MOS 31W Telecommunications Operations Chief
The telecommunications operations chief plans, coordinates, configures, directs, integrates, and supervises the installation, operation, maintenance, and management of tele-communications systems and networks, and oversees information systems support functions for command, control, communications, and computers (C4) used at all echelons of the Army. The Telecommunications Operations Chief serves in Signal and other special communications activities. Major duties for MOS 31W at each level of skill are:
a. Major duties.
(1) MOSC 31W4O. Plans, coordinates, and supervises installation, operation, maintenance, and management of telecommunications systems and networks, including radio, switching, cable, and automation equipment. Supervises the installation, operation, strapping, re-strapping, preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) and unit level maintenance on COMSEC devices. Directs restoration and alternate routing of circuits, trunks, links, and systems. Develops and implements unit level signal maintenance programs. Provides advice and technical assistance to subordinates and commanders. Develops frequency operational requirements, tele-communications service requests, and disseminates operations information to ensure C2 communications connectivity. Requests and ensures appropriate logistical support is available at all times. Assimilates and reports system/network statistics. Develops and implements training programs for Signal personnel. Uses computers to process operational and administrative information. Operates system control facilities as part of Signal organization management functions.
(2) MOSC 31W5O. Plans, directs, supervises and manages the installation, operation, and maintenance of Information Mission Area (IMA) Signal support functions within an integrated Army, Joint, or Defense telecommunications network, to include coordinating the resolution of communication difficulties within Army operated Signal systems and networks, and between Army, Joint, Defense and commercial telecommunications activities. Develops and enforces unit level Signal maintenance programs, policies, and procedures. Plans and coordinates logistic support for C4I network operations. Provides advice and technical assistance to commanders and subordinate units/elements. Performs Signal staff functions and coordinates Signal activities with higher, lower and adjacent headquarters. Prepares and maintains reports, records, and operational databases used to conduct Signal support functions in both tactical and strategic environments.
b. Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial award of MOS.
Telecommunications operations chief must possess the following qualifications:
(1) Physical demands rating-N/A.
(2) A physical profile of 222221.
(3) Normal color vision.
(4) Minimum aptitude area score-N/A.
(5) A security clearance of SECRET.
(6) A U.S. citizen.
(7) Formal training (completion of CMF 31 Advanced NCO Course conducted under the auspices of the USA Signal School) mandatory or waiver may be granted by Commandant, U.S. Army Signal School, ATTN: ATZH-POE, Ft Gordon, GA 30905-5300.
c. Additional skill identifiers.
(1) D9-Battlefield Spectrum Management.
(2) J7-WHCA Console Control Operations.
(3) P5-Master Fitness Trainer.
(4) 2S-Battle Staff Operations (skill level 3 and above only).
(5) 4A-Reclassification Training.
d. Physical requirements and standards of grade.
Physical requirements and SG relating to each skill level are listed in the following tables:
(1) Table 10-31W-1. Physical requirements.
(2) Table 10-31W-2. Standards of grade TOE/MTOE.
(3) Table 10-31W-3. Standards of grade TDA.
