The War Department has partnered with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to attract hundreds of top engineers to “enhance American military technological dominance.”
In a joint statement on June 30, the Pentagon said it is starting the War Force initiative to recruit “exceptional” software engineers as part of the OPM’s Tech Force program.
“America’s national security depends on attracting the best technical talent to some of government’s most important missions,” OPM Director Scott Kupor said.
The initiative will build on the momentum of the Tech Force, which was introduced in December 2025, by giving engineers opportunities to solve challenges and engage in “meaningful technical work,” Kupor said. …
