Navy Officer Subspecialty · Engineering
5708 Combat Systems: Robotics
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Combat Systems Robotics officers work with robotic and unmanned systems used for sensing, navigation, manipulation, and maritime operations. They integrate autonomy software, controls, sensors, communications, and mechanical platforms.
Core Skills
- robotics systems engineering
- autonomous vehicle control
- robotic sensing and perception
- embedded software
- motion planning
- human machine interfaces
- systems integration
- test and evaluation
- technical team leadership
Civilian Software & Tools
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C
- C#
- C++
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Git
- Linux
- Oracle Java
Civilian Career Paths
- Unmanned Systems
- Software Development
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- PCEP™ - Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- National Instruments Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD)
Career Growth
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD)
- Autodesk Certified Associate in CAD for Mechanical Design (Fusion 360)
What the Work Involves
- Review or approve designs, calculations, or cost estimates.
- Process or interpret signals or sensor data.
- Debug robotics programs.
- Build, configure, or test robots or robotic applications.
- Create back-ups of robot programs or parameters.
Related Occupations
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
- Mechanical Engineers
- Robotics Technicians
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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