Army MOS · Combat & Infantry
14E PATRIOT Fire Control Enhanced Operator/Maintainer
Overview
A PATRIOT fire control enhanced operator and maintainer emplaces and initializes fire control systems, evaluates target data, and identifies and engages targets. The operator and maintainer uses diagnostic aids and test equipment to detect malfunctions, performs authorized maintenance and battle damage repairs, and reports system status.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- air defense system operation
- system initialization and configuration
- real-time threat tracking and engagement
- electronic systems troubleshooting
- embedded diagnostics interpretation
- preventive and corrective maintenance
- situational awareness and decision making
- technical documentation use
- crew coordination and communication
- incident and fault reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Maintenance record software
- Work record software
- SAP software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Windows
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (TWV): Preventive Maintenance Checks & Services (PMCS) (MIL8) · Funded · Promotion points
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Specialist (L4)
- Advanced Engine Performance Specialist (L1)
- Air Traffic Control Tower Operator (CTO)
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Alternating Current (BEE-AC) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Analog (BEE-A) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Digital (BEE-D) · Funded · Promotion points
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Direct Current (BEE-DC) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 14E. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
14R1Bradley Linebacker Crewmember14R2Bradley Linebacker Crewmember14R3Bradley Linebacker Crewmember14R4Bradley Linebacker Crewmember16T1Patriot Missile Crewmember16T2Patriot Missile Crewmember16T3Patriot Missile Crewmember16T4Patriot Missile Crewmember23R1HAWK Missile System Mechanic (RC)23R2HAWK Missile System Mechanic (RC)23R3HAWK Missile System Mechanic (RC)23R4HAWK Missile System Mechanic (RC)23R5HAWK Missile System Mechanic (RC)24T1Patriot OP System Mechanic24T2Patriot OP System Mechanic24T3Patriot OP System Mechanic24T4Patriot OP System Mechanic
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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