The US Army created a new robotics job for special operations. Now, the service wants to go bigger.
Source: Business Insider ·
After its first technicians graduated, the Army anticipates scaling the course across the service to train more experts.
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"These technical experts will help command teams understand integration across the force," Army Gen. Christopher LaNeve, vice chief of staff, said.US Army photo by Staff Sgt. John BaeThe US Army wants to expand a new robotics role pioneered by special operations.The specialty, alongside another effort, is focused on building, modifying, and integrating robotics and new technologies.The first soldiers graduated from the course last week.The US Army wants to expand a new robotics specialty pioneered by special operations across the conventional force after graduating its first robotics technicians.The new specialty and expected expansion reflect the Army's growing belief that future wars will demand specialists who can keep pace with rapidly evolving battlefield technology. The war in Ukraine has shown how quickly innovative solutions can become obsolete, forcing soldiers to adapt in the field.US Army Special Operations Command is expected to provide Army officials with feedback for…