14P Air and Missile Defense (AMD) Crewmember NCOER Duty Description Examples

Serves as SHORAD Crew Chief responsible for the combat readiness and operational effectiveness of an assigned Avenger, M-SHORAD, or Stinger crew; Directs crew operations during air defense missions ensuring proper aircraft and UAS identification and engagement procedures are followed; Manages crew equipment readiness and coordinates maintenance requirements for all assigned SHORAD systems; Enforces crew certification standards and trains crew members on threat identification and engagement procedures; Maintains accountability of all assigned weapons, missiles, ammunition, and sensitive ADA equipment; Advises the section chief on crew readiness, equipment status, and air defense mission requirements

Serves as SHORAD Section Chief responsible for the combat readiness and operational effectiveness of an air defense section; Supervises crew chiefs in the execution of air defense and counter-UAS missions, crew training, and equipment maintenance; Manages section positioning and coordinates air defense coverage and early warning with the battery command post; Directs the section maintenance program and ensures all SHORAD systems meet operational readiness standards; Coordinates with supported maneuver units on air defense coverage requirements and air threat reporting; Advises the platoon leader and battery commander on section readiness and SHORAD employment

Serves as Operations NCOIC for a SHORAD battalion responsible for planning and synchronizing air defense operations in support of maneuver forces; Supervises battery operations NCOs and section chiefs in the execution of air defense missions and crew certification; Manages battalion air defense positioning and coordinates coverage with supported division and brigade air defense elements; Directs the development of air defense SOPs, crew training programs, and operational readiness standards; Coordinates with higher air defense headquarters for early warning, airspace control measures, and weapons control status; Advises the battalion commander and S3 on air defense readiness, threat assessments, and SHORAD employment

Serves as SHORAD Crew Chief directing crew operations and maintaining air defense readiness; Manages crew equipment readiness and ensures all assigned SHORAD systems are operationally ready for air defense missions; Directs crew through aircraft and UAS identification and engagement procedures during air defense operations; Enforces crew certification standards and trains crew members on all crew positions; Maintains accountability of assigned weapons, missiles, equipment, and sensitive ADA materials; Advises the section chief on crew readiness, equipment status, and air defense mission requirements

Serves as Battery Operations NCO responsible for managing air defense operations for a SHORAD battery; Manages the battery command post and coordinates air defense missions across all battery sections; Maintains the air picture, tracks aerial threats, and disseminates early warning and weapons control status from higher ADA headquarters; Manages battery communications and ensures continuous coordination with supported maneuver forces; Coordinates air defense positioning and sector assignments for all battery sections; Advises the battery commander and executive officer on operational status and air defense mission requirements

Serves as Stinger Team Chief responsible for the readiness and employment of a MANPADS team; Directs team positioning and engagement procedures to protect the supported unit from low-altitude air threats; Manages Stinger missiles, gripstocks, and associated equipment accountability and readiness; Trains team members on aircraft and UAS recognition, engagement procedures, and early-warning reporting; Coordinates with the supported unit on air defense coverage and air threat reporting; Advises the section chief on team readiness, equipment status, and mission requirements