Navy dismisses senior officers over unmanned systems investigations
TL;DR
Navy Rear Adm. Kevin Smith was dismissed from his role as the program executive officer for unmanned and small vessels following an investigation by the Office of the Naval Inspector General, due to a misconduct complaint. He has been temporarily reassigned, and his office is now led by Melissa Kirkendall.
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