Description
The Colonel has one job only, to Command the Regiment. His is the final word on all things. His responsibility is all encompassing and all consuming. In short, he signs the checks.

Prerequisites
1. Appointed as Battalion Commander.

Description
The primary function of Lieutenant Colonels is to serve as commanders of battalion-sized elements. Although, they can also serve as staff officers at the brigade level or above, aiding in the planning, resourcing, and functioning of units.
Lieutenant Colonels serving as commanders of battalions are the final authority on everything that occurs in the battalion, recognized as responsible for everything the battalion does or fails to do.

Prerequisites
1) Ten (10) months TIG as O-4 Major
2) Personally promoted by the Commanding Officer of the Regiment

Description
The Major is a Field Grade officer, one who is proven at all levels and can now be trusted with responsibilities that span the whole Regiment. The Major can serve as the Battalion Commander, Regimental Staff Officer, or even Regimental Executive Officer. All eyes are on the Major, for he assists the leadership of the Division in all areas.

Prerequisites
1) Demonstrated excellence as a Commissioned Officer in all areas
2) Personally promoted by the Commanding Officer of the Regiment

Description
To be promoted to Captain is to be the standard of excellence as a Company Commander and an Officer. The Captain enjoys universal respect from his Soldiers and fellow Officers and has made the Division a better place because his Company has been made ever stronger

Prerequisites
1) Three (3) months TIG at O-2 First Lieutenant
2) Demonstrated excellence as a Company Commander or Aviation Brigade Commander
3) Approval of the Commanding Officer of the Regiment

Description
The First Lieutenant has proven him/herself as a competent Platoon Leader and a trusted part of Command Staff. He has earned the confidence of his Soldiers and continues to improve his Platoon, Company and the Division as a whole.

Prerequisites
1) Demonstrated excellence as a Platoon Leader or Aviation Brigade Commander, including Prerequisites of all ranks below E-7
2) Two (2) months to Six (6) months TIG at O-1 Second Lieutenant
3) Approval of the Commanding Officer of the Regiment

Description
As the PV2 is the junior Soldiers and the CPL is the junior NCO, the Second Lieutenant is a junior Commissioned Officer, learning what it means to no longer wear stripes. Second Lieutenants are freshly minted Platoon Leader, and do well to take heed the advise of their Platoon Sergeant & First Sergeants. They also have a seat at the table of Command Staff, but also do well to listen more than speak.

Prerequisites
1) Demonstrated excellence as a Soldier, NCO or Senior NCO, including Prerequisites of all ranks below E-7
2) Selection for OCS.
3) Approval of the Commanding Officer of the Regiment

Description
Candidate School (OCS) is the U.S. Army's main training academy for prospective Army Officers. The school is generally open to qualified enlisted non-commissioned officers. Candidates who successfully complete the rigorous, 12-hour school receive formal commissions as U.S. Army Officers and assume the ability to command Soldiers.

Prerequisites
1) Selected for Officer Candidate School (must be E-5 or higher for selection).

Description
Master-level technical and tactical experts that support brigade, division, corps, echelons above corps, and major command operations. They provide leader development, mentorship, advice, and counsel to WOs and branch officers. CW5s have special WO leadership and representation responsibilities within their respective commands

Prerequisites
1) Four (4) months TIG as W-4 Chief Warrant Officer 4
2) Contributes in Flight and D-MOS activities
3) Contributes in Discord & No significant lapse in activity levels.

Description
Senior-level experts in their chosen field. They primarily support battalion, brigade, division, corps, and echelons above corps operations. CW4s typically have special mentorship responsibilities for other WOs and provide essential advice to commanders on WO issues.

Prerequisites
1) Three (3) Months TIG as W-3 Chief Warrant Officer 3
2) Demonstrated Excellence as a Brigade Executive Officer in all areas, including Prerequisites of all ranks below CW4
3) Sets the standard of excellence in leadership throughout the Warrant Officer Core.

Description
Advanced-level experts who perform the primary duties that of a technical and tactical leader. They provide direction, guidance, resources, assistance, and supervision necessary for subordinates to perform their duties. CW3s primarily support operations levels from team or detachment through brigade.

Prerequisites
1) Three (3) Months TIG as W-2 Chief Warrant Officer 2
2) Selected as Brigade Executive Officer, Flight Leader or Specialist Billet
3) Sets the standard of excellence in leadership throughout the Warrant Officer Core.

Description
Chief Warrant Officers become commissioned officers by warrant as determined by the President of the United States. Chief Warrant Officers are intermediate level technical and tactical experts who perform increased duties and responsibilities at the detachment through battalion levels.

Prerequisites
1) Two (2) Months TIG as W-1 Warrant Officer 1
2) Contributes in Flight and D-MOS activities
3) Contributes in Discord & No significant lapse in activity levels.

Description
Appointed by warrant from the Secretary of the Army, Warrant Officer 1's are technically and tactically focused officers who perform the primary duties of technical leader, trainer, operator, manager, maintainer, sustainer, and adviser.

Prerequisites
1) One (1) month TIG as Warrant Officer Candidate
2) Graduation from Warrant Officer Candidate School
3) No significant lapse in activity levels.

Description
Aviation Center of Excellence (Aviation School) is the U.S. Army's main training academy for prospective Warrant Officers. The school is generally open to qualified enlisted personnel. Candidates who successfully complete the rigorous training curriculum receive formal commissions as U.S. Army Warrant Officers.

Prerequisites
1) Achieved rank of E-4B Specialist or Waivered by Brigade Commander.
2) Selected for Warrant Officer Candidate School
3) Willing to complete Warrant Officer Candidate School

Description
The Sergeant Major is the principal Senior NCO of the Battalion. With a background of excellence in all areas of leadership including Company First Sergeant, the Sergeant Major represents the height of accomplishment in the NCO Corps. The Sergeant Major can move mountains, part the skies and place his boot where he wishes.

Prerequisites
1) Special appointment by the Battalion Commander

Description
When you are talking about the First Sergeant you are talking about the lifeblood of the Army. There can be no substitute of this position nor any question of its importance. When First Sergeants are exceptional, their units are exceptional, regardless of any other single personality involved. Perhaps their rank insignia should be the keystone rather than the traditional diamond. It is the First Sergeant at whom almost all unit operations merge. The First Sergeant holds formations, instructs platoon Sergeants, advises the Commander, and assists in training of all enlisted members.

Prerequisites
1) Six (6) months TIG as E-7 Sergeant First Class
2) Demonstrated success as a Platoon Sergeant or equivalent 
3) Ability to assist the Sergeant Major where necessary.
4) Recommendation of Command Staff

Description
The Sergeant First Class is the Platoon level NCO. He has proven himself not only an excellent Squad Leader in the past, but also an effective Platoon Sergeant. He has become a force to be reckoned with inside the Company and a trusted advisor and counselor to all junior NCOs and Rangers. Sergeants First Class are the very definition of "Senior NCO".

Prerequisites
1) Four (4) months TIG as E-6 Staff Sergeant
2) Demonstrated success as a Platoon Sergeant or equivalent 
3) Gradates (Or selected to attend) Senior Leadership Course
4) Ability to assist the First Sergeant where necessary.
5) Recommendation of Command Staff

Description
The Staff Sergeant is a proficient and reliable Squad Leader. His leadership is crucial to the health of the Division. Not only does the Staff Sergeant excel in Squad leadership, he also shows the ability's to assist the Platoon Sergeant or even serve as one if called upon.

Prerequisites
1) Three (3) months TIG as E-5 Sergeant
2) Demonstrated success as a Squad Leader.
3) Shows leadership in all areas and Selected /or attended Senior Leadership Course
4) Ability to assist the Platoon Sergeant where necessary
5) Recommendation Platoon Command and Company Command

Description
The rank of Sergeant is the entree to a hallowed fraternity. Sergeants run the Army, of that there can be no doubt. A Sergeant is a proven leader and can lead a Chalk or even a Squad if necessary, as well as serve as NCOIC of a DMOS. The Sergeant is where the axe meets the stone.

Prerequisites
1) Two (2) months TIG as E-4A Corporal
2) Three (3) months TIG as E-4B Specialist
3) Graduate of Basic Leadership Course
4) Important part of Squad and DMOS activities.
5) Ability to track Squad Attendance.
6) Recommendation from Platoon Command

Description
Corporal is not just a rank. It is the doorway to the NCO Corps. Corporals have established themselves as having leadership potential and worthy of consideration as a future Squad Leader.

Prerequisites
1) Two (2) months TIG as E-4B Specialist
2) Graduation from Basic Leadership Course (Or Selected to attend)
3) Clear and decisive speech and writing abilities
4) Recommendation from Squad Leader and Platoon Command

Description
A Specialist is a basic Soldier who has earned experience in Squad and D-MOS activities. They have also achieved a majority amount of Skill badges.

Prerequisites
1) One (1) month TIG as E-3 Private First Class.
2) Attended at least 12 Main Operations.
3) Obtained French Fourragere

Description
The E-3 Private First Class (PFC) is the third lowest rank within the unit and is given to members after attending 4 Main Operations as a PV2. The PFC will be expected to conduct remedial training, qualification courses, or conduct operations while following the orders of the Chain of Command appointed over them.

Prerequisites
1) Graduate with honors OR: One (1) month Time In Grade (TIG) as E-2 Private Second Class.
2) Personal File Completed and submitted Uniform creation request
3) Attended at least 4 Main Operations.
4) No significant lapse in activity levels

Description
The E-2 Private Second Class (PV2) is the second lowest rank within the unit and is given to members directly after completing the required training. The PV2 will be expected to conduct remedial training, qualification courses, or conduct operations while following the orders of the Chain of Command appointed over them. Rank given to those who complete RASP and attend 1 operation.

Prerequisites
1) Completion of RASP.

Description
The E-1 Private Trainee (PVT) is the entry level rank/grade. Enlistees are given this rank upon their Induction into service. To be inducted, an enlistee must pass the enlistment process which includes a written application via our Enlistment Center, verbal orientation via Discord, and verification of having the required equipment and software. Once inducted, the Private Trainee is assigned to a combat unit and scheduled for RASP.

Prerequisites
1) Complete Enlistment process.