IDF Units

Communication technician (Mafil tikshuv maftzai)

MafilTikshuvMifzaiService in the position of a communication equipment technician gives a good opportunity to gain valuable experience in TZAHAL. Soldiers in the position of “MATAM” (Mafil tikshuv maftzai) are responsible for identifying faults and troubleshooting, adjusting and calibrating various means of communication and transmission, including tactical control systems, encrypting signals, ground-to-air radio sets, etc. (more…)
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Naval Simulator Instructor (Meamenet simulator heil HaYam)

A naval simulator Instructor is a rare and interesting position for women in the TZAHAL Navy. As part of «Tafkid» women are responsible for the tuition and training of the soldiers and officers of the Israeli Navy: armed patrol boat soldiers (Satilim), divers (Tzolelot), naval captains (Hovlim) and soldiers of other “Heil HaYam” combat units. (more…)
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Electronic warfare (Lochem lamed alef)

The EW soldiers’ or electronic warfare soldiers’ (“Lochem lechima electronit”) unit relates to “hel-tikshuv” (telecommunication technologies). The main tasks of the unit’s soldiers are jamming radio signals, and capturing and «taking over» enemy’s television and radio systems on the ground, both in the sea and in the air. (more…)
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Combat and sports instructor (Madrihat kosher kravi) – women

The position of a sports instructor in TZAHAL will suit women who like sport and pursue an active lifestyle. “Madag” carries out athletic training and gives lectures about sports and physical training both for soldiers and officers. As an addition to the basic course, during the service it is possible to follow instructor courses in aerobics, Pilates etc. (more…)
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Jumpmaster (Madrihat Tzniha) — women

A jumpmaster is a very important and interesting position for women in the Israeli army. As the name suggests, Madrih Tzniha conduct parachute jump courses for Paratrooper units of the Israeli Army and other corps. Besides the jumpmasters’ responsibilities include landing operations with combat equipment and teaching high-altitude parachute jumps techniques. (more…)
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