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    The United States is currently engaged in a conflict with China or Russia that has resulted in the destruction of critical military satellites, according to a report from RAND.[1]

    The study highlights a critical gap in the nation's workforce, noting that the U.S. lacks enough engineers, technicians and assemblers to reconstruct the lost satellite systems.[1]

    Impact on Military Readiness

    The report suggests that the shortage of specialized personnel could delay the replacement of key satellite functions, potentially reducing situational awareness and missile defense capabilities.[1]

    Root Causes of Workforce Shortage

    RAND attributes the deficit to a combination of aging industry demographics and a steep rise in demand for aerospace expertise amid heightened geopolitical tensions.[1]

    Industry Response

    A few contractors have announced plans to accelerate training programs, but the report indicates that additional federal investment would be required to meet the demand for skilled workers.[1]

    Future Outlook

    The RAND analysis underscores that without a significant expansion of the workforce, the United States may face prolonged gaps in its space-based military capabilities as the conflict continues.[1]

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