Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force)מש"ק/ית אמל"ח ביחידה מיוחדת
What the Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force) role asks for, and what it holds
Weapons NCOs in a special unit produce equipment and integrate electro-optic technology for the IDF's special units.
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The IDF names no profile or score for the role.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- Air Force
- Open to
- Men and women
- Try-out
- For men and women
- Training place
- Training Base 20
This is what the work of the role holds.
The IDF has special units with their own type of combat activity. Technology is an important part of their work and helps the fighters carry out their missions.
The soldier is responsible for producing various means and for integrating electro-optic technologies, according to the units' needs.
This is how the IDF's page sets out the way into the role.
- 1An online information session and an initial screening questionnaire with a portfolio.
- 2Candidates found suitable are invited to a further online selection that checks key aspects of the role.
This is how the training for the role runs.
The training starts with basic training at level 02, followed by a course of up to 2 weeks at Training Base 20.
Where it trainsTraining Base 20
This is what service in the role looks like.
Soldiers in the role serve in combat units and development units, at bases across the country.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- Both women and men must pass the selection process.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force) role ask for?
The IDF names no profile or score for the role.
Who can serve as Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force)?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force)?
Yes, for men and women. The IDF's page sets out the selection this way. An online information session and an initial screening questionnaire with a portfolio. Candidates found suitable are invited to a further online selection that checks key aspects of the role.
What does the training for Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force) hold?
The training starts with basic training at level 02, followed by a course of up to 2 weeks at Training Base 20.
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: Weapons NCO in a special unit (Air Force)
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.