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Infantry Officers

Direct, train, and lead infantry units in ground combat operations. Duties include directing deployment of infantry weapons, vehicles, and equipment; directing location, construction, and camouflage of infantry positions and equipment; managing field communications operations; coordinating with armor, artillery, and air support units; performing strategic and tactical planning, including battle plan development; and leading basic reconnaissance operations.

Median salary

$55,000

Typical range

$34k – $99k

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Education

Typical entry: Associate degree

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  1. Junior Infantry Officers

    Entry / Junior

    $34,100

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Infantry Officers

    Established

    $55,000

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Infantry Officers

    Senior

    $77,000

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