

Merkava Mark 3 Electrical Systems Technician
3טכנאי/ת מערכות חשמל מרכבה סימן
Role facts
from the official pageWhat the role is like
What you would be doing
the full text, nothing cutYou maintain the electrical systems of the Merkava Mark 3 tank — starter systems, electronics and turret systems — as part of the Armored Corps' fighting force, in both regular service and reserves. As a technological soldier in a combat role you're entitled to a combat certificate. You carry out maintenance, servicing and fault-finding to keep the tank's electrical systems combat-ready.
What it takes to get in
Profile 64 and above. For women, Yom Ha-MEA marks: field environment 2+, technical operation 3+.
Training
Tironut 02 and a 6-week course at Bahad 20.
Where you serve
In armored battalions, at the Armored Corps school, in the corps' workshops, and in various development and training units.