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Originally Posted by Wild Goose
Interesting look there on the SNSR. However, I'd point out that one weakness of the unit is that you appear to be using them into specialised roles, meaning that if the squadrons are isolated in areas where their skillsets can't help them, they'll be at a disadvantage.
I'd suggest something more similar to how the SAS, SEALs and Delta do things, which is to have each person specialise, but have a good working knowledge of the other aspects of the job (for example, in the SAS, they have A, B C D squadrons for Freefall specialists, Divers, Mountain Warfare and Desert Recon, but all SAS members regardless of squadron & specialty must have a good working knowledge of all aspects - thus an A Squadron parachutist would also train for diving and mountain warfare and desert recon).
That means that yes, the intel squadron, who are normally desk jockeys, are expected to also do PT and shoot at the range to build proficiency. (I'm reminded of the story of one guy who came to SEAL Team 2 in the 70s as a desk jockey and started hanging out with the SEALs and running PT with them. 15 years later he had graduated from BUD/S and was Team 2's new CO.)
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It isn't said but they do possess knowledge of each others specialties (although they might not have the same privilege.) They have standard combat training like the rest of the Cancri Military and everything else that comes with it. It's just that the squadrons are very knowledgeable in each specialization, but they can if necessary carry out each other's orders. Not recommended but it would work.
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Edit: Also, for some reason, the name SNSR reminds me of Australia's SASR (Special Air Service Regiment). Deliberate ref?
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I based them solely on the SAS so this is pure coincidence actually. Didn't know they existed prior.