한국 군 부사관의 바람직한 역할에 관한 연구

Abstract

As the youth population decreased, changes occurred in the current military structure. It is expected that the youth population will continue to decline in the future. The period of military service has also been significantly reduced compared to the past. 18 months in the Army, 20 months in the Navy, and 21 months in the Air Force. As the military structure changes, the period of service and the number of soldiers change, the role of the non-commissioned officer in the South Korean military becomes more significant and emphasized. This is because non-commissioned officers serve for a long period of time in one unit. Korea is in the most difficult geopolitical position in East Asia. China, Russia, Japan and North Korea are adjacent, and the military power of these countries is very strong and is constantly being upgraded. South Korea must build solid security based on its strong national defense capabilities. NCOs must play an officer-like role between commanders and soldiers in order to maintain combat power in the changing military force situation. As the military structure changes, the period of service and the number of soldiers change, the role of the non-commissioned officer in the South Korean military becomes more significant and emphasized.