Working with Tech in the Military


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From its early investments in the internet, to developing drones that have crept into the civilian market, the U.S. military has long been on the leading edge of technologies of all kinds. Students who are military buffs, those contemplating a career in the armed forces, and developing readers can all enjoy this thorough and timely exploration. They will learn about the important technologies that millions of combatants and support staff employ daily throughout all the major service branches, and how these technologies are speedily filtering into civilian workplaces.




Information Technology and Military Power


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Militaries with state-of-the-art information technology sometimes bog down in confusing conflicts. To understand why, it is important to understand the micro-foundations of military power in the information age, and this is exactly what Jon R. Lindsay's Information Technology and Military Power gives us. As Lindsay shows, digital systems now mediate almost every effort to gather, store, display, analyze, and communicate information in military organizations. He highlights how personnel now struggle with their own information systems as much as with the enemy. Throughout this foray into networked technology in military operations, we see how information practice—the ways in which practitioners use technology in actual operations—shapes the effectiveness of military performance. The quality of information practice depends on the interaction between strategic problems and organizational solutions. Information Technology and Military Power explores information practice through a series of detailed historical cases and ethnographic studies of military organizations at war. Lindsay explains why the US military, despite all its technological advantages, has struggled for so long in unconventional conflicts against weaker adversaries. This same perspective suggests that the US retains important advantages against advanced competitors like China that are less prepared to cope with the complexity of information systems in wartime. Lindsay argues convincingly that a better understanding of how personnel actually use technology can inform the design of command and control, improve the net assessment of military power, and promote reforms to improve military performance. Warfighting problems and technical solutions keep on changing, but information practice is always stuck in between.




Mission Success: A Guide to U.S. Military Tech Jobs, Defense, and Government Careers for Prospective Engineers


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Unlock Your Path to Success in Engineering Careers, Defense, and Government! Dive into the ultimate guide that's tailor-made for engineers and aspiring professionals seeking a remarkable career journey! "Mission Success: A Guide to U.S. Military Tech Jobs, Defense, and Government Careers for Prospective Engineers" is your compass to navigate the exciting worlds of engineering, defense industries, and government sectors. Packed with invaluable insights, this guide will illuminate your way to a future filled with innovation, impact, and personal growth. Discover Your Engineering Odyssey Embark on a transformative adventure through the pages of this comprehensive guide. From aerospace to civil engineering, we delve deep into each discipline, offering a detailed roadmap that guides you towards your dream career. Learn how to unleash your potential, harness your skills, and achieve the engineering mastery that will set you apart. Forge Your Path with Expert Guidance Step into the shoes of seasoned professionals and industry experts who've walked the path you aspire to tread. Uncover the secrets of career progression, the intricacies of government agencies, and the dynamic landscape of defense industries. Seamlessly transition from academia to the real world with insider tips on internships, skill development, and securing your dream job. Master the Art of Balancing Success Success isn't just about work; it's about embracing a fulfilling life. We reveal strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance, ensuring that your personal growth remains as steady as your professional ascent. Dive into stress management, self-care, and unwavering motivation, ensuring that every step of your journey is as rewarding as it is impactful. Navigate the Complexities of Defense and Government Careers Emerge as a guiding force in defense technology and government roles. Discover the crucial details behind security clearances, military roles, and engineering positions within government agencies. With a clear roadmap to securing the ideal role, you'll be well-equipped to make your mark while serving the nation. Seize the Opportunity, Shape the Future Open doors to unparalleled opportunities by mastering the art of networking, professional development, and effective communication. Gain the edge as you explore aerospace engineering, systems roles, and the dynamic landscape of the defense industry. Why Choose "Mission Success"? Authored by a seasoned Systems Engineer with military and industry experience, this guide is your trusted companion on your path to excellence. It's not just a book; it's your gateway to thriving in the world of engineering, defense, and government careers.




Black Hearts


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“Riveting. . . a testament to a misconceived war, and to the ease with which ordinary men, under certain conditions, can transform into monsters.”—New York Times Book Review This is the story of a small group of soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division’s fabled 502nd Infantry Regiment—a unit known as “the Black Heart Brigade.” Deployed in late 2005 to Iraq’s so-called Triangle of Death, a veritable meat grinder just south of Baghdad, the Black Hearts found themselves in arguably the country’s most dangerous location at its most dangerous time. Hit by near-daily mortars, gunfire, and roadside bomb attacks, suffering from a particularly heavy death toll, and enduring a chronic breakdown in leadership, members of one Black Heart platoon—1st Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Battalion—descended, over their year-long tour of duty, into a tailspin of poor discipline, substance abuse, and brutality. Four 1st Platoon soldiers would perpetrate one of the most heinous war crimes U.S. forces have committed during the Iraq War—the rape of a fourteen-year-old Iraqi girl and the cold-blooded execution of her and her family. Three other 1st Platoon soldiers would be overrun at a remote outpost—one killed immediately and two taken from the scene, their mutilated corpses found days later booby-trapped with explosives. Black Hearts is an unflinching account of the epic, tragic deployment of 1st Platoon. Drawing on hundreds of hours of in-depth interviews with Black Heart soldiers and first-hand reporting from the Triangle of Death, Black Hearts is a timeless story about men in combat and the fragility of character in the savage crucible of warfare. But it is also a timely warning of new dangers emerging in the way American soldiers are led on the battlefields of the twenty-first century.




Military Enterprise and Technological Change


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In this book, historians of technology bring their special expertise to probing the influence of the military on technological development over a broad range of history and in a variety of cases.




The Kill Chain


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From a former senior advisor to Senator John McCain comes an urgent wake-up call about how new technologies are threatening America's military might. For generations of Americans, our country has been the world's dominant military power. How the US military fights, and the systems and weapons that it fights with, have been uncontested. That old reality, however, is rapidly deteriorating. America's traditional sources of power are eroding amid the emergence of new technologies and the growing military threat posed by rivals such as China. America is at grave risk of losing a future war. As Christian Brose reveals in this urgent wake-up call, the future will be defined by artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and other emerging technologies that are revolutionizing global industries and are now poised to overturn the model of American defense. This fascinating, if disturbing, book confronts the existential risks on the horizon, charting a way for America's military to adapt and succeed with new thinking as well as new technology. America must build a battle network of systems that enables people to rapidly understand threats, make decisions, and take military actions, the process known as "the kill chain." Examining threats from China, Russia, and elsewhere, The Kill Chain offers hope and, ultimately, insights on how America can apply advanced technologies to prevent war, deter aggression, and maintain peace.




War and Technology: A Very Short Introduction


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The war instinct is part of human nature, but the means to fight war depend on technology. Alex Roland traces the co-evolution of technology and warfare from the Stone Age to the age of cyberwar, describing the inventions that changed the direction of warfare throughout history: from fortified walls, the chariot, battleships, and the gunpowder revolution to bombers, rockets, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and nuclear weapons. In the twenty-first century, new technologies continue to push warfare in unexpected directions, while warfare stimulates stunning new technological advances. Yet even now, the newest and best technology cannot guarantee victory. Brimming with dramatic narratives of battles and deep insights into military psychology, this book shows that although military technologies keep changing at great speed, the principles and patterns behind them abide.




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