Command and Control Center Specialists
Command and Control Center Specialists operate and monitor communications, detection, and weapons systems that coordinate air, ground, and naval military operations. They work in command centers at military installations, maintaining critical communications between different branches of the armed forces and implementing emergency response plans during natural disasters or combat situations.
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A day in the work
Specialists spend their time monitoring multiple communication channels, radar systems, and tactical displays simultaneously. They relay orders and updates between commanding officers and operational units, document all transmissions, and respond to alerts or system malfunctions. During shifts, they may conduct equipment checks, participate in training drills, and maintain detailed logs of all activities and communications.
Who this work suits
You likely excel at multitasking in high-pressure environments and staying calm when handling time-sensitive information. You have strong attention to detail, can follow complex technical procedures, and take responsibility seriously when others depend on your accuracy and quick thinking.
What it takes
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- COMMAND POST SPECIALIST · Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command · Westover Air Reserve Base, Massachusetts · $69905–$90882
- Command Center Specialist · U.S. Coast Guard · Saint Louis, Missouri · $91779–$119315
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Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
Related occupations
Four short assessments and your background, scored against command and control center specialists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 55-3015.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.