STEM - Science Jobs

OVERVIEW
Water Treatment Specialists are primarily responsible for supervising or performing the installation and operation of water purification equipment, as well as dealing with water storage and distribution operations and activities. They also inspect facilities and food supplies for the presence of disease, germs or other conditions hazardous to health and the environment.

JOB DUTIES

• Perform water quality analysis testing and verification
• Assist in water reconnaissance and site preparation
• Operate and maintain water treatment equipment
• Assist in setup of water treatment activity

TRAINING
Job training for a Water Treatment Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 12 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in testing different products.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Identification of health hazards
• Inspection of food products, food service operations, wastewater and waste disposal facilities

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Interest in algebra, biology, chemistry and general science
• High attention to detail
• Interest in protecting the environment

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
General Maintenance (GM): 88

Learn more about the ASVAB. 

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
923A Petroleum Systems Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with local, state or federal government agencies. You’ll be able to consider a future as a food and drug inspector, public health inspector, health and safety inspector, or industrial hygienist.

OVERVIEW
A Petroleum Laboratory Specialist refines and tests the fuel that moves the Guard. Use specialized science to evaluate and recommend petroleum products to fit the needs of the ever-changing battlefield. Conduct laboratory tests on samples and apply safety procedures in handling volatile products.

JOB DUTIES

• Gather samples and test petroleum products
• Evaluate test results and make recommendations on products
• Follow the American Society for Testing and Materials guidelines
• Safely handle volatile products in case of a fire or emergency 

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

Learn more about the ASVAB.

TRAINING
Job training for a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 7 weeks and 2 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA, and an on-the-job split between the classroom and the field.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are

• Testing methods
• Use of lab equipment, such as the centrifuge and spectrometer 

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Interest in chemistry and mathematics
• Ability to follow detailed procedures
• Interest in performing technical work

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills and experience you acquire as a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist could lead you into the petroleum industry or in a chemistry-related field doing testing in a lab. 

OVERVIEW
Be the first line of defense against weapons of mass destruction. You will be responsible for defending a nation against the biggest and most powerful threats that exist. You will be trained and trusted to handle defense measures, response operations, detection equipment and decontamination equipment.

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) equipment
• Conduct CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance
• Operate decontamination equipment in the event of a disaster
• Camouflage recon and surveillance equipment

REQUIREMENTS
To serve in the Guard, you must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), it’s a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identifies which Army National Guard job is best for you.

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 91

Learn more about the ASVAB. 

TRAINING
To become a CBRN Specialist, you will train for 10 weeks at Basic Training, where you will learn basic soldiering skills. After that, you will participate in 9 weeks and 2 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field. 

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Operation of CBRN decontamination, defense, detection and monitoring equipment
• Preparation for CBRN defense actions/procedures
• Use of CBRN protective equipment
• Hazardous materials certification (at the awareness level)
• Exposure to toxic agents while wearing CBRN protective equipment

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Effective communication skills
• Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to plan and organize
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under high stress

OVERVIEW
Preventive Medicine Specialists are primarily responsible for conducting or assisting with preventive medicine inspections, surveys and preventive medicine laboratory procedures. They also supervise preventive medicine facilities or serve on preventive medicine staffs.

JOB DUTIES

• Conduct preventive medicine inspections
• Assist with preventive medicine laboratory procedures
• Conduct survey and control operations

TRAINING
Job training for a Preventive Medicine Specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 16 weeks and 1 day of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, TX, which includes on-the-job instruction and practice in testing specimens.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Sanitation inspection procedures
• Understanding of parasites and diseases affecting humans
• Bacteriological analysis of potable water

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Interest in biology, chemistry and algebra
• Ability to follow detailed procedures precisely
• Interest in scientific and technical work

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 101

Learn more about the ASVAB. 

WARRANT OFFICER TRACK
640A Veterinary Services Technician

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a future with privately owned research institutions, public health departments and environmental sciences professions.

Through your extensive Army National Guard training and some additional study, you may be able to qualify for certification as a registered environmental health specialist/registered sanitarian and certified radiation protection technologist. Specific educational criteria must be met before you can qualify for certification.

OVERVIEW
Be the eyes of the commander. As a Geospatial Intelligence Imagery Analyst, you use advanced radar technology, aerial imagery and electronic sensors to analyze and paint the picture of the battlefield. You provide critical information to Army personnel about enemy forces, potential battle areas and combat operations support.

JOB DUTIES

• Produce intelligence by analyzing images, fixed/moving targets and geospatial data 
• Identify military installations, facilities, weapons systems, military equipment and defenses
• Determine the location and dimensions of objects
• Create ingress/egress and line-of-Sight products  

TRAINING
Basic Combat Training is 10 weeks and Advanced Individual Training is 23 weeks and 5 days at Fort Huachuca, AZ.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Planning overhead and aerial imagery collection 
• Preparing maps, charts, reports and geospatial intelligence
• Using computer systems and imagery exploitation software
• Analysis of fixed/moving target indicators, geospatial data and overhead/aerial images
• Understanding satellite orbitology

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)
Skilled Technical (ST): 101 
Learn more about the ASVAB. 

CERTIFICATIONS
Multiple nationally recognized certifications available.

EDUCATION
Qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships; allowances for books and fees; plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

Completion of MOS training can lead to college credit. Learn more about college planning and assistance.

OPTIONS FOR A SIGNING BONUS
See your Recruiter for details.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in remote sensing or photogrammetry with government agencies such as the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Learn more about related occupations.