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	===Stations and Devices===		===Stations and Devices===
	A sensors specialist is trained and ~~practiced~~ in operating the Sensors Station system on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. On investigation of [[star system]]s or other objects they serve up the most appropriate information on the [[Holo-Display]] to meet mission critical requirements. The sensors operator understands the functions of each array system and outputs readings from one, as required or requested: Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), [[HGAS Array]] (Medium Range) and [[HIDS Array]] (Short Range). The latter three modes are needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.		A sensors specialist is trained and practised in operating the Sensors Station system on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. On investigation of [[star system]]s or other objects they serve up the most appropriate information on the [[Holo-Display]] to meet mission critical requirements. The sensors operator understands the functions of each array system and outputs readings from one, as required or requested: Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), [[HGAS Array]] (Medium Range) and [[HIDS Array]] (Short Range). The latter three modes are needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.

	==Gameplay Focus==		==Gameplay Focus==

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	==Development==		==Development==
	The Sensors Specialist's duties and gameplay has evolved as more functionality is added to the [[Sensors Station]]. The ability to ~~spawn and~~ issue orders to a sensors specialist was added during dev build 0.225.0.109 along with other bridge NPCs, though was only referred to as a '''Sensors NPC'''. The role was first named during the 2025-11-21 dev stream as part of the Magellan Crew ~~Compliment~~.[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1B1dHXuHzwup_xRHQTtx3oU9G_8zD-Y0BfnTH0t7x-_c/edit?gid=0#gid=0]		The Sensors Specialist's duties and gameplay has evolved as more functionality is added to the [[Sensors Station]]. The ability to issue orders to a NPC sensors specialist was added during dev build 0.225.0.109 along with other bridge NPCs, though was only referred to as a '''Sensors NPC'''. The role was first named during the 2025-11-21 dev stream as part of the Magellan Crew Complement.[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1B1dHXuHzwup_xRHQTtx3oU9G_8zD-Y0BfnTH0t7x-_c/edit?gid=0#gid=0].

	As a member of the [[science]] department, the sensors specialist is ~~expected~~ to ~~have~~ more duties ~~and~~ orders added to their gameplay. It is likely they will receive commands from the Chief Science Officer or requests from certain labs to perform surveys ~~on celestial bodies~~.		As a member of the [[science]] department, it is expected that the sensors specialist is to take on more duties together with a general increase in orders added to their gameplay. It is likely that they will receive commands from the Chief Science Officer in future and requests from certain labs to perform specific surveys.

	[[Category:UNSF Roles]]		[[Category:UNSF Roles]]

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Gameplay Focus

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	==Gameplay Focus==		==Gameplay Focus==
	Playing as a Sensors Specialist involves expertise in the sensor array, understanding of ~~multiple~~ scientific fields such as astrophysics and quantum physics~~, and~~ the ~~ability to follow bridge command structures~~. Key gameplay elements include:		Playing as a Sensors Specialist involves expertise in the sensor array, plus a basic understanding of the general tenets of a variety of scientific fields, such as astrophysics, biology and quantum physics in order to comprehend the focus of searches. Key gameplay elements include:
	*~~Use~~ the sensor array to scout out star systems and sectors ~~of local~~ space.		*use the sensor array to scout out star systems and sectors in surrounding space
	*~~Providing~~ the [[Helm]] station with coordinates for bodies of interest.		*construct plans to survey star systems in the most efficient way or adjust for effectiveness according to the prevailing circumstances
	*~~Performing surveys to~~ gather data on [[Star System]]s and celestial bodies.		*provide the [[Helm]] station with coordinates for bodies of interest
	*~~Finding~~ and ~~reporting~~ [[Life and Tech Signatures]] ~~found~~ on astronomical objects.		*evaluate and gather the most appropriate data on [[Star System]]s and celestial bodies
	*~~Respond to orders from either~~ the [[Captain]] or officer of the watch.		*find and report the presence of [[Life and Tech Signatures]] on astronomical objects
			*action directions given by the [[Captain]] or officer of the watch.

	==Development==		==Development==

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Key Interactions

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	==Key Interactions==		==Key Interactions==
	===Personnel===		===Personnel===
	A sensors specialist operates under the leadership of an officer of the watch, which can vary according to the shift pattern worked, (e.g., [[captain]], [[executive officer]] or other officer having charge of the bridge). They mostly follow direct [[Command (gameplay)\|orders]] from the principal officer; however, as gameplay develops it is probable that they will also increasingly be involved in fulfilling requests by other Bridge stations. ~~They are expected to highlight~~ celestial objects ~~of importance to the officer to inform decision making with the ship. However,~~ they ~~can~~ also ~~direct~~ coordinates to the [[Helm]] officer ~~to investigate the area~~.		A sensors specialist operates under the leadership of an officer of the watch, which can vary according to the shift pattern worked, (e.g., [[captain]], [[executive officer]] or other officer having charge of the bridge). They mostly follow direct [[Command (gameplay)\|orders]] from the principal officer; however, as gameplay develops it is probable that they will also increasingly be involved in fulfilling requests by other Bridge stations. Although preoccupied with highlighting celestial objects they also spend a significant amount of time supplying coordinates to the [[Helm]] officer for navigational purposes.

	===Stations and Devices===		===Stations and Devices===
	A sensors specialist is ~~currently only expected to interact with~~ the Sensors Station on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. ~~They primarily will be expected to use it to investigate~~ [[star system]]s ~~and display celestial bodies~~ on the [[Holo-Display]]. The sensors operator ~~is expected to use~~ each array ~~to display inputs~~ from ~~either the~~ Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), [[HGAS Array]] (Medium Range) and [[HIDS Array]] (Short Range). The latter three modes are ~~also~~ needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.		A sensors specialist is trained and practiced in operating the Sensors Station system on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. On investigation of [[star system]]s or other objects they serve up the most appropriate information on the [[Holo-Display]] to meet mission critical requirements. The sensors operator understands the functions of each array system and outputs readings from one, as required or requested: Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), [[HGAS Array]] (Medium Range) and [[HIDS Array]] (Short Range). The latter three modes are needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.

	==Gameplay Focus==		==Gameplay Focus==

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	A '''sensors specialist''' is a [[bridge]]-based role aboard a [[starship]]. The ~~role places the~~ officer in charge of the [[Sensors Station]], using them to display and perform surveys on astronomical objects. In the [[UNSF]], sensors specialists hold the rank of [[crewman]] and are members of the [[Science\|science department]].		A '''sensors specialist''' is a [[bridge]]-based role aboard a [[starship]]. The officer takes charge of the [[Sensors Station]], using them to display and perform surveys on astronomical objects. In the [[UNSF]], sensors specialists hold the rank of [[crewman]] and are members of the [[Science\|science department]].

	==Responsibilities==		==Responsibilities==
	~~The sensors specialist is primarily placed on the [[~~Sensors ~~Station]] on the Bridge. Through it, they~~ are ~~placed~~ in ~~charge of using them to investigate nearby~~ [[star system]]s ~~and highlight~~ celestial bodies of interest. ~~Whilst most duties relate to the ship's missions~~, they ~~are also expected to look for~~ [[Life and Tech Signatures]] and, in future updates, sources of ship ~~supplies~~.		Sensors specialists are charged with investigating in-range [[star system]]s to reveal celestial bodies of interest. Additionally, they conduct surveys aimed at locating [[Life and Tech Signatures]] and in future updates, sources able to supply the ship.

	If a star or planetary system is ~~under investigation~~, the sensors specialist ~~is expected to perform~~ surveys on astronomical objects, ~~including~~ [[planet]]s and [[star]]. ~~They are also expected~~ to ~~show~~ the ~~sensor input~~ to ~~help~~ with decisions regarding ship ~~missions~~ and ~~for~~ ship management ~~duties~~ like refuelling. The sensors specialist may also ~~be in charge of highlighting~~ potential threats such as asteroid fields or black holes.		Whenever a star or planetary system is in focus, the sensors specialist routinely surveys astronomical objects, principally [[planet]]s and [[star]]s. The sensor output can be broadcast to the holo display on request, to assist with decisions regarding the ship's current mission and various ship management processes like refuelling. The sensors specialist may also 'horizon scan' potential threats such as asteroid fields or black holes.

	==Primary Location and Access Level==		==Primary Location and Access Level==
	On a [[Magellan Class]] starship, sensors specialists ~~are placed primarily in the Sensors Station aboard~~ the [[Bridge]] ~~to fulfil their duties. As such~~, ~~they are expected to~~ have ~~limited~~ access to [[A Deck\|A]] and [[B Deck]]. As a member of the science department, they will ~~likely have access to~~ [[C Deck]] to report to the Chief Science Officer or other personnel in their department. The officer is ~~also expected to have access to facilities~~ on ~~both~~ [[D Deck\|D]] ~~and~~ [[E Deck]], ~~and personal quarters on one~~ of ~~these decks~~.		On a [[Magellan Class]] starship, sensors specialists work at the [[Bridge]] Sensors Station, therefore have access to [[A Deck\|A]] and [[B Deck]]. As a member of the science department too, they will sometimes be found on [[C Deck]] to report to the Chief Science Officer or interact with other personnel in their department. The officer is normally berthed on either [[D Deck\|D]] or [[E Deck]], as is normally the case for the majority of crew members.

	==Key Interactions==		==Key Interactions==
	===Personnel===		===Personnel===
	A sensors specialist ~~is expected to answer to~~ an officer of the watch, ~~whether it be~~ the [[captain]], [[executive officer]] or officer ~~placed in~~ charge of the bridge. They ~~are expected to follower~~ [[Command (gameplay)\|orders]] from the officer ~~regarding tasks or duties~~. They are expected to highlight celestial objects of importance to the officer to inform decision making with the ship. However, they can also direct coordinates to the [[Helm]] officer to investigate the area.		A sensors specialist operates under the leadership of an officer of the watch, which can vary according to the shift pattern worked, (e.g., [[captain]], [[executive officer]] or other officer having charge of the bridge). They mostly follow direct [[Command (gameplay)\|orders]] from the principal officer; however, as gameplay develops it is probable that they will also increasingly be involved in fulfilling requests by other Bridge stations. They are expected to highlight celestial objects of importance to the officer to inform decision making with the ship. However, they can also direct coordinates to the [[Helm]] officer to investigate the area.

	===Stations and Devices===		===Stations and Devices===

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	==Primary Location and Access Level==		==Primary Location and Access Level==
	On a [[Magellan Class]] starship, sensors specialists are placed primarily in the Sensors Station aboard the [[Bridge]] to fulfil their duties. As such, they are expected to have limited access to [[A Deck\|A]] and [[B Deck]]. As a member of the science department, they will likely have access to [[C Deck]] to report to the Chief Science Officer or other personnel in their department. The officer is also expected to have access to facilities ~~and quarters~~ on [[D Deck\|D]] and [[E Deck]].		On a [[Magellan Class]] starship, sensors specialists are placed primarily in the Sensors Station aboard the [[Bridge]] to fulfil their duties. As such, they are expected to have limited access to [[A Deck\|A]] and [[B Deck]]. As a member of the science department, they will likely have access to [[C Deck]] to report to the Chief Science Officer or other personnel in their department. The officer is also expected to have access to facilities on both [[D Deck\|D]] and [[E Deck]], and personal quarters on one of these decks.

	==Key Interactions==		==Key Interactions==

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	A '''sensors specialist''' is a [[bridge]]-based role aboard a [[starship]]. The role places the officer in charge of the [[Sensors Station]], using them to display and perform surveys on astronomical objects. In the [[UNSF]], sensors specialists hold the rank of ~~crewmember~~ and are members of the [[Science\|science department]].		A '''sensors specialist''' is a [[bridge]]-based role aboard a [[starship]]. The role places the officer in charge of the [[Sensors Station]], using them to display and perform surveys on astronomical objects. In the [[UNSF]], sensors specialists hold the rank of [[crewman]] and are members of the [[Science\|science department]].

	==Responsibilities==		==Responsibilities==

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	===Stations and Devices===		===Stations and Devices===
	A sensors specialist is currently only expected to interact with the Sensors Station on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. They primarily will be expected to use it to investigate [[star system]]s and display celestial bodies on the [[Holo-Display]]. The sensors operator is expected to use each array to display inputs from either the Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), (Medium Range) and (Short Range). The latter three modes are also needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.		A sensors specialist is currently only expected to interact with the Sensors Station on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. They primarily will be expected to use it to investigate [[star system]]s and display celestial bodies on the [[Holo-Display]]. The sensors operator is expected to use each array to display inputs from either the Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), [[HGAS Array]] (Medium Range) and [[HIDS Array]] (Short Range). The latter three modes are also needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.

	==Gameplay Focus==		==Gameplay Focus==

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A '''sensors specialist''' is a [[bridge]]-based role aboard a [[starship]]. The role places the officer in charge of the [[Sensors Station]], using them to display and perform surveys on astronomical objects. In the [[UNSF]], sensors specialists hold the rank of crewmember and are members of the [[Science|science department]].

==Responsibilities==
The sensors specialist is primarily placed on the [[Sensors Station]] on the Bridge. Through it, they are placed in charge of using them to investigate nearby [[star system]]s and highlight celestial bodies of interest. Whilst most duties relate to the ship's missions, they are also expected to look for [[Life and Tech Signatures]] and, in future updates, sources of ship supplies.

If a star or planetary system is under investigation, the sensors specialist is expected to perform surveys on astronomical objects, including [[planet]]s and [[star]]. They are also expected to show the sensor input to help with decisions regarding ship missions and for ship management duties like refuelling. The sensors specialist may also be in charge of highlighting potential threats such as asteroid fields or black holes.

==Primary Location and Access Level==
On a [[Magellan Class]] starship, sensors specialists are placed primarily in the Sensors Station aboard the [[Bridge]] to fulfil their duties. As such, they are expected to have limited access to [[A Deck|A]] and [[B Deck]]. As a member of the science department, they will likely have access to [[C Deck]] to report to the Chief Science Officer or other personnel in their department. The officer is also expected to have access to facilities and quarters on [[D Deck|D]] and [[E Deck]].

==Key Interactions==
===Personnel===
A sensors specialist is expected to answer to an officer of the watch, whether it be the [[captain]], [[executive officer]] or officer placed in charge of the bridge. They are expected to follower [[Command (gameplay)|orders]] from the officer regarding tasks or duties. They are expected to highlight celestial objects of importance to the officer to inform decision making with the ship. However, they can also direct coordinates to the [[Helm]] officer to investigate the area.

===Stations and Devices===
A sensors specialist is currently only expected to interact with the Sensors Station on the Bridge, where many of their duties will be based. They primarily will be expected to use it to investigate [[star system]]s and display celestial bodies on the [[Holo-Display]]. The sensors operator is expected to use each array to display inputs from either the Galactic Positioning Sensors, the [[LGAS Array]] (Long Range), (Medium Range) and (Short Range). The latter three modes are also needed to perform [[survey]]s on astronomical objects.

==Gameplay Focus==
Playing as a Sensors Specialist involves expertise in the sensor array, understanding of multiple scientific fields such as astrophysics and quantum physics, and the ability to follow bridge command structures. Key gameplay elements include:
*Use the sensor array to scout out star systems and sectors of local space.
*Providing the [[Helm]] station with coordinates for bodies of interest.
*Performing surveys to gather data on [[Star System]]s and celestial bodies.
*Finding and reporting [[Life and Tech Signatures]] found on astronomical objects.
*Respond to orders from either the [[Captain]] or officer of the watch.

==Development==
The Sensors Specialist's duties and gameplay has evolved as more functionality is added to the [[Sensors Station]]. The ability to spawn and issue orders to a sensors specialist was added during dev build 0.225.0.109 along with other bridge NPCs, though was only referred to as a '''Sensors NPC'''. The role was first named during the 2025-11-21 dev stream as part of the Magellan Crew Compliment.[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1B1dHXuHzwup_xRHQTtx3oU9G_8zD-Y0BfnTH0t7x-_c/edit?gid=0#gid=0]

As a member of the [[science]] department, the sensors specialist is expected to have more duties and orders added to their gameplay. It is likely they will receive commands from the Chief Science Officer or requests from certain labs to perform surveys on celestial bodies.

[[Category:UNSF Roles]]