0803 - Target Acquisition Officer

Summary

Target Acquisition Officers are special staff officers responsible for advising the artillery and supported maneuver commanders on all aspects of the targeting process, target acquisition assets, and related fire support systems.

They participate in the conduct of the targeting process, and supervise and evaluate the execution of targeting in accordance with the commander’s guidance.

They supervise the task organization and employment of the target acquisition assets, specifically survey, acoustic, meteorological, and counter battery radar systems.

Target Acquisition Officers are directly responsible for the training and readiness of the target acquisition personnel and equipment.

Prerequisites

Must have previously served in one of the following MOSs: 0842, 0844, 0847, 0848, 0861, or 0871.

Must meet eligibility and appointment criteria as prescribed in MCO 1040.42B, WO and LDO accession programs.

Must have completed one of the following courses: Marine Artillery Operations Chief Course (MAOCC) (A204801), U.S.

Army Field Artillery School, Ft Sill, OK.

Marine Corps Fire Support Chief Course (MCFSCC) (A20ANY1), U.S.

Army Field Artillery School, Ft Sill, OK.

Requirements

Complete the Warrant Officer Basic Course (WOBC) (M02RMN4) at the soonest available course after selection.

Must complete the Target Acquisition Officer Basic Course (TAOBC) (A200H51) within 18 months of selection for both active duty and reserves.

POI CID

A200H51

Duties

For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (k), Artillery Training and Readiness Manual.

Artillery and Missile Officers 55-1014.

None.

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