Description
The Rifleman employs the M4 Service Rifle, the M320 Grenade Launcher, the M3E1 multi-purpose anti-armor anti-personnel weapons system (MAAWS), and the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR). Riflemen are the primary scouts, assault, and close combat forces available to the MAGTF. They are the foundation of the marine infantry organization, and as such are the nucleus of the fire team in the rifle squad, the scout team in the LAR squad, and scout platoons in the infantry battalion. Noncommissioned officers are assigned as fire team leaders, scout team leaders, and rifle squad leaders.
Core Skills
- Small unit leadership and team coordination
- Tactical communications equipment operation (radios, headsets)
- Use of digital mapping and navigation tools
- Reporting and documentation under stress
- Situational awareness and rapid decision-making
- Physical security and access control procedures
- Basic risk assessment and mitigation
- Training and mentoring junior personnel
- Adherence to SOPs and checklists
- Resilience and performance under pressure
- Cross-functional coordination with support elements
- Basic computer literacy and use of office tools
Common Certifications
- Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Executive Protection Certification
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) or EMT
- State POST Certification
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications (ICS 100/200/700/800)
Civilian Career Paths
- PRIVATE SECURITY
- PHYSICAL SECURITY
- LAW ENFORCEMENT
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Data sourced from official Marine Corps publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.