MOS 19D—Cavalry Scout
Qualifications for initial award of MOS 19D, Cavalry Scout:
PULHES:
111121
Physical
Demands Rating: very heavy
Required
ASVAB Score: CO: 87
Enlistment
Bonus: None
Security Clearance: None
U.S. Citizenship: Not Required
AIT Length / Location: 5 weeks at Ft Knox, Kentucky
Other Requirements
Cavalry Scout (MOS 19D) Description / Major Duties:
The cavalry scout leads, serves, or assists as a member of scout crew, squad, section, or platoon in reconnaissance, security, cordon/search, and other combat operations.
Duties for MOS 19D at each skill level are:
MOSC 19D1O. Functions as a vehicle operator and/or crewmember aboard an M3A2 or M3A3 Cavalry Fighting Vehicle (CFV), HMMWV (highly mobile multi-wheeled vehicle), or Stryker. Responsible for maintaining the 25MM, .50 caliber, M240B, M249 machine guns, MK-19 grenade launcher, M16A4/M4 rifle, Beretta 9mm, AT-4, and shotguns. Also, anti-armor weapons such as the Javelin and TOW, and (SINCGARS) digital radio communications equipment. Trained on mounted maneuver, and dismounted land navigation patrols using the FBCB2 (future battle command brigade and below) and PSN-11 (Plugger). Serves as a member of an LP/OP (listening/observation post) while employing principles of cover and concealment. Gather information on the size, activity, location, unit, time, and equipment of the enemy (SALUTE Report). Collects and reports data for route classifications, fords tunnels, and bridges. Uses all the prior data to request, adjust, and execute indirect fires.
MOSC 19D2O. Trains, supervises and leads a scout vehicle crew/squad (4 to 5 personnel) or scout team. Responsible for individual (M16A4/M4 and 9mm), crew-served weapons (25MM, .50 caliber, M240B, M249 machine guns, MK-19 grenade launcher), and the maintenance of the CFV, HMMWV, or Stryker vehicles, and SINCGARS. Selects, organizes, and supervises operation of observation/listening posts. Also, may serve as a gunner on a CFV, Stryker, and HMMWV. Gathers information on the SALUTE Report, collects, reports data for route classification, fords tunnels, and bridges. Uses all the prior data to request, adjust, and execute indirect fire. Can also serve as an operations assistant at brigade or squadron level.
MOSC 19D3O. Responsible for the training, and tactical deployment of a scout section and/or squads in combat. Responsible for individual weapons, crew-served weapons, and the maintenance of assigned vehicle and equipment. Collects battlefield reports (SALUTE/SALT) and analyzes accuracy of reconnaissance information. Manage reconnaissance of fording sites, tunnels, and bridges. Control movement when conducting route/area/zone reconnaissance at section level by evaluating terrain, selecting routes, assembly areas, and combat firing positions. Supervises section/squad resupply of Class I, III, V. Identifies, selects targets, and issues fire commands. Call for, observes, and adjusts indirect fires. May also serve as an operations assistant in a squadron/battalion or higher level staff, and as operations NCO at troop level.
MOSC 19D4O. Responsible for training and directing platoon level operations including; tactical movement, individual and crew-served weapons qualification, vehicle maintenance, security operations (screening), and route/area/zone reconnaissance. Collects, evaluates, and assists the commander/operations officer in planning, organizing, directing, supervising, training, coordinating, and reporting activities of the recon scout or armored cavalry platoon. Manages distribution and adjusts direct and aerial fires in combat. Employ operation security (OPSEC) and casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) measures. Coordinates and conducts platoon resupply. May also serve as an assistant operations NCO at battalion or higher level.
Other Requirements for Award of MOS 19D:
(1) Correctable vision of 20/20 in one eye and 20/100 in other eye.
(2) Normal color vision.
(3) Formal training (completion of MOS 19D course conducted under the
auspices of the U.S. Army Armor School) mandatory.
(4) Reclassification.
(a) Active Component. The highest grade an individual may be reclassified
into MOS 19D is grade SGT. Soldiers reclassifying into MOS 19D must complete
a mandatory MOS 19D course conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Army
Armor School.
(b) Reserve Component (RC).
1. Skill level 1 and 2 Soldiers reclassifying into MOS 19D must complete
the MOS 19D reclassification course (MOS-T), MOS 19D advanced individual
training or an approved transition course conducted under the auspices
of the U.S. Army Armor School.
2. Skill level 3 and 4 NCOs must complete both the skill level 1 reclassification
requirement and complete one of the following; the skill level 3 or 4
TATSC NCOES technical phases, or a proponent approved NCOES transition
course.
3. Skill level 3 and 4 Soldiers will be awarded the appropriate MOS with
ASI Y2 upon completion of the MOS reclassification course. The Y2 identifier
is removed upon completion of the appropriate NCOES resident technical
phases or proponent approved NCOES transition course.
Additional Skill Identifiers for MOS 19D:
B9—Bradley M2A3/M3A3 Operator/System Maintainer.
D3—Bradley Fighting Vehicle System (BFVS).
F7—Pathfinder.
J3—Bradley Fighting Vehicle Master Gunner.
R4—Interim Brigade Combat Team Operations.
2C—Javelin Gunnery.
Article Last Modified: May 10, 2011
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