Emerging Staff Roles: Robotics NCO Task Analysis
Abstract
The position of a new platoon asset, the Robotics NCO (RNCO), is introduced in the Objective Force Operational and Organizational (O&O) Plan (Unit of Action Maneuver Battle Lab, 2003). The RNCO is expected to assist the Platoon Leader in employing unmanned systems, to be a subject matter expert in platoon robotics systems, and to coordinate unmanned assets in support of reconnaissance and surveillance tasks (Unit of Action Maneuver Battle Lab, p3-18). The task analysis conducted in this experiment was designed to improve the fidelity of task descriptions and understand interactions with robotic systems operators. The task analysis identified major coordinating responsibilities for this role. Continuation of this effort will examine RNCO tasks in the context of the battle command interface to determine how best to visualize information for major functions. We will also focus on the RNCO responsibilities from a system of systems perspective and identify key staff interdependencies within the platoon and with higher echelons.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA481313
Entities
People
- Elizabeth K. Bowman
- Jeffrey A. Thomas
- Regina A. Pomranky
Organizations
- United States Army Research Laboratory