Army MOS 12Y

Geospatial Engineer

Army 12Y (Geospatial Engineer) typically involves mechanical systems maintenance, construction and engineering work, analytical and intelligence-related work.

Common Exposures

🔊 Noise
Heavy equipment and power tool noise
💪 Physical Strain
Heavy lifting, repetitive motions
🧪 Chemicals
Concrete dust, paint, solvents, asbestos
🌦️ Environmental
Weather exposure, dust
🪖 Combat/Stress
Handling classified intel, deployment stress
💪 Physical Strain
Prolonged sitting, screen time
🔊 Noise
Engine and machinery noise
🧪 Chemicals
Diesel fumes, oil, solvents, hydraulic fluid
🌦️ Environmental
Heat, confined engine spaces

Likely Service-Connected Conditions

Diagnostic Code Condition Likelihood Reasoning
5237 Lumbosacral or cervical strain High Heavy lifting and physical labor
6260 Tinnitus, recurrent High Heavy equipment and power tool noise
5242 Degenerative arthritis, degenerative disc disease other than intervertebral disc syndrome (also, see either DC 5003 or 5010) Medium Repetitive heavy lifting and vibration
5257 Knee, other impairment Medium Kneeling, climbing, physical demands
6847 Sleep Apnea Syndromes Medium Irregular hours and shift work
8100 Migraine Medium Screen time and stress-related migraines
9411 Posttraumatic stress disorder Medium Exposure to disturbing intelligence content
9434 Major depressive disorder Medium High-stress classified work environment

☢️ PACT Act & Toxic Exposure

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Vietnam Era 📅 1962-1975
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Cold War Era 📅 1945-1991
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Gulf War Era 📅 1990-2001
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Post-9/11 Era 📅 2001-present
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