Military Occupational Classification and Structure - U.S. Army

(a) Employs digital switching theory, logic, and computer fundamentals
applicable to the MFAD systems.
(b) Applies theory and fundamentals of solid-state devices employed
in the MFAD systems.
(c) Directs test procedures, diagnostic system analysis, and trouble-shooting
of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneum
a t i c a n d o p t i c a l m a l f u n c t i o n s o n M F A D s y s t e m s a n d t h e i r
components.
(d) Monitors and directs maintenance responsibilities and unit
status reporting for missile support units.
(e) Manages, directs, and monitors operations and integration of
the automated Unit Level Logistic System (ULLS), Standard Army
Maintenance System (SAMS-1), and the Standard Army Retail Supply
System (SARSS).
(f) Interprets technical data and instructs subordinates in technical
aspects of supported missile systems.
(g) Manages activities, supervises personnel, and allocates resources
to provide for smooth and continuous maintenance and
repair operations in a garrison and tactical environment.
(h) Advises commanders on technical aspects of MFAD systems
maintenance, support testing and supply.
(i) Supervises maintenance and repair of organic tools, test equipment,
and associated training equipment.
(j) Instructs subordinates in operating procedures, and maintenance
techniques used in the care of special tools and supporting
equipment; as well as the Army Maintenance Management System
(TAMMS).
(k) Directs and assists personnel in solving unusually complex
problems of diagnosis, and modification, of automated test equipment
used in support of MFAD systems.
(l) Ensures quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures
are followed.
(m) Estimates supply requirements, observes work practices, and
detects and corrects improper procedures and techniques.
(n) Manages, examines, interprets, disseminates, and verifies requirements
for technical publications in the unit.
(o) Supervises maintenance support team activities.
(p) Initiates and monitors report of discrepancy (ROD), quality
discrepancy report (QDR), and engineering change proposal (ECP)
documents.
(q) Implements proper safety and security procedures applicable
to MFAD systems support.
(r) Develops, coordinates, updates, and applies internal administrative
procedures to requisition, receive, issue, and store repair
parts, tools, publications, and supplies.
(s) Directs the operation of a unit prescribed load list (PLL) for
organizational repair parts and maintenance related items.
(t) Manages the scheduling of periodic maintenance, services,
and calibration of organic equipment.
(2) CW3—
(a) Performs duties described in paragraph g(1).
(b) Monitors and directs work-flow and test procedures, diagnostic
system analysis, and troubleshooting techniques for automated
test equipment supporting MFAD systems.
(c) Monitors, identifies, and rectifies anomalies in the requisition
life cycle of repair parts requisitions.
(d) Conducts periodic inspections of equipment to ensure compliance
with established maintenance standards and programs.
(e) Conducts liaison with supported units to determine future
support requirements and satisfaction with current support.
(f) Assists the commander or shop officer in the application of
available automation resources to optimize DS/GS shop operations.
(g) Manages, supervises, directs and monitors DS/GS maintenance
section activities and the utilization of Maintenance Support
Teams.
(h) Develops, implements, and monitors programs of instruction
that enhance training of other warrant officer and enlisted MOSs.
(3) CW4—
(a) Performs duties described in paragraph g(2).
(b) Monitors, coordinates, and analyzes contracting, procurement,
and material acquisition programs for new and existing MFAD
systems.
(c) Provides data and technical guidance concerning future requirements,
MWO, product improvement program (PIP), and related
program information that has an impact upon Life Cycle Systems
Management (LCSM) of MFAD systems.
(d) Provides technical and tactical assistance at any echelon of
command or support activity for the U.S. Army, or liaison activities
with allied armies.
(e) Presents written or oral briefings to line, staff, and professional
personnel on maintenance and related subject matters.
(4) CW5—
(a) Performs duties described in paragraph g(3).
(b) Provides coordination between military and industry during
development, testing, and fielding of new MFAD systems.
( c ) M a n a g e s t h e d e v e l o p m e n t o f t r a i n i n g p a c k a g e s t o e n s u r e
Army personnel are prepared to operate and maintain the new systems
prior to fielding.
(d) Administers the MOS Life Cycle Management and oversees
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h. Grading and position titles. Authorized position titles are provided
in appendixes B and C. The following grades are used to code
positions into one of four definable skill levels: W2 equals WO1/
CW2; W3 equals CW3; W4 equals CW4; and W5 equals CW5. The
grades are listed in the following standards of grade tables:
(1) Table 8-917A-1. Standards of grade TOE/MTOE.
(2) Table 8-917A-2. Standards of grade TDA.
8–101. Area of Concentration 918—TMDE Maintenance
Support
There is one warrant officer specialty within this AOC. The skills
and knowledge required to qualify for this specialty provides the
technical expertise to maintain, repair and calibrate the Army’s
general and selected special purpose test, measurement and diagnostic
equipment (TMDE).
8–102. Military Occupational Specialty 918A-TMDE
Maintenance Support Technician
a. Licensing/certification requirement. None.
b. Prerequisites. DA Cir 601 series.
c. MOS 918A. MOS 918A is an accession MOS. The enlisted
feeder MOS is 35H.
d. Associated SQI.
(1) 0—No special qualifications.
(2) 7—Parachutist.
(3) 8—Instructor.
(4) T—Transition (personnel only).
(5) Z—Research, Development, Test and Evaluation Technician.
e. Associated ASI.
(1) 6M—Mobilization and Demobilization Operations.
(2) 6P—Master Fitness Trainer.
f. Qualifications.
(1) WO1/CW2 must—
(a) Complete the TMDE Maintenance Support Warrant Officer
Basic Course.
(b) Have normal vision correctable to 20/20; normal color discrimination
and hearing per AR 40-501; and full use of both hands.
(c) Have good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to
make minute adjustments on sensitive instruments.
(2) CW3 must—
(a) Meet qualifications described in paragraph f(i).
(b) Complete the Ordnance Warrant Officer Advanced Course.
(3) CW4 must—
(a) Meet qualifications described in paragraph f(2).
(b) Complete the Warrant Officer Staff Course (WOSC).
(4) CW5 must—
(a) Meet qualifications described in paragraph f(3).
(b) Complete the Warrant Officer Senior Staff Course (WOSSC).
g. Duties.
(1) WO1/CW2—