Navy launches program to fast-track tech civilians as Reserve officers up to captain rank
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Patty Nieberg
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The Navy has launched a new program to directly commission civilians working in AI and other fast-evolving tech fields as Reserve officers, with ranks potentially as high as captain. These officers will keep their civilian tech jobs and work remotely and part-time for the Reserve's new Navy Innovation Unit, allowing the service to tap into specialized expertise without requiring full-time military commitment.
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bskyNavy launches program to fast-track tech civilians as Reserve officers up to captain ranktaskandpurpose.comKey quotes
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Once commissioned, the officers will maintain their day jobs in the tech world while working remotely and part-time for the Reserve's new Navy Innovation Unit.
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