Army MOS · Combat & Infantry
6N THAAD Launching Control Station (LCS) Operator
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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.
Notes & Sources
- 6N (THAAD Launching Control Station (LCS) Operator) is an Army Additional Skill Identifier (proponent: U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery School (USAADASCH)), effective 2015-10, not a standalone military occupation.
- Authority scope: "Designates Enlisted E3 and above in specific critical Air Defense Artillery Branch positions where the incumbent is responsible for operational duties and requires comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the Terminal High Altitude Area …" Award requirement: "Soldier must be a graduate of the 14H Enhanced Early Warning Operator Course and must be assigned to a THAAD unit." Restrictions: "For use with MOS 14H only." The identifier alone does not establish a civilian occupation; occupation-specific skills and career guidance depend on the holder's primary MOS and actual duties.
Evidence for this guidance (1 document)
- DA PAM 611-21 FY2025 Smartbook ch 12 (posted 2025-12-04): ASI 6N THAAD Launching Control Station (LCS) Operator
[1] Table 12-2 numerical listing of ASIs, entry 'Code: 6N (Eff 201510)', lines 1558-1573
Supports: Specialty definition
Source review recorded October 7, 2026.
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