Artillery and Missile Officers

Manage personnel and weapons operations to destroy enemy positions, aircraft, and vessels. Duties include planning, targeting, and coordinating the tactical deployment of field artillery and air defense artillery missile systems units; directing the establishment and operation of fire control communications systems; targeting and launching intercontinental ballistic missiles; directing the storage and handling of nuclear munitions and components; overseeing security of weapons storage and launch facilities; and managing maintenance of weapons systems.

What They Do

Artillery and missile officers lead specialized military units responsible for operating some of the most powerful weapons systems in modern warfare. They plan and execute missions involving field artillery, air defense systems, and in some cases, strategic missile platforms. During operations, they coordinate targeting procedures, direct fire control communications, and manage the tactical positioning of artillery batteries or missile launchers to support ground forces or defend against aerial threats.

Programs That Prepare You

College programs linked to this occupation, ranked by graduate earnings

Security Policy and Strategy(masters)Missouri State University-Springfield, MO
$102,639