14R: Bradley Linebacker Crewmember

Major Duties: The Bradley linebacker crewmember supervises and operates the BSFV and associated equipment. Duties for MOS 14R at each level of skill are:

• Skill Levels
  • Skill Level 1 MOSC 14R1O. Operates and performs preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on the Bradley linebacker. Operates communications equipment. Visually identifies threat and friendly aircraft and armored vehicles. Operates turret. Operates Bradley linebacker weapon systems. Performs loading, unloading, PMCS and corrective actions on the Bradley linebacker weapon systems. Performs PMCS on communications equipment. NBC system, and turret.
    
  • Skill Level 2 MOSC 14R2O. Performs duties in preceding skill level, supervises subordinate soldiers and provides technical guidance in the accomplishment of their duties. Performs gunner duties during target engagements. Assists squad leader in crew training. Supervises and assists crewmembers with PMCS and loading and unloading all weapon systems. Prepares range card. Collects and consolidates intelligence information.
    
    
  • Skill Level 3 MOSC 14R3O. Performs duties in preceding skill levels, supervises subordinate soldiers and provides technical guidance to the soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties. Commands the Bradley linebacker. Selects targets. Determines weapon employment. Issues fire commands for all weapons. Selects routes of movement and vehicle positions. Selects MANPADS firing positions. Trains complete crew. Coordinates and supervises PMCS. Process special and periodic reports.
    
    
  • Skill Level 4 MOSC 14R4O. Performs duties in preceding skill levels, supervises subordinate soldiers and provides technical guidance to the soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties. Plans, organizes, directs, supervises, trains, coordinates, and reports activities of Bradley linebacker squads and sections. Conducts platoon reconnaissance, selection, and occupation of position (RSOP) and plans tactical deployment. Coordinates logistical support. Supervises platoon maintenance activities. Prepares operation plans and standing operating procedures (SOP). Assists platoon leader in design of ADA defenses.

Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of MOS. The Bradley Linebacker crewmember must possess the following qualifications:

(1) Physical Demands Rating: medium

(2) Physical Profile: 222221

(3) Normal color vision

(4) Near and far visual acuity correctable to 20/20 with normal depth perception.

(5) Minimum score of 100 in aptitude area OF.

(6) Security Clearance of SECRET.

(7) Formal training (completion of MOS 14R course conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery School) mandatory.

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The major duties, physical demands, physical profile, and skill levels were obtained from Army Pamphlet 611-21.

MOS List for Air Defense Artillery