Initial Training Overview: Job training for an Avenger Crewmember consists of nine weeks of Basic Training, and ten weeks of training at Fort Bliss, Texas. Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions.
Additional Training Information: Specific formal training opportunities for this MOS, including advanced training courses available at specific points of the soldier's career, can be found on the Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) Web Site.
Restrictions: During Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT), the Army limits a soldier's personal freedom, using a "Phase System," which grants increased freedom, based upon phase of training. For details, see Army Training Phase Restrictions.
Training Details: Course is designed to give training in Air Defense Artillery SHORAD that includes driver's certification, visual aircraft recognition, armored vehicle recognition, hull systems, operation of the BSFV and Linebacker, operation, maintenance and engagement of the Stinger Weapon System (MANPADS), loader and driver specific duties, communications, operate the vehicle in a NBC environment, Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on the BSFV and Linebacker. Other subjects covered include: Operating technologies specific to the Bradley Linebacker, operating gun, missile and rocket launching systems specific to the Bradley Linebacker, artillery tactics and battle strategy, map reading, and scouting techniques.
