Posted August 23, 2026
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists (13J)
U.S. Army
Houston, TX, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as a Fire Control Specialist (13J), you’ll use strategic skills to coordinate and integrate weapons operations. You’ll process and relay tactical battlefield information to a network of joint fires in support of mission-based operations. You’ll integrate information from multiple users and sensors through the Army and other service networks, and you’ll operate computer and database systems. This is not a civilian contractor position.
No experience necessary. Position is entry level.
No experience necessary. Position is entry level.
BONUSES UP TO $25K!!
REQUIREMENTS:
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card;
- 17 to 34 Years Old;
- High School Diploma or GED;
- Meet Tattoo Guidelines;
- No Major Law Violations;
- No Medical Concerns.
TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:
- 28 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available;
- 10 weeks of Basic Training;
- 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training;
- 83 ASVAB Score: Field Artillery (FA).
SKILLS YOU’LL LEARN:
- Information Processing;
- Calculating & Recording Data;
- Weapons Operations.
BENEFITS:
Financial Benefits:
- Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
- Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
- Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.
Healthcare:
- Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
- Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.
Education:
- Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
- GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill.
- Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.
Housing and Living:
- Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
- On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
- Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.
Career and Training:
- Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
- Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.
Family Support:
- Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
- Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.
Retirement and Veterans Benefits:
- Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
- VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.
Recreation and Leisure:
- Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.
