It was ok, if you didn't mind being deployed - Fire Direction Control Specialist US Army Employee Review

4.0
May 30, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits, great training. a definite way to get ahead in life. it will keep you in shape and you get some really cool stories that you may or may not tell anyone

Cons

Well on major con would be deployments and the fact that you could die on those. lost a number of brothers. so that would have to be a con

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Cons

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Pros

Great on a resume Education benefits (e.g. Montgomery) Free certifications; SkillBridge programs when leaving Phenomenal mentorship from seasoned leaders (Mostly) predictable work schedule Guaranteed career progression opportunities Potential for unique schools (airborne, air assault, rangers) A lot of time for personal development (if good leadership) Free healthcare VA benefits after leaving the service Huge veteran community after service

Cons

Sometimes unpredictable and very long work hours Not a lot of room for personal development (if bad leadership) Clearly unfit individuals in leadership positions in every unit A lot of time away from family when deployed/on rotation Moving from duty locations every few years on average Work may take a heavy toll on personal health Being treated like a child as a 30+ year old Overbearing emphasis on inclusivity and diversity for a military organization

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