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Heliostatic Coalition Armed Forces
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Other Names: HCAF
Related Lore: Lore:Heliostatic_Coalition, Expeditionary Police Force (of HC)
Languages:  PanslavicThe primary language of the Heliostatic Coalition, Pan-Slavic evolved organically from the Eastern and Central European linguistic roots of the founding colonists who settled Vistula and its surrounding systems during the First Great Interstellar Migration. Isolated from Sol for centuries during the 'Quiet Century', the scattered colonies saw their inherited languages drift, merge, and simplify under the pressures of survival and limited communication between settlements. When the colonies re-established contact in the late 2390s and formalized the Heliostatic Compact in 2405, the engineered Pan-Slavic emerged as the natural standard.
Linguistically, Pan-Slavic retains the Slavic verbal aspect system and much of its foundational vocabulary: body parts, family, nature, and basic actions. However, centuries of separation and the mixing of settlers from different regional backgrounds simplified its noun morphology dramatically. Today, Pan-Slavic is spoken natively by the human majority of the CZD and as a second language by most other Coalition citizens.
While Sol Common remains the language of interstellar communication, Pan-Slavic is the language of home, of the Chamber, and of the Long Arm. To an outsider, it sounds simultaneously familiar and alien - recognizably Slavic in its rhythm and structure, but punctuated by loanwords from the Turkic and Persian linguistic strata that survived the Quiet Century.,  Sol CommonAnd when contact was established, the Admiral waved at the screen and said, "Mi parolas la lingvon de la Homines!" - I speak the language of Mankind. A simplified mix of Esperanto and Modern Latin, and the only recognized official language of the Sol Federation. This peculiar constructed language became popular during SolFed's earliest days, and was almost entirely overtaken by other popular tongues - it became widespread through heavy-handed political maneuvering with the help of corporate bureaucrats and other undesirables. Nowadays, it's a near-universal tongue and a must-know for any sentient being that plans to leap forward into space.
Contributors: StalkerosToken Panslavic representative, author of the entire HC, too many PRs to count (like the Random Ship Event framework, and an incredible writer all around. Truly a god among men, and a gift among women. If there are two people left alive on Earth, they're both him, somehow. This wiki and community are eternally grateful for their contributions, and beyond that, their simple presence. They are incredible for reasons beyond what they do, and deserve far better than what words can write.
May be contacted on Discord in regards to HC content. In their words:
"Hi I Make HC Stuff If You Also Wanna Make HC Stuff Please Reach Out Or I Might Veto Your Shit KTHX XOXO",  XeroX_OfficeGalactic Hero. High, ranking, official. May contact on Discord about HC Larp, SolFed Larp stuff.
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HELIOSTATIC COALITION ARMED FORCES
COMPLETE RANK & SPECIALIZATION SYSTEM
I. RANK STRUCTURE
Enlisted Ranks (Technical Track)
| Code |
Rank |
NATO Equivalent |
Time to Achieve |
Promotion Criteria |
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| EN1 |
Initiate |
Private |
0 months (entry) |
Complete basic training |
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| EN2 |
Technician-In-Training |
Private (post-training) |
6 months |
Complete advanced individual training (AIT) in specialization |
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| EN3 |
Junior Technician |
Private First Class |
1-2 years |
12 months time-in-grade, demonstrated competence, supervisor recommendation |
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| EN4 |
Technician 2nd Class |
Corporal |
3-5 years |
24 months time-in-grade, specialization certification, written exam |
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| EN5 |
Technician 1st Class |
Sergeant |
5-8 years |
36 months time-in-grade, advanced specialization certification, field evaluation |
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| EN6 |
Chief |
Staff Sergeant |
8-12 years |
48 months time-in-grade, leadership course, NCO academy graduate |
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| EN7 |
Squad Chief |
Sergeant First Class |
12-18 years |
60 months time-in-grade, senior NCO academy, demonstrated leadership |
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Officer Ranks (Command Track)
| Code |
Rank |
NATO Equivalent |
Time to Achieve |
Promotion Criteria
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| OF1 |
Officer Apprentice |
Officer Cadet |
0 months (entry) |
University degree + officer candidate school acceptance |
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| OF2 |
Adjutant |
Lieutenant |
2-3 years |
Complete officer basic course, 24 months service, first command evaluation |
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| OF3 |
Rittmaster |
Captain |
5-8 years |
48 months time-in-grade, company command, advanced officer course |
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| OF4 |
Lieutcommander |
Major |
10-14 years |
60 months time-in-grade, staff college, battalion staff experience |
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| OF5 |
Commander |
Colonel |
16-20 years |
72 months time-in-grade, command of a unit, war college graduate |
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| OF6 |
Oberstcommander |
Brigadier General |
20-25 years |
60 months time-in-grade, brigade command, strategic leadership course |
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| OF7 |
Brigadier / Forcemaster |
Major General |
25-30 years |
48 months time-in-grade, division-level command, demonstrated strategic capability |
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| OF8 |
Divisioneer / Fleetmaster |
Lieutenant General / Vice Admiral |
30-35 years |
48 months time-in-grade, corps/fleet command, exceptional service |
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| OF9 |
Starfleet/Force/Corps Commander-In-Chief |
General / Admiral |
35+ years |
Appointment by Unified High Command, confirmed by Chamber of Legislation |
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II. SPECIALIZATION GROUPS
Group 1: Combat (CBT) — "The Teeth"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| CBT |
Combat Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Direct combat, infantry, armor, mechs
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Combat Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| CBT-01 |
Rifleman |
Standard infantry, Zaibas rifle |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-02 |
Automatic Rifleman |
Zaibas-X Volleygun operator |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-03 |
Marksman |
Zaibas-Astrus sniper |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-04 |
Breacher |
Zaibas-C Cinder, door-kicker |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-05 |
Grenadier |
M/GL-55 Catalyst operator |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-06 |
Anti-Armor Specialist |
M/A-97 Javelin, M/ER-11 Quasar |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-07 |
Scout |
Forward reconnaissance |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| CBT-08 |
Forward Observer |
Artillery/air support coordination |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| CBT-09 |
Combat Controller |
Air-ground integration |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| CBT-10 |
Drone Operator |
Tactical UAV control |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| CBT-11 |
Aegis Driver |
MBT-9 driver |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| CBT-12 |
Aegis Gunner |
MBT-9 gunner |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| CBT-13 |
Centurion Driver |
IFV-7 driver |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| CBT-14 |
Centurion Gunner |
IFV-7 gunner |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| CBT-15 |
Vedette Operator |
ECV-6 scout vehicle crew |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| CBT-16 |
Warden Pilot |
TACS-1 mech operator |
OF1 → OF5 |
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Combat Jobs (Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| CBT-17 |
Squad Leader |
Infantry squad command (12 soldiers) |
OF2 |
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| CBT-18 |
Platoon Leader |
Infantry platoon command (40 soldiers) |
OF2-OF3 |
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| CBT-19 |
Company Commander |
Infantry company command (150 soldiers) |
OF3-OF4 |
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| CBT-20 |
Battalion Commander |
Infantry battalion command (800 soldiers) |
OF4-OF5 |
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| CBT-21 |
Regimental Commander |
Regiment command (3,000 soldiers) |
OF5-OF6 |
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| CBT-22 |
Brigade Commander |
Brigade command (10,000 soldiers) |
OF6-OF7 |
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| CBT-23 |
Division Commander |
Division command (30,000 soldiers) |
OF7-OF8 |
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| CBT-24 |
Corps Commander |
Corps command (100,000+ soldiers) |
OF8-OF9 |
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| CBT-25 |
Tank Platoon Leader |
4x Aegis tanks |
OF2-OF3 |
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| CBT-26 |
Tank Company Commander |
14x Aegis tanks |
OF3-OF4 |
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| CBT-27 |
Armor Battalion Commander |
60x Aegis tanks |
OF4-OF5 |
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| CBT-28 |
Mech Platoon Leader |
4x Wardens |
OF2-OF3 |
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| CBT-29 |
Mech Company Commander |
14x Wardens |
OF3-OF4 |
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Group 2: Engineering (ENG) — "Build It, Break It"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| ENG |
Engineering Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Construction, demolition, fabrication, power
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Engineering Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| ENG-01 |
Combat Engineer |
Field fortifications, breaching |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| ENG-02 |
Demolition Specialist |
Advanced explosives, sabotage |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| ENG-03 |
Bridge Specialist |
Assault bridging, crossing points |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ENG-04 |
Fabrication Operator |
M/FC-8 Forge cannon operator |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ENG-05 |
Field Repair Technician |
Battle-damage repair |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| ENG-06 |
Structural Engineer |
Bunkers, permanent fortifications |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| ENG-07 |
Power Plant Operator |
Reactor systems, fusion plants |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| ENG-08 |
Reactor Technician |
Maintenance of ship/vehicle reactors |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| ENG-09 |
Capacitor Specialist |
Energy storage systems |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ENG-10 |
Environmental Engineer |
Life support, atmospheric processors |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ENG-11 |
Water Systems Technician |
Purification, distribution |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| ENG-12 |
Waste Management Engineer |
Sanitation systems |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| ENG-13 |
Construction Foreman |
Leads engineering teams |
EN5 → EN7 |
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| ENG-14 |
Surveyor |
Terrain analysis, positioning |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ENG-15 |
Geotechnical Engineer |
Soil/rock analysis for construction |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| ENG-16 |
Planetary Engineer |
Large-scale terrain modification |
EN5 → EN7 |
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Engineering Jobs (Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| ENG-17 |
Engineering Platoon Leader |
Leads engineering platoon |
OF2-OF3 |
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| ENG-18 |
Engineering Company Commander |
Leads engineering company |
OF3-OF4 |
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| ENG-19 |
Engineering Battalion Commander |
Leads engineering battalion |
OF4-OF5 |
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| ENG-20 |
Engineering Brigade Commander |
Leads engineering brigade |
OF5-OF6 |
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| ENG-21 |
Facilities Manager |
Base/station infrastructure |
OF2-OF4 |
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| ENG-22 |
Power Systems Director |
Theater energy management |
OF3-OF5 |
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Group 3: Logistics (LOG) — "Move It, Store It, Track It"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| LOG |
Logistics Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Supply, transportation, inventory
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Logistics Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| LOG-01 |
Supply Clerk |
Inventory, requisition processing |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| LOG-02 |
Warehouse Specialist |
Depot operations, stock management |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| LOG-03 |
Inventory Auditor |
Track assets, reconcile discrepancies |
EN3 → EN6 |
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| LOG-04 |
Shipping/Receiving |
Load/unload, documentation |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| LOG-05 |
Convoy Driver |
Supply vehicle operator |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| LOG-06 |
Convoy Commander |
Leads supply convoys |
EN4 → EN7 |
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| LOG-07 |
Fuel Specialist |
Reactor fuel, propellant |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| LOG-08 |
Ammunition Specialist |
Missiles, shells, rockets |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| LOG-09 |
Plasma Cell Specialist |
Small arms energy cells |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| LOG-10 |
Rations Specialist |
Food supplies, field rations |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| LOG-11 |
Medical Supply Specialist |
Pharmaceuticals, medical equipment |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| LOG-12 |
Spare Parts Specialist |
Vehicle/weapon components |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| LOG-13 |
Logistics Coordinator |
Theater-level supply planning |
EN5 → EN7 |
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| LOG-14 |
Procurement Specialist |
Acquiring supplies |
EN3 → EN6 |
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| LOG-15 |
Distribution Manager |
Getting supplies to units |
EN5 → EN7 |
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Logistics Jobs (Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| LOG-16 |
Logistics Platoon Leader |
Leads logistics platoon |
OF2-OF3 |
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| LOG-17 |
Logistics Company Commander |
Leads logistics company |
OF3-OF4 |
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| LOG-18 |
Logistics Battalion Commander |
Leads logistics battalion |
OF4-OF5 |
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| LOG-19 |
Logistics Brigade Commander |
Theater logistics command |
OF5-OF6 |
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| LOG-20 |
Supply Chain Director |
Strategic logistics planning |
OF6-OF7 |
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| LOG-21 |
Quartermaster |
Senior logistics officer |
OF7-OF8 |
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Group 4: Maintenance (MAI) — "Keep It Running"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| MAI |
Maintenance Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Repair, upkeep, diagnostics
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Maintenance Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| MAI-01 |
Small Arms Technician |
Zaibas family, M/A-97, M/GL-55 |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| MAI-02 |
Plasma Weapon Specialist |
Advanced pulse weapon systems |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| MAI-03 |
Autocannon Technician |
Seklys, vehicle-mounted cannons |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-04 |
Rocket Pod Technician |
Smilgas, missile systems |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-05 |
Aegis Mechanic |
MBT-9 track/suspension/power |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| MAI-06 |
Aegis Weapons Technician |
140mm ETC cannon, coaxial systems |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MAI-07 |
Centurion Mechanic |
IFV-7 systems |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| MAI-08 |
Vedette Technician |
Anti-grav systems, sensors |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MAI-09 |
Mule Mechanic |
Modular utility vehicle |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| MAI-10 |
Warden Technician |
Myomer actuators, jump jets |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MAI-11 |
Archon Mechanic |
CAS gunship airframe |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MAI-12 |
Sentinel Technician |
Fighter systems, avionics |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MAI-13 |
Raptor/Cronus Mechanic |
Shuttle/landing craft |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-14 |
Voskhod Armor Technician |
Powered exoskeleton repair |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-15 |
Optical Systems Technician |
Sensors, targeting systems |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-16 |
Communications Technician |
Radios, datalinks, quantum comms |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-17 |
Avionics Technician |
Aircraft electronics |
EN3 → EN6 |
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| MAI-18 |
Power Systems Technician |
Reactors, capacitors, batteries |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| MAI-19 |
Hydraulics Specialist |
Mechanical systems |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| MAI-20 |
Structural Repair Specialist |
Hull/armor repair |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MAI-21 |
Maintenance Controller |
Shop management, workflow |
EN5 → EN7 |
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Maintenance Jobs (Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| MAI-22 |
Maintenance Platoon Leader |
Leads maintenance platoon |
OF2-OF3 |
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| MAI-23 |
Maintenance Company Commander |
Leads maintenance company |
OF3-OF4 |
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| MAI-24 |
Maintenance Battalion Commander |
Leads maintenance battalion |
OF4-OF5 |
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| MAI-25 |
Maintenance Director |
Theater maintenance command |
OF5-OF6 |
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| MAI-26 |
Fleet Maintenance Officer |
Naval vessel upkeep |
OF4-OF7 |
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Group 5: Service/Catering (SVC) — "Support the Fighters"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| SVC |
Service Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Warrant |
Food, sanitation, morale, facilities
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Service Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| SVC-01 |
Cook |
Galley preparation, field rations |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| SVC-02 |
Baker |
Bread, pastries |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| SVC-03 |
Butcher |
Meat processing |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| SVC-04 |
Food Service Supervisor |
Mess hall management |
EN4 → EN6 |
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| SVC-05 |
Ration Packer |
Field ration assembly |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-06 |
Water Purification Operator |
Clean water systems |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| SVC-07 |
Sanitation Technician |
Waste management, cleaning |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| SVC-08 |
Laundry Operator |
Clothing/linen cleaning |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-09 |
Bath Supervisor |
Shower facilities |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-10 |
Barbershop Operator |
Hair care |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-11 |
Janitor |
General cleaning, sanitation |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-12 |
Morale Specialist |
Recreation programs |
EN2 → EN5 |
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| SVC-13 |
Gym Manager |
Physical fitness facilities |
EN2 → EN5 |
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| SVC-14 |
Librarian/Media Specialist |
Entertainment, information |
EN2 → EN5 |
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| SVC-15 |
Chaplain Assistant |
Religious support |
EN2 → EN5 |
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| SVC-16 |
Postal Clerk |
Mail delivery |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-17 |
Exchange Clerk |
Ship/store retail |
EN1 → EN4 |
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| SVC-18 |
Service Supervisor |
Leads service teams |
EN5 → EN7 |
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Service Jobs (Warrant/Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| SVC-19 |
Food Service Officer |
Galley management |
Warrant/OF2 |
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| SVC-20 |
Facilities Manager |
Base services oversight |
Warrant/OF3 |
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| SVC-21 |
Morale Officer |
Welfare programs |
OF2-OF4 |
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| SVC-22 |
Chaplain |
Spiritual/emotional support |
OF2-OF6 |
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Group 6: Organizational/Bureaucratic (ORG) — "The Paperwork Warriors"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| ORG |
Administrative Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Personnel, legal, finance, records
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Organizational Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| ORG-01 |
Personnel Clerk |
Records management |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| ORG-02 |
Assignment Coordinator |
Unit assignments, transfers |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-03 |
Promotion Specialist |
Promotion processing |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-04 |
Payroll Technician |
Salary, allowances |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-05 |
Financial Analyst |
Budget planning |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| ORG-06 |
Accounting Technician |
Ledgers, audits |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-07 |
Legal Clerk |
Documentation support |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-08 |
Paralegal |
Legal research, case prep |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| ORG-09 |
Administrative Assistant |
Command support |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-10 |
Executive Assistant |
Senior officer support |
EN4 → EN7 |
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| ORG-11 |
Correspondence Clerk |
Official letters, reports |
EN1 → EN5 |
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| ORG-12 |
Records Manager |
Archive maintenance |
EN4 → EN7 |
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| ORG-13 |
IT Support |
Computer systems |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-14 |
Database Administrator |
Personnel databases |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| ORG-15 |
Security Clearance Specialist |
Access control |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| ORG-16 |
Inspector |
Compliance audits |
EN4 → EN7 |
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| ORG-17 |
Investigator |
Internal affairs |
EN4 → EN7 |
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| ORG-18 |
Chief Clerk |
Senior admin NCO |
EN6 → EN7 |
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Organizational Jobs (Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| ORG-19 |
Adjutant |
Commander's assistant |
OF2-OF4 |
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| ORG-20 |
Personnel Officer |
Unit personnel management |
OF2-OF5 |
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| ORG-21 |
Finance Officer |
Budget, accounting |
OF2-OF5 |
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| ORG-22 |
Legal Officer |
Military justice |
OF2-OF6 |
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| ORG-23 |
Judge Advocate |
Military lawyer |
OF3-OF7 |
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| ORG-24 |
Administrative Officer |
Office management |
OF2-OF5 |
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| ORG-25 |
Chief of Staff |
Senior staff officer |
OF6-OF8 |
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Group 7: Medical (MED) — "Heal the Fighters"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
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| MED |
Medical Specialist |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Healthcare, trauma, mental health
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Medical Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| MED-01 |
Combat Medic |
Field trauma, frontline |
EN1 → EN7 |
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| MED-02 |
Field Medic |
Battalion aid station |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| MED-03 |
Emergency Medical Technician |
Shipboard emergency |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| MED-04 |
Triage Specialist |
Mass casualty sorting |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MED-05 |
Evacuation Coordinator |
Patient transport |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MED-06 |
Nurse (General) |
Patient care |
EN2 → EN7 |
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| MED-07 |
Surgical Nurse |
Operating room |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MED-08 |
ICU Nurse |
Critical care |
EN3 → EN7 |
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| MED-09 |
Medical Technician |
Equipment, supplies |
EN1 → EN6 |
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| MED-10 |
Laboratory Technician |
Blood work, analysis |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MED-11 |
Radiology Technician |
Imaging, scans |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MED-12 |
Pharmacy Technician |
Medications |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MED-13 |
Dental Assistant |
Oral health support |
EN2 → EN5 |
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| MED-14 |
Physical Therapy Assistant |
Rehabilitation support |
EN2 → EN5 |
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| MED-15 |
Mental Health Technician |
Counseling support |
EN2 → EN6 |
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| MED-16 |
Combat Stress Specialist |
PTSD, battle fatigue |
EN3 → EN7 |
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Medical Jobs (Officer Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
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| MED-17 |
Field Surgeon |
Forward surgery |
OF2-OF6 |
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| MED-18 |
Trauma Surgeon |
Emergency surgery |
OF3-OF7 |
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| MED-19 |
Orthopedic Surgeon |
Bone/muscle repair |
OF3-OF7 |
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| MED-20 |
Neurosurgeon |
Nervous system, brain |
OF4-OF8 |
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| MED-21 |
Psychiatrist |
Mental health |
OF3-OF7 |
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| MED-22 |
Psychologist |
Counseling |
OF2-OF6 |
|
| MED-23 |
Pharmacist |
Medication management |
OF2-OF6 |
|
| MED-24 |
Dentist |
Oral health |
OF2-OF6 |
|
| MED-25 |
Physical Therapist |
Rehabilitation |
OF2-OF6 |
|
| MED-26 |
Nutritionist |
Diet, feeding |
OF2-OF5 |
|
| MED-27 |
Epidemiologist |
Disease tracking |
OF3-OF7 |
|
| MED-28 |
Toxicologist |
Poisons, exposure |
OF3-OF7 |
|
| MED-29 |
Xenobiologist |
Alien biology |
OF3-OF7 |
|
| MED-30 |
Medical Researcher |
New treatments |
OF3-OF7 |
|
| MED-31 |
Chief Medical Officer |
Hospital/clinic command |
OF5-OF8 |
|
Group 8: Aviators (AV) — "The Skyriders"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
|
| AV |
Aviation Specialist |
Officer (Pilot) or Enlisted (Crew) |
Flight operations, air support
|
Aviation Jobs (Enlisted Track)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
|
| AV-01 |
Raptor Crew Chief |
Shuttle maintenance lead |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-02 |
Raptor Loadmaster |
Cargo, troop handling |
EN2 → EN6 |
|
| AV-03 |
Archon Crew Chief |
Gunship maintenance lead |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-04 |
Archon Sensor Operator |
Targeting, surveillance |
EN2 → EN6 |
|
| AV-05 |
Sentinel Crew Chief |
Fighter maintenance lead |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-06 |
Sentinel Electronic Warfare Officer |
ECM/ECCM |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-07 |
Cronus Crew Chief |
Heavy craft maintenance |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-08 |
Rapier Electronic Warfare Officer |
Mindsear suite |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-09 |
Rapier Signals Intelligence Officer |
SIGINT/ELINT |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-10 |
Flight Engineer |
In-flight systems (all craft) |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| AV-11 |
Air Traffic Controller |
Landing zone coordination |
EN2 → EN6 |
|
| AV-12 |
Forward Air Controller |
Ground-based air direction |
EN2 → EN6 |
|
| AV-13 |
Flight Instructor (Ground) |
Training new pilots |
EN4 → EN7 |
|
Aviation Jobs (Officer Track — Pilots)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
|
| AV-14 |
Raptor Pilot |
SH-44 assault shuttle |
OF1-OF4 |
|
| AV-15 |
Raptor Co-Pilot |
Second seat |
OF1-OF3 |
|
| AV-16 |
Archon Pilot |
ACS-24 gunship |
OF1-OF5 |
|
| AV-17 |
Archon Weapons Officer |
Gun systems |
OF1-OF4 |
|
| AV-18 |
Sentinel Pilot |
F-IX fighter |
OF1-OF5 |
|
| AV-19 |
Sentinel Weapons Officer |
Missile systems |
OF1-OF4 |
|
| AV-20 |
Cronus Pilot |
LC-30 heavy landing craft |
OF1-OF4 |
|
| AV-21 |
Cronus Co-Pilot |
Heavy craft operations |
OF1-OF3 |
|
| AV-22 |
Rapier Pilot |
EC-9 EWAR craft |
OF1-OF5 |
|
| AV-23 |
Test Pilot |
New aircraft evaluation |
OF3-OF6 |
|
| AV-24 |
Flight Lead |
Section leader (2-4 aircraft) |
OF2-OF3 |
|
| AV-25 |
Squadron Commander |
Aviation unit command |
OF4-OF5 |
|
| AV-26 |
Wing Commander |
Multiple squadrons |
OF5-OF6 |
|
| AV-27 |
Group Commander |
Air wing command |
OF6-OF7 |
|
| AV-28 |
Air Commander |
Theater air operations |
OF7-OF8 |
|
Group 9: Special Operations (SOF) — "The Shadows"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
|
| SOF |
Special Operations |
Enlisted (EN1-EN7) or Officer (OF1-OF9) |
Unconventional warfare, deep recon, direct action
|
Special Operations Jobs (All personnel are operators first)
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Promotion Path |
|
| SOF-01 |
Direct Action Operator |
Raids, assaults |
EN2 → EN7 (compressed) |
|
| SOF-02 |
Reconnaissance Operator |
Deep penetration, surveillance |
EN2 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-03 |
Sniper (SOF) |
Extended-range precision |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-04 |
Breacher (SOF) |
Advanced entry |
EN2 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-05 |
Demolitions Specialist (SOF) |
Sabotage, destruction |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-06 |
Intelligence Operator |
Interrogation, analysis |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-07 |
Signals Intelligence Operator |
Electronic surveillance |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-08 |
Cyber Warfare Operator |
Network attack/defense |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-09 |
Technical Operations Specialist |
Custom equipment |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-10 |
Communications Specialist |
Secure comms |
EN2 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-11 |
Medical Specialist (SOF) |
Advanced trauma |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-12 |
Paramedic (SOF) |
Extraction medical |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-13 |
Pilot (SOF) |
Infiltration/exfiltration |
OF1-OF5 |
|
| SOF-14 |
Combat Controller (SOF) |
Air-ground integration |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-15 |
Language Specialist |
Interrogation, liaison |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-16 |
Cultural Advisor |
Local customs, psychology |
EN3 → EN7 |
|
| SOF-17 |
Team Leader |
4-6 operator team |
EN5 → EN7 (or OF2) |
|
| SOF-18 |
Detachment Commander |
Multiple teams |
EN7 / OF3-OF4 |
|
| SOF-19 |
Squadron Commander |
SOF unit command |
OF5-OF6 |
|
| SOF-20 |
Group Commander |
Regional SOF command |
OF6-OF7 |
|
| SOF-21 |
Command Director |
Overall SOF command |
OF8 |
|
SOF Entry Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years service in another specialization
- Physical fitness test (95th percentile)
- Psychological evaluation
- Selection course (6 months)
- Qualification training (12-18 months)
Group 10: Command/Senior Leadership (CMD) — "The Decision Makers"
| Code |
Specialization |
Entry Path |
Career Field
|
| CMD |
Command |
Senior Officers (OF5+) |
Strategic leadership, unit command
|
Command Jobs
| Job Code |
Job Title |
Description |
Minimum Rank |
|
| CMD-01 |
Platoon Leader |
Combat arms platoon |
OF2 |
|
| CMD-02 |
Company Commander |
Company-level command |
OF3 |
|
| CMD-03 |
Battalion Commander |
Battalion-level |
OF4 |
|
| CMD-04 |
Regiment Commander |
Regimental command |
OF5 |
|
| CMD-05 |
Brigade Commander |
Brigade-level |
OF6 |
|
| CMD-06 |
Division Commander |
Division-level |
OF7 |
|
| CMD-07 |
Corps Commander |
Corps-level |
OF8 |
|
| CMD-08 |
Force Commander |
Theater-level |
OF9 |
|
| CMD-09 |
Ship Captain |
Vessel command |
OF5 |
|
| CMD-10 |
Squadron Commander (Naval) |
Multiple vessels |
OF6 |
|
| CMD-11 |
Task Force Commander |
Ad hoc grouping |
OF7 |
|
| CMD-12 |
Fleet Commander |
Fleet-level |
OF8 |
|
| CMD-13 |
Station Commander |
Fixed installation |
OF5 |
|
| CMD-14 |
Base Commander |
Planetary installation |
OF6 |
|
| CMD-15 |
Training Commander |
Training establishment |
OF6 |
|
| CMD-16 |
Logistics Commander |
Theater logistics |
OF7 |
|
| CMD-17 |
Medical Commander |
Theater medical |
OF7 |
|
| CMD-18 |
Engineering Commander |
Theater engineering |
OF7 |
|
| CMD-19 |
Chief of Staff |
Senior staff officer |
OF7 |
|
| CMD-20 |
Branch Commander |
Service chief |
OF8 |
|
| CMD-21 |
Theater Commander |
Regional command |
OF9 |
|
| CMD-22 |
Supreme Commander |
Overall military command |
OF9 (appointed) |
|
III. QUALIFICATIONS (Additional Skills)
Qualifications are earned certifications that indicate additional capabilities beyond primary job.
| Qualification |
Meaning |
How to Earn |
|
| Pathfinder |
Advanced reconnaissance qualified |
6-month course, field exercise |
|
| Wraith |
Special operations infiltration qualified |
SOF advanced training |
|
| Phantom |
Electronic warfare/deception qualified |
12-month EWAR specialization |
|
| Spectre |
Advanced surveillance qualified |
SOF recon course |
|
| Architect |
Combat engineering/fabrication qualified |
Engineering advanced course |
|
| Forge Master |
Senior fabrication/repair qualified |
5 years experience + exam |
|
| Node |
Network/systems integration qualified |
ITN advanced certification |
|
| Vertex |
(Inherent to ITI identity) |
Completion of ITI training |
|
| Reactor-Certified |
Qualified to operate/maintain reactors |
Engineering certification |
|
| Jump Master |
Qualified to conduct airborne/insertion ops |
Aviation course |
|
| Dive Qualified |
Combat diver |
Specialized training |
|
| Language: [X] |
Fluent in additional language |
Testing |
|
| Instructor |
Qualified to train others |
Instructor course |
|
| Paramedic |
Advanced medical certification |
Medical advanced course |
|
IV. PROMOTION SUMMARY
Enlisted Path (Example: Combat Rifleman)
| From |
To |
Requirements |
|
| Initiate |
Technician-In-Training |
Complete basic training + AIT |
|
| Technician-In-Training |
Junior Technician |
12 months, competent performance, supervisor rec |
|
| Junior Technician |
Technician 2nd Class |
24 months, specialization cert, written exam |
|
| Technician 2nd Class |
Technician 1st Class |
36 months, advanced cert, field evaluation |
|
| Technician 1st Class |
Chief |
48 months, leadership course, NCO academy |
|
| Chief |
Squad Chief |
60 months, senior NCO academy, demonstrated leadership |
|
Officer Path (Example: Combat Arms)
| From |
To |
Requirements |
|
| Civilian |
Officer Apprentice |
University degree, OCS acceptance |
|
| Officer Apprentice |
Adjutant |
Complete OCS, 24 months, first command eval |
|
| Adjutant |
Rittmaster |
48 months, company command, advanced course |
|
| Rittmaster |
Lieutcommander |
60 months, staff college, battalion staff |
|
| Lieutcommander |
Commander |
72 months, command, war college |
|
| Commander |
Oberstcommander |
60 months, brigade command, strategic course |
|
| Oberstcommander |
Brigadier |
48 months, division-level success |
|
| Brigadier |
Divisioneer |
48 months, corps-level success |
|
| Divisioneer |
Commander-In-Chief |
35+ years, appointment by Unified High Command |
|
V. BRANCH DESIGNATIONS
| Branch Code |
Branch Name |
Commander Title |
|
| ITF |
Integrated Tactical Forces |
Force Commander-In-Chief |
|
| HCSF |
Heliostatic Coalition Starfleet |
Starfleet Commander-In-Chief |
|
| HAC |
Heliostatic Aerospace Corps |
Corps Commander-In-Chief |
|
| HSOD |
Heliostatic Special Operations Division |
(Reports directly to Unified High Command) |
|
| HLSC |
Heliostatic Logistics & Sustainment Corps |
(Part of Unified Command structure) |
|
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Nova Sector Lore
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| Common Species
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Humans, Tiziran, Unathi, Moths, Ethereals, Azulae, Slime Hybrids, Teshari, Synthetic Humanoids (and assorted robots), Pod Persons, Hemophages, Xenomorphic Hybrid,
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| Other Species
|
Genemodders (Felinids, Ice Walkers, Dwarf), Ashwalkers, Snailpersons, Ordoht (Formerly Skrell), Plasmamen, Flypeople, Vox (Primalis et al), Tajaran, Vulpkanin, Rouges (Abductorkin), Kobolds, Miscellaneous Species, Dullahans, Employee Golems, Changelings, Shadekin, Proteans
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| Nanotrasen
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Nanotrasen, Central Command, Emergency Response Corps
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| SolFed
|
SolFed, Sol in 2566, The SolFed Armed Forces
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| External Groups
|
Heliostatic Coalition (HC CompactThe HC Constitution, the document formally defining the HC., HCAFHeliostatic Coalition Armed Forces (Ranks), CZDCommonwealth of Zvirdnyn Dominions, KMIFKemppainen-Morozov Industrial Fabrication, Expeditionary Police ForceHC's Cops (InspectorsThe Expeditionary Force. They inspect more than stations. (Quick Reference, SOPStandard Operating Procedure, LexiconLingo, chatter guide, manner of speaking.))),
Interdyne Pharmaceutics, Cargo
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| Hostiles
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The Syndicate (Gorlex, Tiger Cooperative, DS-2, Syndicate Manifestos),
The Void Imperium, The Spider Clan
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| Nova
|
The Nova Sector, IndecipheresLavaland, volcanic mining place., FreyjaIcebox and Snowglobe station frozen moon., BoletusSerenity Mushroomoon.
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| Concepts
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Bluespace, Plasma, Faster Than Light Travel, Resonance ("Souls"), Death
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