Technical, maintenance, weaponry
Merkava Mk3 Propulsion Systems Technician
טכנאי/ת מערכות הנעה מרכבה סימן 3-
- Combat support
- Men and women
What you would be doing
The Merkava Mk3 tank is part of the armor corps' combat power, in mandatory and reserve service alike, upgraded over the years for better mobility and firepower. As a technological fighter, you're entitled to a combat certificate. You keep the battalion's armored vehicles operationally ready — checks and adjustments, removing and installing assemblies, locating and repairing faults.
What it takes to get in
Profile 64 and above. For women — Yom Ha-MEA scores: field environment 2 and above, maintenance technical 3 and above.
Training
Basic training 02 and a 7-week course at Bahad 20.
Where you serve
In armor battalions, the armor school, corps workshops, or development and training units.
- Hands-on and machinery
- Precision and attention to detail
- Adrenaline and risk