Athena (Intelligence Corps)אתנה- חיל המודיעין
What the Athena (Intelligence Corps) role asks for, and what it holds
Athena is a software development track in the Intelligence Corps that combines robotics software with operational work.
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The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- Intelligence
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 45 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
This is what the work of the role holds.
The track combines in-depth software work in robotics with an operational side. The technology that graduates develop works together with intelligence and operational units.
The track prepares soldiers for a small number of software development roles in robotics within the intelligence community.
This is how the training for the role runs.
Training starts with a basic course of about 4 months held in a pre-military framework. Advanced training follows during military service, depending on placement.
This is what service in the role looks like.
The role serves on a closed base. Soldiers sign a commitment to 2 years of career service, and women also sign an extension of compulsory service to 32 months.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- An extensive background in robotics and software development.
- Interpersonal skills and high mental resilience.
After the role, the IDF's page names these paths.
- The track offers paths of advancement in professional, instruction and command roles.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Athena (Intelligence Corps) role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up.
Who can serve as Athena (Intelligence Corps)?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Athena (Intelligence Corps)?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Athena (Intelligence Corps) hold?
Training starts with a basic course of about 4 months held in a pre-military framework. Advanced training follows during military service, depending on placement.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Athena (Intelligence Corps)
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.