Army MOS · Combat & Infantry
6N THAAD Launching Control Station (LCS) Operator
Overview
A THAAD Launching Control Station operator performs operational duties with the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system in designated Air Defense Artillery positions. The operator applies comprehensive knowledge of THAAD and its subcomponents while carrying out those duties.
Core Skills
- air and missile defense operations
- real-time system monitoring
- tactical network operations
- system configuration
- fault isolation and troubleshooting
- checklist and SOP execution
- incident reporting
- situational awareness tools use
- crew coordination
- time-sensitive decision making
Civilian Software & Tools
- Alert Technologies OpsCenter
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Circuit evaluation software
Civilian Career Paths
- Network Operations
- Systems Administration
- IT Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) · Funded · Promotion points
- GMDSS Radio Operator License (DO)
- General Communications Technician: Level 1 (GCT1) · Funded · Promotion points
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class · Funded · Promotion points
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: General Class · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Technician Class · Funded · Promotion points
- Avionics Electronics Technician (AVN)
- Certified Collection Management Professional: Fundamental (CCMP-F) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Department of Defense All-Source Analyst I (CDASA-I)
- CompTIA A+ · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
- Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
- Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.
- Prepare emergency situation status reports that describe response and recovery efforts, needs, and preliminary damage assessments.
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Database Administrators
- Business Continuity Planners
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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