Artillery Officer

Overview

As a member of the military, an Artillery Officer is expected to coordinate and execute indirect fire support, ground‑based air defense, surveillance, and target acquisition, and provide tactical advice as part of the combat arms team. Working closely with the other members of the combat arms in the Armour, Infantry and Combat Engineering regiments as well as all other support arms on and off the battlefield.

There are three specialized areas for an Artillery Officer: Field Artillery Officer, Air Defense Officer, and Target Acquisition Officer. Each is expected to become an expert in their own technologically complex equipment and its tactical employment.

Field Artillery Officer Expertise

• Howitzers and Mortars
• Battlefield Surveillance Radars
• Observation & Fire control systems
• Coordination and integration of indirect fire and close air support

Air Defense Officer Expertise

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