It's amusing really to read the ire about the semantics of the English language, which, like society, is constantly evolving some of you will be shocked to learn.
However, today's Guardian has kindly provided a solution.
From now on you simply address each other as soldier...no gender confusion involved !
See caption under the photo " RAF soldier "
NHS gears up for ‘huge challenge’ to hit PM’s new booster jab target | Coronavirus | The Guardian