Overview
A command and control center specialist will receive heavy volumes of incoming data and then analyse the information to transmit critical elements to air, naval and ground forces during military operations or training drills. The high-stress and demanding position requires determining importance, priority and relevance to ensure leaders execute the best decisions in a timely manner.
Duties and responsibilities
- Participate in large-scale military operations
- Relay and analyse sensitive military-related information inside special command centers
- Operate advanced communication equipment
- Work with weapons, radar, detection and surveillance systems
- Relay critical details to air, ground and naval forces
- Transmit emergency plans during natural and wartime disasters
- Maintain and remedy commander center technology
- Inform high-level military members when a threat is detected
- Insert and correct target coordinates and modify the figures when necessary
- Execute requests based on necessity and importance
- Attend continuing education classes offered by your military branch
Skills and knowledge
Working conditions
AVERAGE WORKING HOURS
45hweek
TYPICAL SCHEDULE
Full Time
On a rota
A command and control center specialist can expect to work on average 45 hours, but the full-time schedule will vary throughout the year. Many hours and shifts will depend mostly on what is happening in your jurisdiction, commander center or what your branch or division in the military is doing. You might be required to work nights, weekends or holidays to perform your duties.
The working environment of a command and control center specialist is fast-paced and high-stress. Your communication and analytical skills can save lives on the battleground as you provide logistical and tactical support to different units or military components.
Salary prospects
BOTTOM 10%
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TOP 10%
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Annual salary estimates are based on data published on the Today's Military website.
Entry requirements
EDUCATION LEVEL
Undergraduate
Bachelor’s Degree
TRAINING TIME
4years
To become a command and control center specialist, you will need to hold a college or university degree and complete basic military training in your respective branch of military service. You should possess an education in computer science, information technology or electronics. Typically, your training can take up to 12 weeks. Once you pass the initial training, you will then upgrade to advanced military training in your field to study surveillance systems, technology systems, weaponry and detection tactics.
Job outlook
PROJECTED GROWTH
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NEW JOBS
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AUTOMATION RISK
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Career advancement
A command and control center specialist will usually climb through the ranks after years of service. With plenty of military operations requiring the need for remote communications experts, this is an in-demand position that will only grow as the size of armed forces worldwide balloons. In recent years, governments across the globe have increased their defense spending, which includes hiring more personnel.