Combat Jobs | U.S. Army Combat MOS Guide

U.S. Army MOS List by Category / 미 육군 MOS 카테고리별 안내

This page provides a general overview of selected U.S. Army Active Duty MOS options by category, including minimum contract length and general citizenship eligibility.

본 페이지는 미 육군 Active Duty(현역) 기준 MOS를 카테고리별로 정리한 일반 안내입니다. 각 MOS의 최소 계약기간과 시민권/영주권 지원 가능 여부를 참고용으로 확인할 수 있습니다.

Combat Jobs | U.S. Army Combat MOS Guide

Combat jobs are some of the most fundamental and mission-focused careers in the U.S. Army. 

This category includes Infantry, Armor, Field Artillery, Air Defense Artillery, and Special Forces-related MOS options.

These jobs are closely connected to direct combat missions, field operations, fire support, reconnaissance, and battlefield movement.

Included MOS

11B, 11C, 11X
13B, 13F, 13J, 13M, 13R
14E, 14G, 14H, 14P, 14T
18B, 18C, 18D, 18E, 18X
19C, 19D, 19K

This field may be a good fit for you if you are interested in:

Physical challenges
Teamwork and leadership
Field training and outdoor missions
A traditional Army combat experience

Important Notice

This document is intended as a general reference based on current U.S. Army Active Duty enlistment information.
Army Reserve requirements, contract lengths, and MOS availability may differ.

The minimum contract lengths listed in this guide are based on current information at the time of writing and may change at any time depending on Army policy and current manpower needs.

Infantry / 보병

11B – Infantryman / 보병
3 years | Green Card Eligible

11C – Indirect Fire Infantryman / 간접 사격 보병
3 years | Green Card Eligible

11X – Infantry Recruit / 보병 모집병
3 years | Green Card Eligible

Field Artillery / 야전 포병

13B – Cannon Crewmember / 대포 승무원
3 years | Green Card Eligible

13F – Joint Fire Support Specialist / 전방 관측병
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

13J – Fire Control Specialist / 화력 통제 전문가
4 years | U.S. Citizen Only

13M – Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS/HIMARS) Crewmember / 다연장 로켓 시스템 승무원
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

13R – Weapons Locating Radar Operator / 대포병 레이더 운용병
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

Air Defense Artillery / 방공 포병

14E – Patriot Fire Control Enhanced Operator/Maintainer / 패트리엇 운용·정비병
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

14G – Air Defense Battle Management System Operator / 방공 전투 관리 시스템 운용병
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

14H – Air Defense Enhanced Early Warning System Operator / 조기경보 운용병
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

14P – Air and Missile Defense (AMD) Crewmember / 방공 미사일 승무원
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

14T – Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator/Maintainer / 패트리엇 발사대 운용·정비병
3 years | U.S. Citizen Only

Special Forces / 특수 부대

18B – Special Forces Weapons Sergeant / 특수부대 무기 하사
5 years | U.S. Citizen Only

18C – Special Forces Engineer Sergeant / 특수부대 공병 하사
5 years | U.S. Citizen Only

18D – Special Forces Medical Sergeant / 특수부대 의무 하사
5 years | U.S. Citizen Only

18E – Special Forces Communications Sergeant / 특수부대 통신 하사
5 years | U.S. Citizen Only

18X – Special Forces Candidate / 특수부대 모집병
5 years | U.S. Citizen Only

Armor & Cavalry / 기갑

19C – Bradley Crewmember / 브래들리 장갑차 승무원
3 years | Green Card Eligible

19D – Cavalry Scout / 기병 정찰병
3 years | Green Card Eligible

19K – Armor Crewman / 전차 승무원
3 years | Green Card Eligible

Check your eligibility first.

Choosing an Army MOS is not only about what job you want.

Your actual options may depend on your age, immigration status, ASVAB score, physical exam results, security clearance eligibility, and current job availability.

If you are interested in a specific MOS, the best first step is to confirm whether that job is actually available and whether you qualify for it.

Interested in a specific Army MOS?

Choosing an Army MOS is not only about what job you want.

Your actual options may depend on your age, immigration status, ASVAB score, physical exam results, security clearance eligibility, and current job availability.

If you are interested in a specific MOS, the best first step is to confirm whether that job is actually available and whether you qualify for it.

A consultation is free, and there is no obligation to enlist.

Get accurate information first, then make your decision.

U.S. Army Recruiter
SSG Lee, Ho Yong

📞 Call / Text: 703-594-6878
📧 Email: hoyong.lee4.mil@army.mil
 

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