible for carrying, preparing and reloading the complex.
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