VACANCY
Senior Gun Layer
Overview
The 128th Separate Mountain Assault Zakarpattia Brigade is a formation of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The brigade's units are stationed in the picturesque Zakarpattia region.
The 128th Separate Mountain Assault Zakarpattia Brigade is one of the most experienced military units in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, with a history spanning more than a century. Since 2014 it has been engaged in combat in the most difficult sectors — holding the defense, liberating Ukrainian territory, and effectively destroying the enemy.
More than 20 of the brigade's service members have been awarded the highest state honor — the title of Hero of Ukraine. Of these, 16 have received it since the start of the full-scale russian invasion.
If you are motivated to defend your land and wish to serve in a professional, close-knit team, join the family of the 128th Separate Mountain Assault Zakarpattia Brigade!
Responsibilities:
- Quick, accurate laying of the gun per the gun commander's orders;
- Continuously monitoring the readiness of the gun's sighting devices and laying mechanisms for combat use;
- Ensuring the correct operation, maintenance, and repair of fire-control equipment, including optical and electronic systems;
- Compliance with established rules and safety requirements while performing duties;
- Ability to work in stressful situations;
- Compliance with discipline and chain-of-command rules.
Requirements:
- ability to work in a team and adapt to changing conditions;
- knowledge of combat operations tactics and strategy;
- confident communication skills;
- responsibility and the ability to make quick, well-founded decisions;
- ability to work under high stress and responsibility;
- ability to work in a team and follow established rules and procedures.
Conditions:
- mobilization until the end of martial law or contract service;
- decent monetary allowance from 25,000 to 125,000 hryvnias depending on the execution of combat orders and place of service;
- career growth and the opportunity for professional growth;
- provision of all necessary equipment and gear;
- full meals;
- relocation assistance for moving to a new place of service;
- annual monetary wellness assistance;
- Combat Veteran status;
- training before taking up the position and, if necessary, specialized training both in Ukraine and abroad;
- a package of social and legal protection guarantees for servicemen and their family members;
- free medical care;
- the opportunity to obtain a preferential loan under the "Ye-Oselya" state program to purchase housing.








