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Organizational Framework 30 March 2022 ATP 3-09.24 1-13 Figure 1-2. MLRS/HIMARS Battalion organization (firing battery configurations) FIELD ARTILLERY BRIGADE COMMAND GROUP 1-48. FAB command group includes the commander, executive officer (XO), and command sergeant major. The command group consists of the commander and selected staff members who assist the commander in controlling operations away from a command post (FM 6-0). The command group includes: Commander. Executive officer. Command Sergeant Major. COMMANDER 1-49. The FAB commander is responsible for planning, integrating, coordinating, synchronizing, and implementing FAB operations in support of division, corps, or other higher HQ operations. The commander provides guidance in the form of missions, tasks, and a clear statement of priorities and commander's critical information requirements to the FAB staff and subordinate unit commanders. 1-50. If assigned as the FSCOORD, the FAB commander will spend most of his time either with the maneuver commander or in the respective FSE. Both staffs must understand their responsibilities and assist the FSCOORD in facilitating FS tasks. 1-51. The FSCOORD commands their respective FA organization and advises the maneuver commander on all aspects of FS. As the FSCOORD, the FA commander will spend most of his time either with the maneuver commander or in the respective FSE. Both staffs must understand their responsibilities and assist the FSCOORD in facilitating FS tasks.