Signal (25A)

 

OVERVIEW

 

The signal officer leads the Signal Corps, which is responsible for the Army’s entire systems of communication. Officers plan and execute all aspects of communication on a mission and are critical to the Army’s continued success.

 

JOB DUTIES

 

Maintain the Army’s voice, data and information systems 

Making tactical decisions 

Coordinate employment of Signal Soldiers at all levels of command 

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery and score a minimum of 110 in the General Technical (GT) section; a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

 

TRAINING

 

Job training for a signal officer requires completion of the Signal Officer Basic Course, where you learn the skills and operational aspects that are used in the Signal Corps.

 

HELPFUL SKILLS

 

Self-discipline, confidence and intelligence

Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure

Ability to make quick decisions

Capable of bearing numerous responsibilities 

 

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS

 

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in fields such as business management. An officer in the Army is closely related to managerial positions in corporations.