Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technicianטכנאי/ת נשק וצריח תומ"ת (תותח מתנייע)
What the Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technician role asks for, and what it holds
Soldiers in the role are technicians who keep the weapon and turret systems of the self-propelled gun working and ready.
RearArtillery CorpsMen and women
The IDF names no profile or score for the role.
- Kind of role
- Rear
- Branch
- Artillery Corps
- Open to
- Men and women
- Try-out
- Not needed
This is what the work of the role holds.
A self-propelled gun is a mobile cannon used by the Artillery Corps. The soldier is responsible for operating its weapon and turret systems and keeping them fit and ready for action.
The work covers repair and maintenance of the self-propelled gun.
This is how the training for the role runs.
The course lasts 4 weeks and teaches repair, maintenance and keeping the self-propelled gun fit for use.
This is what service in the role looks like.
The role serves at bases around the country. Placements include armored battalions, the Ordnance group, development and instruction, as well as Artillery Corps battalions, open bases and workshops.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technician role ask for?
The IDF names no profile or score for the role.
Who can serve as Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technician?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technician?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technician hold?
The course lasts 4 weeks and teaches repair, maintenance and keeping the self-propelled gun fit for use.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Self-propelled gun weapon and turret technician
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.