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MOS 13A in Civilian Terms

Civilian equivalent: Field Artillery Officer / Operations Manager / Fire Support Coordinator / Defense Systems Program Manager

What this experience means to an employer

Experienced in commanding and synchronizing complex, time-sensitive operations across large teams while managing multi-million dollar equipment portfolios with zero margin for error. Proven ability to integrate cross-functional stakeholders, intelligence assets, and advanced weapons systems to deliver lethal, precise outcomes in contested environments. Translates directly to program management, systems integration, and operations leadership roles within defense and national security contracting.

Core skills

Cross-functional team leadership and personnel management (20-200+ personnel) Real-time tactical operations planning and execution under high-pressure conditions Fire support coordination and deconfliction across multi-domain environments Mission-critical systems operation and maintenance oversight (cannon, rocket, missile systems) Intelligence analysis and target acquisition integration Risk assessment, mitigation planning, and rapid decision-making Defense acquisition and logistics coordination Joint and coalition force interoperability and communications

Cleared career relevance

Many Field Artillery Officer / Operations Manager / Fire Support Coordinator / Defense Systems Program Manager positions in the defense and government-contracting sector require an active security clearance — an area where transitioning 13A talent is already a strong fit. Cleared2Hire matches your military record to cleared roles and translates it for employers automatically.

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