AMERICA’S ARMY: WINNING IN A COMPLEX WORLD

Introduction

The U.S. Army Acquisition Corps, with its 36,000 professionals, bears a unique responsibility for the oversight
and systems management of the Army’s acquisition lifecycle. With responsibility for hundreds of acquisition
programs, civilian and military professionals collectively oversee research, development and acquisition
activities totaling more than $20 billion in Fiscal Year 2016 alone.

With threat proliferation from the level of “lone wolf” terrorist to hostile nation-state, our country depends
now more than ever on the capabilities placed into the hands of our men and women in uniform. Thankfully,
Army systems and technologies—designed and developed under the auspices of our 12 Program Executive
Offices and the Headquarters Staff—will ensure the defense of freedom for decades to come.

Advances in turbine engine technology will enable our Soldiers to fly for greater duration at high altitudes
and in hot climates. New missile systems will operate with increased lethality and extended range. Next-
generation ground vehicles will offer improved survivability and increased capabilities. Emerging infrared
technologies will enable troops not only to “own the night” but also to overcome inclement conditions and
“own the weather.” These, and many more capabilities, continue to ensure that our warfighters maintain
decisive overmatch in all contested environments.

The Army’s Weapon Systems Handbook 2016 presents many of the acquisition programs currently fielded
or in development. We hope that it provides a valuable resource, reminds us of our warfighters defending
freedom around the globe, and motivates us to equip our Soldiers with the best materiel possible so that we
can continue to maintain the decisive advantage in the fight!

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How to Use this Book ..................................................................... 6 Installation Information Infrastructure Modernization Program
(I3MP)......................................................................................... 58
ACQUISITION CATEGORY I Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army (IPPS-A)................... 60
2.75 Inch Rocket Systems (Hydra-70)............................................. 10 Javelin.............................................................................................. 62
Abrams Tank Upgrade..................................................................... 12 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM).............................................. 64
AH-64D/E Apache.......................................................................... 14 Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)................................................. 66
Airborne and Maritime/Fixed Station (AMF)................................. 16 Lakota UH-72A Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)............................ 68
Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV)....................................... 18 Long Range Precision Fires (LRPF)................................................. 70
Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (AIAMD)....................... 20 M109 Family of Vehicles (FOV) (Paladin/FAASV, PIM SPH/
Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (ACWA)...................... 22 CAT)........................................................................................... 72
Black Hawk UH/HH-60................................................................. 24 M88A2 Improved Recovery Vehicle HERCULES
Bradley Fighting Vehicle Systems (BFVS)....................................... 26 (Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift and
CH-47F Chinook............................................................................ 28 Evacuation System)...................................................................... 74
Common Missile Warning System (CMWS), Laser Detection Mid-Tier Networking Vehicular Radio (MNVR)........................... 76
System (LDS), Radar Warning Receiver (RWR), Advanced Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles (MRAP), Army........... 78
Threat Infrared Countermeasures (ATIRCM) and Common MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).................. 80
Infrared Countermeasure (CIRCM) Programs............................ 30 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) M270A1........................ 82
Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS).............. 32 Palletized Load System (PLS) and PLS Extended Service
Distributed Common Ground System – Army (DCGS-A) Program (ESP)............................................................................. 84
Increment 1.................................................................................. 34 PATRIOT Advanced Capaility – 3 (PAC-3)................................... 86
Distributed Common Ground System – Army (DCGS-A) RQ-7Bv2 Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS)..... 88
Increment 2.................................................................................. 36 Stryker Family of Vehicles............................................................... 90
Excalibur Precision 155 mm Projectile............................................. 38 Tactical Mission Command (TMC)................................................ 92
Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV)................................ 40 Tube-Launched, Optically Tracked, Wireless-Guided
General Fund Enterprise Business Systems (GFEBS)...................... 42 (TOW) Missiles........................................................................... 94
Global Combat Support System – Army (GCSS-Army).................. 44 Warfighter Information Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) DPICM/ Increment 1.................................................................................. 96
Unitary/Alternative Warhead....................................................... 46 Warfighter Information Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
Handheld, Manpack and Small Form Fit (HMS)............................ 48 Increment 2.................................................................................. 98
Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT)/HEMTT Warfighter Information Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
Extended Service Program (ESP)................................................. 50 Increment 3.................................................................................. 100
HELLFIRE Family of Missiles........................................................ 52
High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV).......... 54
Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 –
Intercept Block 1.......................................................................... 56

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ACQUISITION CATEGORY II AND III Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (C-RAM) Intercept
120M Motor Grader........................................................................ 104 Land-Based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS)............................ 166
621G Scraper................................................................................... 106 Cryptographic Systems.................................................................... 168
Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS)............. 108 Defense Enterprise Wideband SATCOM System (DEWSS)........... 170
Air and Missile Defense Planning and Control System Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)............................. 172
(AMDPCS) ................................................................................. 110 Engagement Skills Trainer (EST).................................................... 174
Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Targets............................................... 112 Enhanced Medium Altitude Reconnaissance and Surveillance
Air Soldier System (Air SS).............................................................. 114 System (EMARSS)...................................................................... 176
Air Warrior (AW)............................................................................ 116 Enhanced Night Vision Goggle (ENVG)........................................ 178
Airborne Reconnaissance Low (ARL).............................................. 118 Expeditionary Water Packaging System (EWPS)............................ 180
AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel..................................................................... 120 Family of Engineer Combat and Construction Sets (ECACS)........ 182
AN/TPQ-50 Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR)............ 122 Family of Military Working Dogs Equipment and Kennel.............. 184
AN/TPQ-53 Counterfire Target Acquisition Radar Family of Weapon Sights – Crew Served (FWS-CS)....................... 186
(formerly known as the Enhanced AN/TPQ-36)........................ 124 Family of Weapon Sights – Individual (FWS-I).............................. 188
Army Key Management System (AKMS)........................................ 126 Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper (FWS-S).................................... 190
Army Watercraft Systems (AWS) .................................................... 128 Fixed Wing...................................................................................... 192
Artillery Ammunition..................................................................... 130 Force Protection Systems................................................................. 194
Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV)....................................................... 132 Force Provider (FP).......................................................................... 196
Autonomous Mine Detection System (AMDS)............................... 134 Global Command and Control System – Army (GCCS-A)............ 198
Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT)................... 136 Guardrail Common Sensor (GR/CS).............................................. 200
Battlefield Kitchen (BK).................................................................. 138 Heavy Equipment Transporter System (HETS).............................. 202
Biometric Enabling Capability (BEC)............................................. 140 High Mobility Engineer Excavator (HMEE) I and III.................... 204
Calibration Sets Equipment (CALSETS)........................................ 142 Home Station Instrumentation Training System (HITS)................ 206
Call For Fire Trainer (CFFT) Immersive System............................. 144 Husky Mounted Detection System (HMDS).................................. 208
Call For Fire Trainer Increment 3 (CFFT 3)................................... 146 Improved Environmental Control Units (IECU)............................ 210
Chemical Biological Medical Systems – Therapeutics..................... 148 Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB)....................................................... 212
Chemical Biological Protective Shelter (CBPS) – M8E1.................. 150 Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS)................................... 214
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Dismounted Instrumentable – Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System
Reconnaissance Sets, Kits and Outfits (CBRN DR SKO)........... 152 (I-MILES).................................................................................... 216
Close Combat Tactical Trainer (CCTT)......................................... 154 Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE).................................. 218
Combat Service Support Communications (CSS Comms).............. 156 Intelligence Electronic Warfare Tactical Proficiency Trainer
Common Bridge Transporter (CBT)............................................... 158 (IEWTPT).................................................................................. 220
Common Hardware Systems (CHS)................................................ 160 Joint Assault Bridge (JAB)............................................................... 222
Common Robotic System – Individual (CRS(I))............................. 162 Joint Battle Command – Platform (JBC-P)..................................... 224
Counter Defilade Target Engagement (CDTE) – XM25................ 164 Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS)....................... 226

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Joint Chemical Agent Detector (JCAD) M4A1............................... 228 Mortar Systems................................................................................ 284
Joint Effects Model (JEM).............................................................. 230 NAVSTAR Global Positioning System (GPS).................................. 286
Joint Effects Targeting System (JETS) Target Location Nett Warrior (NW)......................................................................... 288
Designation System (TLDS)........................................................ 232 Next Generation Chemical Detector (NGCD)............................... 290
Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability Non-Intrusive Inspection Systems (NIIS)........................................ 292
(JLCCTC)................................................................................... 234 Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle
Joint Personal Dosimeter (JPD)....................................................... 236 (NBCRV) – Stryker Sensor Suites............................................... 294
Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS)......................................... 238 One Semi-Automated Force (OneSAF)........................................... 296
Joint Service Aircrew Mask – Rotary Wing (JSAM RW) Precision Guidance Kit (PGK)........................................................ 298
(MPU-5)...................................................................................... 240 Prophet............................................................................................ 300
Joint Service Equipment Wipe (JSEW)........................................... 242 Radiological Detection System (RDS) ............................................ 302
Joint Service General Purpose Mask (JSGPM) M-50/M-51............ 244 Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (RAM) Warn.......................................... 304
Joint Service Transportable Decontaminating System Small Route Clearance Interrogation System (RCIS) Type 1..................... 306
Scale (JSTDS-SS) M26............................................................... 246 RQ-11B Raven Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS).............. 308
Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS)........................................... 248 Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Reliable Tactical Terminal (SMART-T)... 310
Joint Warning and Reporting Network (JWARN).......................... 250 Small Arms – Crew Served Weapons............................................... 312
Light Capability Rough Terrain Forklift (LCRTF)......................... 252 Small Arms – Individual Weapons.................................................. 314
Lightweight 155 mm Howitzer System (LW155)............................. 254 Small Arms – Precision Weapons.................................................... 316
Lightweight Laser Designator Rangefinder (LLDR) AN/PED-1 Small Caliber Ammunition............................................................. 318
and AN/PED-1A......................................................................... 256 Soldier Protection System (SPS)....................................................... 320
Line Haul Tractor............................................................................ 258 Spider – Command Destruct Networked Command Munition
Line of Communications Bridge (LOCB)....................................... 260 Dispensing Set Increment 1A....................................................... 322
Load Handling System Compatible Water Tank Rack (Hippo)...... 262 Synthetic Training Environment (STE)........................................... 324
M160 Robotic Mine Flail................................................................ 264 T-9 Medium Dozer.......................................................................... 326
Man Transportable Robot System (MTRS) Increment 2................. 266 Tactical Electric Power (TEP).......................................................... 328
Medical Communications for Combat Casualty Care (MC4)......... 268 Tank Ammunition........................................................................... 330
Medical Countermeasure Systems (MCS) – Diagnostics................. 270 Test Equipment Modernization (TEMOD).................................... 332
Medical Countermeasure Systems (MCS) – Joint Vaccine Transportable Tactical Command Communications (T2C2).......... 334
Acquisition Program (JVAP) and Bioscavenger........................... 272 Unified Command Suite (UCS)...................................................... 336
Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC)................................ 274 Unit Water Pod System (Camel II).................................................. 338
Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA)............................................ 276
Mine Protection Vehicle Family (MPVF), Mine Clearing
Vehicle (MCV), Explosive Hazard Pre-Detonation (EHP).......... 278
Mobile Maintenance Equipment Systems (MMES)........................ 280
Modular Fuel System (MFS)........................................................... 282

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Ground Maneuver S&T Portfolio................................................... 344
Soldier/Squad S&T Portfolio........................................................... 345
Air S&T Portfolio............................................................................ 346
Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence
S&T Portfolio.............................................................................. 346
Lethality S&T Portfolio.................................................................. 347
Medical S&T Portfolio.................................................................... 348
Innovation Enablers S&T Portfolio................................................. 350
Basic Research S&T Portfolio.......................................................... 352
Conclusion....................................................................................... 353

APPENDICES
Army Combat Organizations.......................................................... 356
Glossary of Terms............................................................................ 357
Systems by Contractors.................................................................... 363
Contractors by State........................................................................ 375
Points of Contact............................................................................. 379

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System name PEO name and location Foreign military sales
PEO logo Contractor
and location
ACAT level tabs
• ACAT I
•A CAT II and III

Highlighted tabs indicate

warfighting function

Highlighted tabs indicate

acquisition lifecycle phase

Highlighted tabs indicate

milestone decision authority

Contractor locations
are highlighted

ACQUISITION CATEGORY (ACAT) WARFIGHTING FUNCTION

The tab in the top left corner indicates the program’s Acquisition Cat- This tab identifies the Warfighting Function(s) each program supports.
egory (ACAT). ACAT I programs have dark green tabs and all other • Mission Command programs develop and integrate activities
programs (ACAT II and III) have light green tabs. A small number of enabling a commander to balance the art of command and the
programs have no ACAT designation and are shown as OTHER. The science of control. This philosophy places people, rather than
programs are arranged alphabetically within each ACAT section. technology or systems, at the center.
• Movement and Maneuver programs move and employ forces to
achieve a position of relative advantage over the enemy and other
threats. Direct fire and close combat are inherent in this function.

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• I ntelligence programs facilitate understanding the enemy, • P roduction & Deployment achieves an operational capability that
terrain and civil considerations. This function synchronizes satisfies mission needs. Components of this phase include Low-Rate
collection requirements with the execution of tactical tasks such as Initial Production, Full-Rate Production Decision Review, Full-Rate
reconnaissance, surveillance and related intelligence operations. Production and Deployment, and Military Equipment Evaluation.
• Fires programs provide collective and coordinated use of Army • Operations & Support executes a support program that meets
indirect fires, air and missile defense, and Joint fires through the materiel and performance requirements in the most cost-effective
targeting process. manner over the system’s total lifecycle.
• Sustainment programs provide support and services to ensure
freedom of action, extend operational reach and prolong endurance. Because the Army is spiraling technology to its warfighters as soon
This function determines the depth and duration of Army as feasible, some programs and systems may be in all four acquisition
operations, and is essential to retaining and exploiting the initiative. lifecycle phases at the same time. Mature programs are often only in
• Maneuver Support and Protection programs preserve the force so one phase, such as Operations & Support, while newer systems are
the commander can apply maximum combat power to accomplish usually only found in the Materiel Solutions Analysis or Technology
the mission. Preserving the force includes protecting personnel and Maturation & Risk Reduction phases.
physical assets of the United States, host-nation and multinational
military and civilian partners. MILESTONE DECISION AUTHORITY
• Engagement programs influence the behaviors of a people, security This tab identifies the acquisition decision authority for each system.
forces and governments. • Defense Acquisition Executive is responsible for supervising the
Defense Acquisition System and takes precedence on all acquisition
ACQUISITION LIFECYCLE PHASE matters after the Secretary of Defense and the Deputy Secretary
This tab identifies the program’s acquisition phase(s). of Defense.
• Materiel Solution Analysis performs analysis needed to choose a • A rmy Acquisition Executive is responsible for acquisition matters
product or system concept, identifies capability gaps, translates into within the Department of the Army and is the single decision
system-specific requirements and conducts planning to support an authority for all Army acquisition matters.
acquisition strategy. • Program Executive Officer is responsible for ACAT I and IA and
• Technology Maturation & Risk Reduction reduces technology sensitive classified programs, or for any other program as needed.
risk, determines and matures the technologies to integrate into a
full system, and demonstrates on prototypes. This is a continuous For additional information and definitions of these categories and terms,
discovery and development process. please see the Glossary of Terms.
• Engineering & Manufacturing Development develops a system,
completes full system integration, plans a feasible and affordable
manufacturing process, and demonstrates system integration,
interoperability and utility. This phase includes system integration,
system demonstration and interim progress review.

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ACAT I

Listed in alphabetical order

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ACAT I

2.75 Inch Rocket Systems (Hydra-70)

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Hydra-70 Rocket System of 2.75-inch air-launched rockets is • C
 urrent: Producing annual replenishment for training, theater
Mission Command employed by tri-service and special operating forces on both fixed- and combat expenditures and war reserve requirements
rotary-wing aircraft and is inherently immune to countermeasures.
Movement and Maneuver This highly modular rocket family incorporates several different PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence mission-oriented warheads for the Hydra-70 variant, including high- • F Y16-17: Continue Hydra-70 production, safety, reliability and
explosive, anti-personnel, multipurpose submunition, red phosphorus producibility program activities; continue assessment of guided
Fires
smoke, flechette, training, visible-light illumination flare, and infrared rocket inventory objective requirements
Sustainment illumination flare.
Maneuver Support
and Protection BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Hydra-70 provides an air-to-ground suppression, smoke screening,
Engagement illumination, and direct and indirect fires capability to defeat area,
materiel and personnel targets at close and extended ranges. This
Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II guidance package will
ACQUISITION infuse precision into the current Hydra-70 weapon system by providing
LIFECYCLE PHASE increased stowed kills and point target accuracy. It will also provide
Materiel Solution Analysis the capability for low collateral damage engagements against lightly
armored and soft-point targets.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
SPECIFICATIONS
Engineering & Manufacturing • Diameter: 2.75 inches
Development • Weight: 23-27 pounds (depending on warhead)
Production & Deployment • Length: 55-70 inches (depending on warhead)
• Range: 300-8,000 meters
Operations & Support
• Velocity: 700-plus meters per second
• Area suppression: No precision

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Hydra-70
Hydra-70: Colombia, Egypt, Japan, Jordan,
Kuwait, the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Singapore,
Thailand, Taiwan, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates
and United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
Prime System: General Dynamics
(Burlington, VT)
Grain: BAE Systems (Radford, VA)
Warhead Fuses: Action Manufacturing (Philadelphia, PA)
Shipping Container (Fastpack): CONCO (Louisville, KY)
Fin and Nozzle: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical
Systems (Anniston, AL)

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Abrams Tank Upgrade

PEO Ground Combat Systems | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION M1A2 SEPv3: The next version of the Abrams tank is currently in
FUNCTION The Abrams tank closes with and destroys enemy forces on the integrated development. Improvements will focus on increasing the electrical power
Mission Command battlefield using mobility, firepower and shock effect. The Abrams tank margin; improving survivability with improved armor protection and
upgrade includes two powerful variants: the M1A1 SA (Situational advanced counter-improvised explosive device protection; integrating
Movement and Maneuver Awareness) and the M1A2 SEP (System Enhancement Program) version the new Army network; electronic component improvements; a new
Intelligence 2. The 1,500-horsepower turbine engine, the 120 mm main gun and auxiliary power unit; and an ammunition data link.
special armor make the Abrams tank particularly lethal against heavy
Fires
armor forces. BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Sustainment The Abrams tank upgrade ensures that the warfighter will continue to
Maneuver Support M1A1 SA: Improvements include the Gunner’s Primary Sight with possess the lethality, survivability and fightability necessary to defeat
and Protection enhanced thermal imaging capabilities of the new Block I 2nd generation advanced threats well into the future. The Abrams is the Army’s primary
forward-looking infrared (FLIR) technology. Lethality improvements ground combat system.
Engagement include the Stabilized Commander’s Weapon Station and ballistic
solution upgrades for the M829A3 kinetic and the M1028 canister SPECIFICATIONS
rounds. Modifications include Blue Force Tracking, a digital command • Combat weight: M1A1 SA – 67.6 tons; M1A2 SEPv2 – 71.2 tons
ACQUISITION and control system that gives commanders current information • Speed: 42 mph, 30 mph cross-country
LIFECYCLE PHASE about their location relative to friendly forces, and the Power Train • M1A1 SA – 120 mm/40 rounds; M1A2 SEPv2 – 120 mm/42 rounds
Materiel Solution Analysis Improvement and Integration Optimization Program (Total InteGrated • Machine guns: .50 Caliber, 900 rounds, 7.62 mm 11,400 rounds
Engine Revitalization engine and improved transmission), which
Technology Maturation & PROGRAM STATUS
provides more reliability and durability. Survivability improvements
Risk Reduction
include frontal armor and turret side-armor upgrades. • F Y13-FY15: Abrams production of the M1A2 SEPv2 tank
Engineering & Manufacturing continued for both the Active Army and the Army National Guard
Development M1A2 SEPv2: Upgrades include improved survivability, automotive • 2QFY15: Abrams program approved to add the next generation
Production & Deployment power pack, computer systems and night vision capabilities. Lethality FLIR sensor to the Abrams tank fleet
improvements include Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station
Operations & Support PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
and ballistic solution upgrades for the M829A3 kinetic and the M1028
canister rounds. The M1A2 SEPv2 has improved microprocessors, color • F Y16-2QFY17: Abrams production of the M1A2 SEPv2 tank will
flat-panel displays, improved memory capacity, better Soldier-machine be complete
MILESTONE DECISION interface and a new open operating system designed to run the Common • 3 QFY16: Begin the development effort for the next generation FLIR
AUTHORITY Operating Environment software. Both the Gunner’s Primary Sight for the Abrams tank
Defense Acquisition Executive and the Commander’s Independent Thermal Viewer tank include the • 2QFY17-4QFY17: Transitions production of M1A2 SEPv2 to
improved thermal imaging capabilities of the new Block I 2nd generation M1A2 SEPv3 through a “Pilot” program
Army Acquisition Executive
FLIR technology. • 4QFY17: M1A2 SEPv3 program production begins
Program Executive Officer

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Abrams Tank Upgrade

M1A1: Australia, Egypt, Iraq and Morocco
M1A2: Kuwait
M1A2/M1A2S: Saudi Arabia

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics Land Systems
(Sterling Heights, MI)

M1A1 SA

M1A2 SEP v2 M1A2 SEP v3

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AH-64D/E Apache
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The AH-64D/E Apache is the Army’s only heavy attack helicopter for • C ombat mission (maximum) speed: AH-64D – 145 knots;
Mission Command both the current and future force. It can destroy armor, personnel and AH-64E – 164 knots
materiel targets in obscured battlefield conditions. The Apache is a two- • Combat range: 260 nautical miles
Movement and Maneuver engine, four-bladed, tandem-seat attack helicopter with an M230 30 • Combat endurance: 2.5 hours
Intelligence mm cannon, Hydra 70 2.75-inch rockets, laser and Radio Frequency • Maximum gross weight: 20,260 pounds
HELLFIRE missiles. The current fleet consists of both D and E models. • Ordnance: 16 HELLFIRE missiles, 76 2.75-inch rockets, and
Fires
The Apache program is the second-time remanufacture of this combat 1,200 30 mm chain gun rounds
Sustainment system; D models are remanufactured into upgraded E models, which are • Crew: Two (pilot and copilot gunner)
Maneuver Support designed and equipped with an open-systems architecture to incorporate • Rate of Fire: 600-650 rounds per minute
and Protection the latest communications, navigation, sensor and weapon systems.
PROGRAM STATUS
Engagement In the remanufacture process, the Apache receives modifications such • 4QFY14: Successfully completed Follow-on Test and Evaluation
as upgraded forward-looking infrared technology with the Modernized • 1QFY15: MTADS/PNVS Performance Based Logistics III Awarded
Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor • 2QFY15: Awarded Version 6 Development Contract
ACQUISITION (MTADS/PNVS) that provides blended infrared and night vision
LIFECYCLE PHASE capability. The MTADS/PNVS upgrade is a major combat multiplier PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Materiel Solution Analysis for the aircraft. • 2
 QFY16:
›› Production Multiyear Contract Award
Technology Maturation &
The MTADS/PNVS has a new integrated infrared laser allowing easier ›› Version 4 Capability Aircraft Inspected Using Form DD250
Risk Reduction
target designation. The E-model also has Link 16 capability supporting • 4QFY17: Follow-on Test and Evaluation II
Engineering & Manufacturing Joint communications. The updated Fire Control Radar will have the
Development ability to operate in a maritime mode, enabling Apache to be integral
Production & Deployment in all environments. The Manned-Unmanned Teaming ability of the E
model fleet provides Apache crews with the ability to receive unmanned
Operations & Support
aerial systems (UAS) video, control UAS sensors and direct UAS
vehicles. The E-model meets all the requirements for Army and Joint
interoperability goals for the future and will ensure the aircraft remains
MILESTONE DECISION a viable combat multiplier beyond 2035.
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The Apache provides security to ground forces, fixed-based operations
Army Acquisition Executive
and aerial escorts. It can be used to conduct reconnaissance to provide
Program Executive Officer situational awareness. The Apache decisively engages single or multiple
enemy combatants to allow freedom of maneuver and protection.

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Apache
Egypt, Greece, Israel, Kuwait, Netherlands,
Saudi Arabia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates,
Indonesia, Korea, Taiwan, Qatar and Netherlands
Direct commercial sales: Greece, Japan and
United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
Airframe: Boeing (Mesa, AZ)
Major Components: Lockheed Martin (Orlando, FL), Northrop
Grumman (Baltimore, MD), Longbow LLC (Orlando, FL)

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Airborne and Maritime/Fixed Station (AMF)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Airborne and Maritime/Fixed Station (AMF) radios, which are software • 3 QFY12: Received Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition,
Mission Command programmable, multiband, multimode, mobile ad hoc networking Technology and Logistics (USD(AT&L)) direction to close out
radios, provide simultaneous voice, data and video communications. The the AMF Joint Tactical Radio System Development and
Movement and Maneuver radios support the Common Operating Picture, Situational Awareness Demonstration contract
Intelligence and interoperability of Mission Command systems throughout the • 4 QFY12: Received USD(AT&L) direction to pursue an NDI
battlefield. Per Milestone Decision Authority direction, the redefined acquisition approach to meet Army rotary-wing aircraft requirements
Fires
AMF Program will procure radios as Non-Developmental Items (NDI). • 1QFY15: AMF program split to reflect Small Airborne Link 16
Sustainment Terminal and SANR subprograms
Maneuver Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2QFY15: President’s FY16 Budget funds SANR development effort
and Protection AMF radios ensure the Soldier’s ability to communicate both
horizontally and vertically via voice and data within all mission areas. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engagement They also help close capability gaps by extending data networking to • F
 Y16: Acquisition Strategy approved
company-and-below echelons, enabling network services to the platform • 3QFY16: SANR Request for Proposal release
and connecting Army aviation platforms to Army ground and Joint air • FY17: Contract Award expected
ACQUISITION network domains.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS
• M eets size, weight and power restrictions for Army
Technology Maturation &
rotary-wing platforms
Risk Reduction
• Small Airborne Networking Radio (SANR) provides a multi-
Engineering & Manufacturing channel networking radio capable of using Soldier Radio
Development Waveform and Wideband Networking Waveform in addition
Production & Deployment to legacy Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System
capability to interoperate with ground forces for seamless
Operations & Support
connectivity for combat operations
• SANR provides support to all Army rotary-wing platforms, as well as
the Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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AMF
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV)

PEO Ground Combat Systems | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION The Medical Treatment variant includes room for four crew, one litter
FUNCTION The Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) is the replacement for the patient, and a patient treatment table.
Mission Command M113 Family of Vehicles (FoV) within the Armored Brigade Combat
Team (ABCT), comprising approximately 30 percent of its tracked BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Movement and Maneuver vehicle fleet. The AMPV provides significant capability improvement over the M113
Intelligence FoV in force protection, survivability, mobility and power generation to
The General Purpose variant accommodates two crew, six passengers, is incorporate the Army’s inbound network and other future technologies.
Fires
reconfigurable to carry one litter, mount crew served weapon, integrates
Sustainment two Joint Tactical Radio System Handheld, Manpack and Small Form SPECIFICATIONS
Maneuver Support Fit (HMS) or two Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System •  eight: 75,000-80,000 pounds
W
and Protection (SINCGARS), Vehicle Intercom (VIC)-3, Driver’s Vision Enhancer • Sustained speed: 34-38 mph
(DVE), Duke v3, and Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below • Acceleration (0-30 mph): 24 seconds
Engagement (FBCB2)/Blue Force Tracker (BFT). • Cruising range (at 30 mph): 225 miles
• Weapons: Hosts M249, M240, M2 or MK-19; 120 mm mortar
The Mortar Carrier variant accommodates two crew, two mortar crew,
ACQUISITION a mounted 120 mm mortar, 69 rounds of 120 mm ammunition, two PROGRAM STATUS
LIFECYCLE PHASE HMS radios, a SINCGARS radio, VIC-3, DVE, Duke v3, FBCB2/BFT • 1
 QFY13: Engineering and Manufacturing (EMD) Development
Materiel Solution Analysis and M95 Mortar Fire Control System. Requests for Proposal Defense Acquisition Board (DAB)
• 1QFY15:
Technology Maturation &
The Mission Command variant is the cornerstone of the Army’s ABCT ›› Milestone B DAB
Risk Reduction
Network Modernization Strategy. It takes advantage of increased size, ›› EMD Contract Award
Engineering & Manufacturing weight, power and cooling limitations and provides a significant increase • 2QFY15: System Requirements Review
Development in Command, Control, Communications and Computer capability. The • 3QFY15: Preliminary Design Review
Production & Deployment variant accommodates a driver and commander and two workstation • 4QFY15: Integrated Baseline Review
operators, and its red side Network provides full Tactical Command
Operations & Support PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Post capabilities at brigade and battalion levels.
• 3
 QFY16: Critical Design Review
The Medical Evacuation variant includes room for three crew, six • 1QFY17:
MILESTONE DECISION ambulatory patients or four litter patients or three ambulatory and two ›› Coupon/Ballistic Hull Deliveries
AUTHORITY litter patients, two integrated HMS radios, VIC-3, DVE, DUKE v3, ›› First Prototype Delivery
Defense Acquisition Executive FBCB2/BFT and the storage for Medical Equipment Sets. • 3QFY17: Production Prove Out and Live Fire Testing Initiated
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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AMPV
None

CONTRACTORS
Prime: BAE Systems (York, PA)

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Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense

(AIAMD)
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (AIAMD) will enable • 1
 QFY13: AIAMD Participation in Network Integration
Mission Command the integration of modular components (current and future Air and Evaluation 13.1
Missile Defense (AMD) sensors, weapons and Mission Command • 1QFY14: AIAMD Demonstration
Movement and Maneuver (MC) technologies with a common MC capability in a networked and • 2QFY14: IAMD Battle Command System Immersion Day at
Intelligence distributed plug-and-fight architecture. This common MC, called the Pentagon
the Integrated AMD Battle Command System (IBCS), will provide • 1QFY15: AIAMD Acquisition Program Baseline Update
Fires
standard configurations and capabilities at each echelon. This allows • 3QFY15: First Live Fire Flight Test
Sustainment Joint, interagency, intergovernmental and multinational AMD forces • 4QFY15: New Equipment Training
Maneuver Support to organize based on mission, enemy, terrain and weather, available
and Protection time, troops and support available, and civil considerations. Shelters and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
vehicles may be added to enable broader missions and a wider span of • 2
 QFY16: Limited User Test
Engagement control executed at higher echelons. • 4QFY16: Milestone C
• 3QFY17: First Unit Equipped
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
ACQUISITION The plug-and-fight architecture and common MC system will enable
LIFECYCLE PHASE dynamic defense design for the warfighter and provide the capability
Materiel Solution Analysis for interdependent, network-centric operations to the supported force
scheme of operations and maneuver. This architecture will enable
Technology Maturation &
extended range and nonline-of-sight engagements across the full
Risk Reduction
spectrum of aerial threats. It will mitigate coverage gaps and single
Engineering & Manufacturing points of failure as well as reduce manpower, enhance training, and
Development reduce operation and support costs.
Production & Deployment
SPECIFICATIONS
Operations & Support
• F
 amily of Medium Tactical Vehicles mounted MC shelter with
Integrated Collaborative Environment Tent and trailer mounted
support system
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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AIAMD
None

CONTRACTORS
IBCS Development: Northrop Grumman
(Huntsville, AL)
A-Kit Design and Development: Raytheon
(Andover, MA; Tewksbury, MA)
SETA Support: Intrepid (Huntsville, AL)

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Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives

(ACWA)
PEO Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

FUNCTION Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (ACWA) enhances national ACWA eliminates stockpile storage costs and will allow for reallocation
Mission Command security by destroying chemical weapons stockpiles in a safe and of funding to support high-priority programs that protect the warfighter.
environmentally compliant manner at the U.S. Army Pueblo Chemical
Movement and Maneuver Depot (PCD) in Pueblo, CO, and Blue Grass Army Depot (BGAD) in SPECIFICATIONS
Intelligence Richmond, KY. PCAPP:
• Destroys Mustard Agent in 4.2-inch mortar rounds and 105 mm
Fires
Established by Congressional legislation in 1996, Program Executive and 155 mm projectiles
Sustainment Office, Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (PEO ACWA) • Operational Concept: Neutralization followed by Biotreatment
Maneuver Support reports directly to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, BGCAPP:
and Protection Technology and Logistics through the Assistant Secretary of Defense • Destroys GB, VX and Mustard Agent in 8-inch and 155 mm
for Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Defense Programs. PEO ACWA projectiles and M55 rockets
Engagement is responsible for destruction of the chemical weapons stockpiles located • Operational Concept: Neutralization followed by Supercritical
at PCD and BGAD. Water Oxidation

ACQUISITION PEO ACWA is specifically responsible for managing the construction, PROGRAM STATUS
LIFECYCLE PHASE systemization, operation and closure, and any contracting related to the • 1QFY13: PCAPP construction complete
Materiel Solution Analysis Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP) and the Blue • 2QFY15: PCAPP Explosive Destruction System Operations began
Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP). The PCAPP • 3QFY15: BGCAPP Static Detonation Chamber (SDC) Factory
Technology Maturation &
is scheduled to begin main plant operations in 2016. A separate facility, Acceptance Test successfully completed
Risk Reduction
the PCAPP Explosive Destruction System, is currently destroying a small
Engineering & Manufacturing quantity of munitions that cannot be processed by the plant’s automated PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development systems. Additionally, systemization is underway at the BGCAPP, where • 3
 QFY16: PCAPP Destruction Operations begin
Production & Deployment construction is substantially complete. • 4QFY17: BGCAPP SDC Operations begin
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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ACWA
None

CONTRACTORS
PCAPP: Bechtel National, Inc. (Reston, VA)
BGCAPP: Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass, Joint
Venture (Richmond, KY)
Bechtel National, Inc. (Reston, VA)
Parsons Government Services, Inc. (Pasadena, CA)

BGCAPP

PCAPP

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Black Hawk UH/HH-60

PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Black Hawk UH/HH-60 is the Army’s utility tactical transport
UH-60A UH-60L/V UH-60M
Mission Command helicopter. It provides air assault, general support, aeromedical
evacuation, command and control, and special operations support to Max Gross Weight (Pounds) 20,250 22,000 22,000
Movement and Maneuver combat, stability and support operations. This versatile Black Hawk Cruise Speed (Knots) 149 150 152
Intelligence helicopter has enhanced the Army’s overall mobility due to dramatic
improvement in troop and cargo lift capacity. It will serve as the Army’s Rate of Climb (Feet/Minute) 814 1,315 1,646
Fires
utility helicopter in the Future Force. There are multiple versions of the Engines (Two each) GE-700 GE-701C GE-701D
Sustainment UH-60 Black Hawk, including the UH-60M and the UH-60V.
External Load (Pounds) 8,000 8,000 9,000
Maneuver Support
and Protection The UH-60M includes the improved GE-701D engine and provides Internal Load (Pounds) 2,640 2,640 3,190
greater cruising speed, rate of climb and internal load than the UH-60A Crew Two pilots, two crew chiefs
Engagement and UH-60L versions. The Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) version
of the UH-60M, the HH-60M, includes an integrated MEDEVAC Armament Two 7.62 mm machine guns
Mission Equipment Package kit, providing day, night and adverse
ACQUISITION weather emergency evacuation of casualties.
LIFECYCLE PHASE PROGRAM STATUS
Materiel Solution Analysis The UH-60V is designed to update the existing UH-60L analog U H-60V:
architecture to a digital infrastructure, enabling the upgraded aircraft • 3QFY13: Materiel Development Decision
Technology Maturation &
to have a similar Pilot-Vehicle Interface and commonality of training as • 2QFY14: Milestone B
Risk Reduction
the UH-60M. • 4QFY14: Engineering & Manufacturing
Engineering & Manufacturing Development Contract Award
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 3QFY15: Preliminary Design Review
Production & Deployment On the asymmetric battlefield, the Black Hawk enables commanders to • 4QFY15: Critical Design Review
get to the fight quicker and to mass effects throughout the battlespace UH/HH-60M:
Operations & Support
across the full spectrum of conflict. A single Black Hawk can transport an • Through FY15: Fielded 691 UH-60M to Active Army, Reserve
entire 11-person, fully equipped infantry squad faster than a predecessor and the National Guard
system in most weather conditions. The aircraft’s critical components
MILESTONE DECISION and systems are armored or redundant, and its airframe is designed to PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
AUTHORITY crush progressively on impact to protect crew and passengers. The UH- U H/HH-60M:
Defense Acquisition Executive 60M and the UH-60V are a digital networked platform with greater • Current: Multiyear IX Contract Award
range and lift to support maneuver commanders through air assault, UH-60V:
Army Acquisition Executive
command and control, general support and aeromedical evacuation. • 2QFY17: First Flight
Program Executive Officer

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UH/HH-60
UH-60L: Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia
and Thailand
UH-60M: Bahrain, Jordan, Mexico, United Arab
Emirates, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia and Thailand

CONTRACTORS
UH/HH-60M: Sikorsky (Stratford, CT)
701-Series Engine: General Electric (Lynn, MA)
UH-60V: U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research Development
and Engineering Center (AMRDEC) Prototype Integration
Facility (PIF), Redstone Defense Systems (RDS) (Huntsville, AL)

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Bradley Fighting Vehicle Systems (BFVS)

PEO Ground Combat Systems | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Bradley Fighting Vehicle Systems (BFVS) M2A3 Infantry Fighting • S peed: 40 mph
Mission Command Vehicle (IFV) features two second-generation, forward-looking • Range: 250 miles
infrared sensors, one in the Improved Bradley Acquisition Subsystem • Payload: 6,000 pounds
Movement and Maneuver and another in the Commander’s Independent Viewer. These provide • Vehicle Weapons: 25 mm, Tube-Launched, Optically Tracked,
Intelligence “hunter-killer target handoff” capability with ballistic fire control. The Wireless-Guided Missiles II, 7.62 mm
Bradley A3 also has embedded diagnostics and an Integrated Combat • M2/M3A3 mean miles between failure required/actual:
Fires
Command and Control (IC3) digital communications suite hosting a 400/681 miles
Sustainment Force XXI Battle Command Brigade-and-Below package with digital • Deployable Aircraft: C-17, C-5
Maneuver Support maps, messages and friend-or-foe information. These systems provide
and Protection the vehicle with increased shared battlefield situational awareness. The PROGRAM STATUS
Bradley’s position navigation with Global Positioning Systems, inertial • 2QFY15: M3 to M2 conversions
Engagement navigation and enhanced squad situational awareness includes a squad • 3QFY15: Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) 1 Suspension
leader display integrated into vehicle digital images and IC3. Upgrade in production

ACQUISITION The Bradley Fire Support Team (BFIST) vehicle is the “Eyes of the PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE Artillery.” Using state-of-the-art long-range sensors, BFIST can acquire, • 3QFY16: ECP2b Lethality Upgrade begins
Materiel Solution Analysis identify, track and designate targets while mounted and under armor, • 4
 QFY16: Establish Bradley M2 as baseline configuration for
enhancing crew survivability. BFIST is assigned to the Armored Infantry/Calvary Fighting Vehicle (IFV/CFV) roles
Technology Maturation &
Reconnaissance Battalion and Combined Arms Battalions of the • FY16-17: ECP2 Network Upgrade Testing
Risk Reduction
Armored Brigade Combat Team. • 2QFY17: Completion of M3 to M2 conversion
Engineering & Manufacturing • FY17: ECP2 Network Upgrade Production Decision planned
Development The M3A3 Cavalry Fighting Vehicle (CFV) is undergoing a conversion • Through FY21: ECP1 Suspension Upgrade continues
Production & Deployment to the M2A3 IFV variant. This will reduce the sustainment footprint
for the fleet and enhance Soldier proficiency and operational utility in
Operations & Support
the field.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

MILESTONE DECISION The Bradley Fighting vehicle ensures warfighters can continue to
AUTHORITY maintain combat overmatch capability.
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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BFVS
Saudi Arabia

CONTRACTORS
BAE Systems (York, PA; Santa Clara, CA)
L-3 Communications (Muskegon, MI)

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CH-47F Chinook
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The CH-47F Chinook is the Army’s only heavy-lift cargo helicopter • 3QFY13: Cargo On/Off Handling System (COOLS)
Mission Command supporting combat and other critical operations. The CH-47F has a Retrofit initiated
suite of improved features such as an upgraded digital cockpit featuring • 4QFY13: Multiyear II contract award
Movement and Maneuver the Common Avionics Architecture System, a new monolithic airframe • 4QFY14:
Intelligence with vibration reduction, and the Digital Automatic Flight Control ›› COOLS delivered on production aircraft
System, which provides coupled controllability for operations in ›› Cargo Platform Health Environment delivered on
Fires
adverse environments (reduced visibility, brown out, high winds). The production aircraft
Sustainment CH-47F’s common cockpit enables multiservice digital compatibility
and interoperability for improved situational awareness, mission PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection performance and survivability, as well as future growth potential. The • 1QFY17: Improved Vibration Control System delivered on
CH-47F can lift intra-theater payloads up to 16,000 pounds in high/ production aircraft
Engagement hot environments. • 4QFY17: Delivery of 400th Chinook

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

ACQUISITION The CH-47F tactically transports forces and associated equipment
LIFECYCLE PHASE and provides routine aerial sustainment of maneuver forces. Secondary
Materiel Solution Analysis missions the Chinook executes to support Soldiers and commanders
include: medical evacuation, search and rescue, parachute drops, disaster
Technology Maturation &
relief and aircraft recovery.
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing SPECIFICATIONS
Development •  mpty aircraft weight: 24,578 pounds
E
Production & Deployment • Maximum gross weight: 50,000 pounds
• Maximum cruise speed: 160 knots
Operations & Support
• Capacity: 36 (33 troops plus 3 crew)
• Litter capacity: 24
• Sling-load capacity: 26,000 pounds center hook; 17,000 pounds
MILESTONE DECISION forward/aft hook; 25,000 pounds tandem
AUTHORITY • Minimum crew: 3 (pilot, copilot and flight engineer)
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CH-47F Chinook
Australia, United Arab Emirates, Turkey
and Netherlands

CONTRACTORS
Aircraft and Recap: Boeing (Philadelphia, PA)
Engine: Honeywell (Phoenix, AZ)
Software: Rockwell Collins (Cedar Rapids, IA)
Engine Controls: Goodrich (Danbury, CT)

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Common Missile Warning System (CMWS), Laser Detection System (LDS),
Radar Warning Receiver (RWR), Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures
(ATIRCM) and Common Infrared Countermeasure (CIRCM) Programs
PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Common Missile Warning System (CMWS) and Advanced Threat Threat detection systems:
Mission Command Infrared Countermeasures (ATIRCM) system integrates defensive • CMWS detects threats in the ultraviolet spectrum, warns pilots
infrared (IR) countermeasures capabilities into existing, current- and deploys flares to counter threat
Movement and Maneuver generation aircraft to engage and defeat IR-guided missile threats. • The Laser Detection System detects laser-guided threats and
Intelligence warns pilots
The Army operational requirements concept for IR countermeasures • The Radar Warning Receiver detects Radio Frequency (RF)-
Fires
systems is the Suite of Integrated Infrared Countermeasures (SIIRCM). emitting and RF-guided threats, and warns pilots
Sustainment The CMWS and ATIRCM programs form the core element of SIIRCM. Threat defeat systems:
Maneuver Support CMWS can function as a stand-alone system with the capability to • CIRCM system, the next generation lightweight laser-based system,
and Protection detect missiles and provide audible and visual warnings to pilots. defeats IR-guided MANPAD threats
When installed with the Advanced IRCM Munitions and improved • ATIRCM, the legacy laser-based infrared countermeasure system,
Engagement countermeasure dispensers, it activates expendables to decoy and defeat is fielded only to the CH-47F fleet due to its size, weight and
IR-guided missiles. power requirements

ACQUISITION ATIRCM protects crews and aircraft from advanced threat Man PROGRAM STATUS
LIFECYCLE PHASE Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) until CIRCM is fielded. • 4QFY13: Integrated onto select fixed-wing platforms
Materiel Solution Analysis • Current: All aircraft deployed in support of contingency operations
The CIRCM program of record is entering Engineering & equipped with CMWS prior to deployment; now fielding
Technology Maturation &
Manufacturing Development (EMD) and is being developed to replace Generation 3 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and Missile Warning
Risk Reduction
ATIRCM. CIRCM will be lighter weight and more reliable, and have Algorithms for all aircraft
Engineering & Manufacturing more affordable lifecycle costs. It is also designed to operate with
Development CMWS and future missile warning systems to provide protection for PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Production & Deployment rotary-wing, tiltrotor and small fixed-wing aircraft across DoD. • F Y16-FY17:
›› CIRCM Milestone (MS) B Acquisition Decision Milestone signed
Operations & Support BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER and EMD contract awarded for the EMD phase effort
MANPADS are proliferated worldwide and pose a strategic threat to ›› ATIRCM: Continue fielding to CH-47D/F; MS C re-approved;
all DoD rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircraft. Threat detection sensors ATIRCM continues as the Army’s most advanced Aircraft
MILESTONE DECISION are the first step in the detection-and-defeat engagement sequence. Survivability Equipment system designed to protect Army
AUTHORITY Improving sensor capability and exploiting new sensor technology aircrews from advanced MANPADS
Defense Acquisition Executive translates into seeing the threat sooner and at greater distances, buying ›› CMWS: Continue fielding Generation 3 ECU
more time for the warfighter to successfully engage with an effective • 2QFY18: CIRCM: MS C
Army Acquisition Executive
countermeasure solution. The combination of CIRCM and flares helps
Program Executive Officer provide a tiered defense for DoD aircraft.

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CMWS, LDS, RWR, ATIRCM, CIRCM

CMWS: United Kingdom, Egypt, Tunisia, Jordan,
Korea, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia

CONTRACTORS
ATIRCM and CMWS: BAE Systems
(Nashua, NH)
CIRCM: Northrop Grumman (Rolling
Meadows, IL)
Logistics Support: LogiCore (Huntsville, AL)
Programmatic Support: Wyle’s CAS Group (Huntsville, AL)
System Engineering Support: Computer Sciences Corp. (CSC) (Huntsville, AL)
Software Configuration Management Support: CGI Federal (Huntsville, AL), Wavelink
(Huntsville, AL)
CMWS-GTRI E2E Data Analysis/SIL Development: Georgia Tech Applied Research Corp.
(Atlanta, GA)
Test Support Data Analysis: Penta Research, Inc. (Huntsville, AL)
UH-60A/L P31 Upgrade: Rockwell Collins (Cedar Rapids, IA)
Engineering/Tech Production Support: Intuitive Research and Technology Corp. (Huntsville, AL)
Open Architecture Translator System (OATS): David H. Pollock Consultants (Eatontown, NJ)

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Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station

(CROWS)
PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) • 4 QFY14:
Mission Command is a stabilized mount that contains a sensor suite and fire control ›› Full Materiel Release (FMR) for CROWS on Mine Resistant
software, allowing on-the-move target acquisition and first-burst target Ambush Protected All-Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV)
Movement and Maneuver engagement. CROWS also features programmable target reference ›› FMR for CROWS on Family of Medium
Intelligence points for multiple locations, programmable sector surveillance Tactical Vehicles
scanning, automatic target ballistic lead, automatic target tracking, and ›› Transition to Organic Field Support
Fires
programmable no-fire zones. • 2QFY15: FMR on Special Operations Forces M-ATV
Sustainment • 4QFY15:
Maneuver Support Future enhancements include integration of other weapons, escalation- ›› CROWS/Javelin Safety Confirmation approved
and Protection of-force systems, sniper detection, integrated 360-degree situational ›› CROWS Low Profile testing conducted on M1A2
awareness, increased weapon elevation and commander’s display. • 1QFY16: CROWS Increment 2 Capability Development
Engagement Document approved
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
CROWS allows the warfighter to remotely engage targets with precision PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION fire while on the move or stationary to the maximum effective range • 2
 QFY16: Low Profile CROWS production decision
LIFECYCLE PHASE of the weapon. Capable of target engagement under day and night • 4QFY17: Transition to organic depot support
Materiel Solution Analysis conditions, the CROWS sensor suite includes a daytime video camera,
thermal camera and laser rangefinder. CROWS is designed to mount
Technology Maturation &
on any tactical vehicle and supports the MK19 Grenade Machine Gun,
Risk Reduction
M2 .50 Caliber Machine Gun, M240B Machine Gun and M249 Squad
Engineering & Manufacturing Automatic Weapon.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
• I nteroperable with the MK19, M2, M240B, M249 and
Operations & Support
Javelin systems
• Camera: 27x zoom, 47-degree field of view (FOV) (day)
• Thermal: 2x zoom, 3 degrees and 11 degrees dual FOV (night)
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CROWS
None

CONTRACTORS
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace (Johnstown, PA)

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Distributed Common Ground System – Army

(DCGS-A) Increment 1
PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION weather, geospatial and space data, and evaluate technical data and
FUNCTION The Distributed Common Ground System – Army (DCGS-A) is a information. DCGS-A leverages commercial products, creating a level
Mission Command system of systems that integrated nine legacy stovepiped intelligence playing field for industry through an open architecture design. DCGS-A
systems programs into one that gives commanders the ability to task is capable of multi-intelligence processing and is built to intelligence
Movement and Maneuver battlespace sensors and receive intelligence information from multiple community framework standards.
Intelligence sources on the battlefield. DCGS-A contributes to visualization and
situational awareness, thereby enhancing tactical maneuver, maximizing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Fires
combat power and enhancing the ability to operate in an unpredictable DCGS-A Increment 1 connects Soldiers to multiple Joint intelligence,
Sustainment and changing environment throughout the operational spectrum. surveillance and reconnaissance platforms and sensors, the Intelligence
Maneuver Support Community, and other services and Army Mission Command systems.
and Protection DCGS-A consists of both software and hardware. Hardware includes It gives commanders the ability to view intelligence, surveillance
user laptops and desktops, fixed, portable and vehicle-mounted servers, and reconnaissance information in one place. It also integrates that
Engagement and ground stations to receive, share and store collected intelligence. information into tools that can support intelligence development.
Software tools allow users to select and pull from DCGS-A’s 700-plus
data sources, perform analysis and share intelligence products generated SPECIFICATIONS
ACQUISITION from that analysis. • Intelligence Fusion Server
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Portable Multifunctional Workstation
Materiel Solution Analysis DCGS-A supports the intelligence warfighting function to assist the • Fixed Multifunctional Workstation
commander’s visualization and understanding of the threat and other • Cross Domain Solution Suite
Technology Maturation &
relevant aspects of the operational environment. The system assists • Tactical Intelligence Ground Station
Risk Reduction
in the application of the intelligence core competencies (intelligence • Geospatial Intelligence Work Station
Engineering & Manufacturing synchronization, intelligence operations and intelligence analysis) • Operational Intelligence Ground Station
Development through the ability to apply the intelligence process and to leverage the • Intelligence Processing Center V1 and V2
Production & Deployment intelligence enterprise. DCGS-A is the Army’s cornerstone intelligence
system for sensor tasking, processing, exploitation and dissemination at PROGRAM STATUS
Operations & Support
all echelons, and provides unprecedented, timely, relevant and accurate • 1QFY13: DCGS-A Increment 1, Release 1 Full
data to Soldiers up to the TS/SCI level. Deployment Decision
• 3QFY15: DCGS-A Increment 1, Release 2 Follow on Test
MILESTONE DECISION The Army produces and fields DCGS-A capability on various hardware and Evaluation
AUTHORITY platforms using consolidated releases. DCGS-A’s modular, open systems • 1QFY16: DCGS-A Increment 1, Release 2 Fielding Decision
Defense Acquisition Executive architecture allows rapid adaptation to changing mission circumstances.
As an analyst toolset, the system enables the user to collaborate, PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Army Acquisition Executive
synchronize and integrate organic and nonorganic collection elements • 2
 QFY16: Increment 1, Release 2 Fielding
Program Executive Officer with operations; as the intelligence component supporting the operation,
DCGS-A can discover and use all relevant threat, noncombatant,

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DCGS-A Inc. I
None

CONTRACTORS
Lockheed Martin (Denver, CO)
General Dynamics (Scottsdale, AZ)
ViaTech Systems, Inc. (Eatontown, NJ)
MITRE (Eatontown, NJ)
Textron/OverWatch Systems (Austin, TX)
Booz Allen Hamilton (Eatontown, NJ)
Raytheon (Garland, TX)
NetApp (Sunnyvale, CA)
VMware (Palo Alto, CA)
Esri (Redlands, CA)
Tucson Embedded Systems (Tucson, AZ)
L3 Communications (Tempe, AZ)
Dell (Austin, TX)
Potomac Fusion (Austin, TX)
Redhat (Raleigh, NC)
IBM (Armonk, NY)
HP (Palo Alto, CA)
Leidos (Reston, VA)
ManTech (Fairfax, VA)

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Distributed Common Ground System – Army

(DCGS-A) Increment 2
PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Distributed Common Ground System – Army (DCGS-A) • Intelligence Fusion Server/Tactical Server Infrastructure
Mission Command Increment 2 gives commanders the ability to task battlespace sensors to • Portable Multifunctional Workstation
receive intelligence information from multiple sources on the battlefield. • Fixed Multifunctional Workstation
Movement and Maneuver DCGS-A contributes to visualization and situational awareness, thereby • Cross Domain Solution Suite
Intelligence enhancing tactical maneuver, maximizing combat power and enhancing • Tactical Intelligence Ground Station
the ability to operate in an unpredictable and changing environment. • Geospatial Intelligence Work Station
Fires
• Intelligence Processing Center Versions 1, 2 and 3
Sustainment DCGS-A is the Army’s cornerstone intelligence system for sensor • Operational Intelligence Ground Station
Maneuver Support Tasking, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination. DCGS-A
and Protection provides unprecedented timely, relevant and accurate data to Soldiers up PROGRAM STATUS
to the Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information level. • F Y15: Program Initiation
Engagement • 3QFY15: Materiel Development Decision
DCGS-A Increment 2 will deliver enhanced visualization, analytical • 1QFY16: Increment 2 Development Request for Proposal Release
tools and data integration, cyber analytics incorporation, and emerging Decision Defense Acquisition Board
ACQUISITION cyber security considerations. It will also enable further compliance with
LIFECYCLE PHASE common standards and environments across DoD and the Intelligence PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Materiel Solution Analysis Community (IC). • 4
 QFY16:
›› Milestone B, Engineering & Manufacturing
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER Development Decision
Risk Reduction
DCGS-A Increment 2 will continue to connect Soldiers to Army mission ›› Increment 2 Contract Award
Engineering & Manufacturing command systems, Joint intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance
Development capabilities (ISR), and the IC. It will give commanders the ability to
Production & Deployment view ISR information in one place. It will also improve integration
of information into tools that can support the development of
Operations & Support
intelligence products.

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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DCGS-A Inc. 2
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Excalibur Precision 155 mm Projectiles

PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION is proven compatible with M777, M109A6 and M109A7 Howitzers when
FUNCTION Excalibur (XM982, M982 and M982A1) is a 155 mm, Global firing Modular Artillery Charge System (MACS) propellant.
Mission Command Positioning System (GPS)-guided, extended-range artillery projectile in
use as the Army’s next-generation cannon artillery precision munition. BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Movement and Maneuver It provides improved fire support to the maneuver force commander, The Excalibur projectile enables the Soldier to service a precisely located
Intelligence increases lethality and reduces collateral damage. The target, platform target with first-round effects, denying the enemy the ability to take
location and GPS-specific data are entered into the projectile’s mission protective measures or flee the area. Due to the precision achieved and
Fires
computer through an Enhanced Portable Inductive Artillery Fuse relatively limited damage radius, Excalibur allows engagement of targets
Sustainment Setter. Excalibur uses a jam-resistant internal GPS receiver to update within close proximity.
Maneuver Support the inertial navigation system, providing precision in-flight guidance
and Protection and dramatically improving accuracy of less than 2 meters miss distance SPECIFICATIONS
regardless of range. Excalibur has three fuse options (point-detonation, • M aximum range from U.S. 39 Caliber Howitzers with Zone 5
Engagement point-detonation-delay and height-of-burst) and is employable in all MACS: 39.3 km
weather conditions and terrain. Excalibur’s capability allows for first- • Minimum Range from U.S. 39 Caliber Howitzers with Zone 3
round effects on target while simultaneously minimizing the number of MACS: 8.7 km
ACQUISITION rounds required to engage targets and minimizing collateral damage. • Precision achieved: less than 2 meters
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Fuse modes: point-detonation, point-detonation-delay, and
Materiel Solution Analysis The program is using an incremental approach to provide a combat height-of-burst
capability to the Soldier as quickly as possible, and to deliver advanced
Technology Maturation & PROGRAM STATUS
capabilities and lower costs as technology matures. The initial variant
Risk Reduction
(XM982 Increment 1A-1) includes a unitary high-explosive warhead • 2QFY15-4QFY15: M982A1 (Increment 1B) in production; 1,388
Engineering & Manufacturing capable of penetrating urban structures and is also effective against items delivered to inventory
Development personnel and light materiel targets. Increment 1A-2 (M982) provides
Production & Deployment increased range (up to 37.5 km) and reliability improvements. The third PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
variant (M982A1 Increment 1B) maintains performance and capabilities • 1
 QFY16-3QFY16: M982A1 (Increment 1B) in production; 1,052
Operations & Support
while reducing unit cost and increasing reliability. Excalibur is designed items to be delivered to inventory
for fielding to the Lightweight 155 mm Howitzer (M777A2), the 155 • 3QFY16: M982A1 (Increment 1B) production completed
mm M109A6 Self-Propelled Howitzer (Paladin), M109A7 Paladin
MILESTONE DECISION Integrated Management and the Swedish Archer Howitzer. Excalibur is
AUTHORITY an international cooperative program with Sweden, which contributes
Defense Acquisition Executive resources toward development in accordance with established cooperative
development and production agreements.
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer The Army and Marine Corps are Excalibur-capable with Increments 1A-1
and 1A-2, and the Army is capable with Increment 1B as well. The system

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Excalibur
Four countries—names for official use only and
not for public disclosure

CONTRACTORS
Raytheon (Tucson, AZ with work also performed
in Farmington, NM and Plymouth, UK)

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Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) is a system of  MTV A1 Cargo
L
Mission Command strategically deployable vehicles that performs general resupply, • Payload: 5,000 pounds
ammunition resupply, maintenance and recovery, and engineer support • Towed load: 12,000 pounds
Movement and Maneuver missions. It serves as weapon systems platforms for combat, combat • Engine: Caterpillar, 6-cylinder diesel, 275 horsepower
Intelligence support and combat service support units in a tactical environment. • Transmission: Automatic Allison Transmission
• Drive: 4x4 (4-wheel drive)
Fires
The Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV) has a 2.5-ton capacity MTV A1 Cargo
Sustainment (cargo, van and chassis models) and a companion trailer. The Medium • Payload: 10,000 pounds
Maneuver Support Tactical Vehicle (MTV) has a 5-ton capacity (cargo; long wheelbase • Towed load: 21,000 pounds
and Protection cargo with and without materiel handling equipment; tractor; van; • Engine: Caterpillar, 6-cylinder diesel, 330 horsepower
wrecker; 8.8-ton Load Handling System (LHS); 8.8-ton LHS trailer and • Transmission: Automatic Allison Transmission
Engagement 10-ton dump truck models). Three truck variants and two companion • Drive: 4x4
trailers, with the same payload capacity as their prime movers, provide
airdrop capability. MTV also serves as the platform for the High PROGRAM STATUS
ACQUISITION Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and resupply vehicle for • F Y13-FY15: Production and Deployment
LIFECYCLE PHASE PATRIOT and HIMARS. MTV operates worldwide in all weather and
Materiel Solution Analysis terrain conditions. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
• F Y16-FY17: Continue production and fielding to replace losses and
Technology Maturation &
FMTV incorporates a vehicle data bus and Class V interactive electronic modernize the fleet
Risk Reduction
technical manual, significantly lowering operating and support costs.
Engineering & Manufacturing Units are equipped with FMTV at more than 68 locations worldwide.
Development The newest armored version, the Long Term Armor Strategy (LTAS)
Production & Deployment A-Cabs, are in production and being fielded. The LTAS B-Kit, modern
armor designed to be installed on armor-capable vehicles, is also available.
Operations & Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
FMTV enhances crew survivability through the use of armor-capable
MILESTONE DECISION cabs, three-point seat belts, automatic braking systems and central
AUTHORITY tire inflation capability. FMTV enhances tactical mobility and is
Defense Acquisition Executive strategically deployable in C-5, C-17 and C-130 aircraft. It reduces
the Army’s logistical footprint by providing commonality of parts and
Army Acquisition Executive
components, reduced maintenance downtime, high reliability and a
Program Executive Officer high operational readiness rate for the warfighter.

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FMTV
Afghanistan, Canada, Djibouti, Greece, Iraq,
Jordan, Macedonia, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan,
Thailand and United Arab Emirates

CONTRACTORS
Prime: Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI)
Axles: Meritor (Troy, MI)
Transmission: Allison Transmission (Indianapolis, IN)
Engine: Caterpillar Inc. (Greenville, SC)

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General Fund Enterprise Business Systems

(GFEBS)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION General Fund Enterprise Business Systems (GFEBS), the Army’s new GFEBS Increment 2 will:
Mission Command Web-enabled financial, asset and accounting management system, • Improve the Army’s business processes, allow for full-cost reporting
was the first enterprise resource planning (ERP) structure to fully of the Army’s outputs (products and services), and create an
Movement and Maneuver deploy within the Department of the Army. The system standardizes, auditable trail
Intelligence streamlines and shares critical data across the Active Army, the Army • Accommodate emerging requirements for enhanced financial
National Guard and the Army Reserve. This commercial off-the- integration, Army single-labor time tracking and environmental and
Fires
shelf ERP solution develops, acquires, integrates, deploys and sustains integrated resource management
Sustainment enterprisewide financial and procurement management capabilities to • Provide additional capability and improve automated integration
Maneuver Support support the Army’s current and future missions. of financial data, enhance business process efficiencies,
and Protection increase interoperability and maintain auditability through these
Moving forward, GFEBS plans on negotiating roles and responsibilities emerging requirements
Engagement with the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management
and Comptroller by identifying subject-matter experts on business- PROGRAM STATUS
process-related issues; working with users to address issues; analyzing • F Y13-FY15:
ACQUISITION business processes, system or training problems; and proposing changes ›› Quarterly releases and updates since Full Deployment in 2012
LIFECYCLE PHASE to Tier II Support. GFEBS will also review cost estimates to right- ›› Ongoing audit readiness preparation
Materiel Solution Analysis size sustainment and will support the maturation of the Functional ›› Maintained 98 percent availability
Governance Board process. • 4QFY15: Completed seventh successful year-end closeout
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engineering & Manufacturing GFEBS provides financial, asset and accounting management across • 3
 QFY16: Recompete Increment 1 system integrator contract
Development the Army. • TBD: Increment 2 Materiel Development Decision
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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GFEBS
None

CONTRACTORS
Accenture Federal Services (Reston, VA)
Connected Logistics, Inc. (Springfield, VA)
LMI Consulting (McLean, VA)
The MITRE Corp. (McLean, VA)

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Global Combat Support System – Army

(GCSS-Army)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Global Combat Support System – Army (GCSS-Army) is one program • R eplaces five logistics Standard Army Management Information
Mission Command with two components. The first component, GCSS-Army Enterprise Systems in tactical units and will establish an interface/integration
Resource Planning (ERP) Solution, is an automated information system with applicable C2 and Joint systems
Movement and Maneuver that serves as the primary tactical logistics enabler supporting Army and • Serves as the primary enabler to satisfy the Army’s vision of a
Intelligence Joint transformation for sustainment. The program re-engineers current technologically advanced ERP that manages the flow of logistics,
business processes to achieve end-to-end logistics and integration with resources and information to meet the Army’s modernization
Fires
applicable command and control (C2) and Joint systems. requirements
Sustainment • A ESIP integrates Army business functions by providing a single
Maneuver Support The second component, Army Enterprise Systems Integration Program source for enterprise hub services, business intelligence and analytics,
and Protection (AESIP), formerly known as Product Lifecycle Management Plus, and centralized master data management across the business domain
integrates Army business functions by providing a single source for
Engagement enterprise hub services, master data and business intelligence. GCSS- PROGRAM STATUS
Army uses commercial off-the-shelf ERP software products to support • 4QFY13: Full Deployment Decision received
rapid force projection in the battlefield functional areas of arming, • 1QFY16: Wave 1 fielding completed for 281 supply support
ACQUISITION fixing, fueling, sustaining and tactical logistics financial processes. activities and 20,000 Army users worldwide
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
GCSS-Army will meet the Soldier’s need for responsive support at the • 4QFY17: Full Deployment
Technology Maturation &
right place and time and improve the commander’s situational awareness
Risk Reduction
with accurate and responsive information.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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GCSS-Army
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman (Bon Air, VA)

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Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS)

DPICM/Unitary/Alternative Warhead
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) is capable of •  ength: 3,937 mm
L
Mission Command producing precise, destructive and shaping fires against a variety of • Diameter: 227 mm
target sets. GMLRS is employed with the M270A1 upgraded MLRS • Reliability: 92 percent (threshold) and 95 percent (objective)
Movement and Maneuver tracked launcher and the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System • Range: 15 to 70-plus km
Intelligence wheeled launcher. GMLRS munitions have greater accuracy than
ballistic rockets with a resulting higher probability of kill and reduced PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
logistics footprint. • 3
 QFY15: AW combined Milestone C and Full-Rate
Sustainment Production Decision
Maneuver Support There are two fielded variants of the GMLRS: Dual-Purpose Improved
and Protection Conventional Munition (DPICM), designed to service area targets; and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
the Unitary variant with a single 200-pound-class high-explosive charge • 4
 QFY16: GMLRS AW Initial Operational Capability
Engagement to service point targets with low collateral damage. Production of the
Alternative Warhead (AW) began in 2015. AW will service area and
imprecisely located targets without the risk of unexploded ordinance
ACQUISITION in compliance with the 2008 DoD Policy on Cluster Munitions and
LIFECYCLE PHASE Unintended Harm to Civilians.
Materiel Solution Analysis
The original GMLRS development was an international cooperative
Technology Maturation &
program with the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Italy. More
Risk Reduction
than 3,200 rockets have been used in overseas contingency operations
Engineering & Manufacturing through October 2015.
Development
Production & Deployment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
GMLRS provides the warfighter the ability to engage both point and
Operations & Support
area targets with precision fires.

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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GMLRS
United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates,
Singapore, Bahrain, Italy, Japan, Canada, Jordan,
Thailand, Finland, Germany and France

CONTRACTORS
Lockheed Martin (Camden, AR; Grand
Prairie, TX)
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (Las
Cruces, NM)

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Handheld, Manpack and Small Form Fit (HMS)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • A N/PRC-155 Manpack SAB (2 Channel Type 1): SRW,

FUNCTION Handheld, Manpack and Small Form Fit (HMS) is a family of networking SINCGARS, UHF SATCOM and MUOS
Mission Command tactical radio systems that are interoperable with specified radios in the • Small Form Fit: SRW and various legacy waveform mixes
current forces. HMS provides Joint interoperable connectivity to the
Movement and Maneuver tactical edge and to the most disadvantaged warfighter with an on-the- PROGRAM STATUS
Intelligence move, at-the-halt and stationary line-of-sight and beyond-line-of-sight • F
 Y15:
capability for both dismounted personnel and platforms. The radios ›› FRP RR Vendor Selection
Fires
are scalable and compliant with modular software communications ›› FRP RR Qualification Testing
Sustainment architecture, enable net-centric operations, operate multiband and ›› Manpack FRP Request for Proposal Release
Maneuver Support multimode, and deliver reliable, secure tactical communications. • FY15-FY16: Manpack FRP Vendor Source Selection
and Protection
The system is interoperable with currently fielded radios operating with PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engagement Single Channel Ground and Airborne (SINCGARS) and Ultra High • 1QFY16: MUOS Multi-Service Operational Test and Evaluation
Frequency (UHF) Satellite Communications (SATCOM), as well as • FY16:
with new radios using Soldier Radio Waveform (SRW) and Mobile User ›› Manpack FRP Contract Award
ACQUISITION Objective System (MUOS). ›› RR Operational Test
LIFECYCLE PHASE • FY16-FY17: Manpack Qualification and Operational Testing
Materiel Solution Analysis BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • FY17:
HMS provides the warfighter with simultaneous voice, data and ›› RR FRP Defense Acquisition Board (DAB)
Technology Maturation &
video communications with increased throughput using networking ›› Manpack FRP DAB
Risk Reduction
waveforms. It also offers routing and retransmission (cross-branding)
Engineering & Manufacturing and multichannel operations. A screen will be added for the Rifleman
Development Radio (RR) that will reduce weight and provide additional waveforms
Production & Deployment (e.g., integrated waveform).
Operations & Support
SPECIFICATIONS
• A
 N/PRC-154 RR Sensitive But Unclassified (1 Channel Type 2):
Soldier Radio Waveform (SRW)
MILESTONE DECISION ›› A N/PRC-154A RR Secret and Below (SAB) (1 Channel Type 1
AUTHORITY Suite B): SRW
Defense Acquisition Executive ›› Full-Rate Production (FRP) Radios (1 Channel Type 1 Suite B):
SRW
Army Acquisition Executive
›› RF-330E-TR (Harris)
Program Executive Officer ›› AN/PRC-154A (Thales)

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HMS
None

CONTRACTORS
RR: Thales Defense & Security, Inc.
(Clarksburg, MD)
Harris Corp. (Rochester, NY)
Manpack: TBD

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Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT)/

HEMTT Extended Service Program (ESP)
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • M983 Light Equipment Transporter: prime mover for tactical
FUNCTION The Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) is a 10-ton, semitrailers in engineering units to include the M870 series,
Mission Command 8-wheel drive vehicle designed for cross-country military missions, and Intermediate Stryker Recovery System, and Mine Resistant Ambush
can carry up to 11 tons of ammunition, petroleum, oils and lubricants. Protected vehicles; fifth wheel vertical loading has winch with gross
Movement and Maneuver Vehicle variants include: M977, M978, M983, M984, M985 and M1120. towing weight of 45.4 kilograms
Intelligence • M984 Wrecker: equipped with crane and winch retrieval system;
The HEMTT A4 began fielding in December 2008. Enhancements performs recovery and evacuation of heavy, wheeled vehicles and
Fires
include a modern power train consisting of a Caterpillar C-15/500 combat systems
Sustainment horsepower engine and Allison transmission (4500 SP/5-speed automatic); • M985 Cargo Truck: equipped with heavy materiel handling crane
Maneuver Support anti-lock braking system and traction control; air-ride suspension; a (5,400-pound load capacity); primary transporter for Multiple
and Protection J-1939 data-bus providing an updated electrical system; climate control; Launch Rocket System ammunition
and a larger common cab. • M1120 Load Handling System: transports palletized materiel and
Engagement International Standards Organization containers; provides NATO
The HEMTT Extended Service Program (ESP), also known as HEMTT interoperability with standard flat-rack and mission modules for
RECAP, is a recapitalization program that converts high-mileage, older- delivery of general supplies, equipment and ammunition with a
ACQUISITION version HEMTT trucks into the current A4 production configuration. Palletized Load System (PLS); compatible with the PLS trailer,
LIFECYCLE PHASE Modernizing the fleet to one model reduces the logistics footprint and which can carry a 26,000-pound payload
Materiel Solution Analysis operational and sustainment costs of maintaining older vehicles.
PROGRAM STATUS
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • F Y13-FY15: Continued to produce and field RECAP HEMTT to
Risk Reduction
HEMTT variants provide comprehensive support to the warfighter in Active Army, National Guard, Reserve and Pre-Position Stocks
Engineering & Manufacturing the delivery of general supplies, equipment and ammunition; refueling
Development of ground vehicles and aircraft; and recovery and evacuation of heavy, PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Production & Deployment wheeled vehicles and combat systems. • F Y16-FY17: Continue to RECAP HEMTT to support the
modernization of the HEMTT fleet
Operations & Support
SPECIFICATIONS
• M977 Cargo Truck: equipped with light materiel handling crane
(4,500-pound load capacity)
MILESTONE DECISION • M978 Tanker: 2,500-gallon fuel capacity for field refueling of
AUTHORITY ground vehicles and aircraft
Defense Acquisition Executive • M983 Tractor: prime mover for the PATRIOT missile
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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HEMTT/ESP
Egypt, Taiwan and United Arab Emirates

CONTRACTORS
Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI; Killeen, TX)

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HELLFIRE Family of Missiles

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The AGM-114 HELLFIRE Family of Missiles includes the HELLFIRE •  iameter: 7 inches
D
Mission Command II and Longbow HELLFIRE Missiles. HELLFIRE II is a precision • Weight: 99.8-107 pounds
strike, Semi-Active Laser (SAL)-guided missile and is the principal • Length: 64-69 inches
Movement and Maneuver air-to-ground weapon for the Army AH-64 Apache, OH-58 Kiowa • HELLFIRE II AGM-114R maximum range:
Intelligence Warrior, MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), Special ›› Direct fire: 7 km
Operations aircraft, Marine Corps AH-1W Super Cobra, and Air Force ›› Indirect fire: 8 km
Fires
Predator and Reaper UAS. ›› Minimum range: 0.5-1.5 km
Sustainment
The SAL HELLFIRE II missile is guided by laser energy reflected off PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support
and Protection the target. It has three warhead variants: a dual-warhead, shaped-charge, • F
 Y13-FY15: HELLFIRE II missiles procured annually to replace
high-explosive anti-tank capability for armored targets (AGM-114K); combat expenditures
Engagement a blast fragmentation warhead for urban, patrol boat and other “soft”
targets (AGM-114M); and a metal-augmented charge warhead (AGM- PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
114N) for urban structures, bunkers, radar sites, communications • F Y16-FY17: Laser HELLFIRE to continue in production; Longbow
ACQUISITION installations and bridges. HELLFIRE to continue sustainment activities
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis Beginning in 2012, a HELLFIRE II multipurpose warhead variant
(AGM-114R) became available to the warfighter and allows selection of
Technology Maturation &
warhead effects corresponding to a specific target type. The AMG-114R
Risk Reduction
is capable of being launched from Army rotary-wing and UAS platforms
Engineering & Manufacturing and provides the pilot increased operational flexibility.
Development
Production & Deployment The Longbow HELLFIRE (AGM-114L) is also a precision strike
missile using millimeter wave (MMW) radar guidance instead of the
Operations & Support
HELLFIRE II’s SAL. It is the principal anti-tank system for the AH-
64D Apache Longbow helicopter and uses the same anti-armor warhead
as the HELLFIRE II. The MMW seeker provides beyond-line-of-sight,
MILESTONE DECISION fire-and-forget capability, as well as the ability to operate in adverse
AUTHORITY weather and battlefield obscurants.
Defense Acquisition Executive
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Army Acquisition Executive
HELLFIRE provides the warfighter with an air-to-ground, point-target
Program Executive Officer precision strike capability to defeat advanced armor and an array of
traditional and nontraditional targets.

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HELLFIRE
Laser HELLFIRE: Australia, Egypt, France,
Greece, Israel, Japan, Kuwait, Netherlands, Saudi
Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Sweden, United
Arab Emirates and United Kingdom
Direct commercial sale: United Kingdom,
Norway, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia and Turkey
Longbow HELLFIRE: Israel, Japan, Kuwait,
Singapore, Taiwan and United Arab Emirates
Direct commercial sale: United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
Lockheed Martin (Orlando, FL)

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High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle

(HMMWV)
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) is a • G ross vehicle weight: 11,500 pounds
Mission Command lightweight, highly mobile, high-performance, diesel-powered four-wheel • Wheelbase: 130 inches
drive, air-transportable and air-droppable family of tactical vehicles. • Engine: General Engine Products V8, 6.5-liter turbocharged diesel,
Movement and Maneuver The HMMWV supports combat and combat service support units with 190 horsepower at 3,400 revolutions per minute
Intelligence a versatile, mission-configurable, tactical wheeled vehicle. • Fuel Capacity: 25 gallons
• Payload: 3,350 pounds
Fires
The Army recognizes the tactical importance of the HMMWV fleet • Maximum speed: 70 mph
Sustainment and the enduring requirement to maintain a relevant, capable fleet to
support the Army enterprise. Congressional funding has enabled the PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support
and Protection modernization of the National Guard and Reserve HMMWV fleets. • F Y13: HMMWV new production completed
• 2QFY13: Began UAH Depot Recapitalization Automotive
Engagement The National Guard and Reserve modernization program consists of Improvement Program production at RRAD
recapitalizing M1152A1 and M1165A1 Up-Armored HMMWV (UAH) • 1QFY14: Began M997A3 ambulance production at RIA, projected
Shelter and Troop Carriers; converting M1151A1 UAH Armament through 1QFY18
ACQUISITION Carriers to M1167 UAH Tube-Launched, Optically Tracked, Wireless- • 4QFY14-3QFY15: Began National Guard M1152 and M1165
LIFECYCLE PHASE Guided Missile Carriers; and purchasing new M997A3 ambulances. The modernization PPP between AM General and RRAD
Materiel Solution Analysis recapitalization efforts involve a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between
AM General and the Red River Army Depot (RRAD). The M997A3 PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Technology Maturation &
effort is a joint effort with the chassis built by AM General and furnished • F Y16: Begin M1151A1-to-M1167 Conversion Recapitalization PPP
Risk Reduction
to Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) for installation of an RIA-built box. between AM General and RRAD
Engineering & Manufacturing • F Y16-FY17: Sustainment; National Guard modernization to include
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER M1151-to-M1167 conversion
Production & Deployment Due to configurations for multiple mission types and roles, the
HMMWV is well-suited to meet the needs of Soldiers on the battlefield.
Operations & Support
Its high power-to-weight ratio, high ground clearance and four-wheel
drive make it agile in the most difficult terrain.

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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HMMWV
United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Argentina,
Iraq, Ethiopia, Georgia, Kenya, Bahrain, Bulgaria,
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador,
Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Lebanon,
Romania, Yemen, Tunisia, Mauritania, Burundi,
Uganda, Israel, Jordan, Latvia, Macedonia,
Mexico, Philippines, Slovenia, Nepal, Serbia and
Saudi Arabia

CONTRACTORS
AM General (South Bend, IN)
New Production Ambulances: RIA-Joint Manufacturing & Technology Center (Rock Island, IL)
Lead Government Integrator: RRAD (Texarkana,TX)

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Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment

2 – Intercept Block 1
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 – Intercept (IFPC • 2
 QFY14: Milestone (MS) A, Acquisition Decision
Mission Command Increment 2-I) Block 1 System is a mobile, ground-based weapon system Memorandum (ADM)
designed to defeat unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and cruise missiles. • 1QFY15: Completed Tube Demonstration
Movement and Maneuver • 2QFY15: Completed Launch Demonstration
Intelligence The Block 1 system will use an existing interceptor and sensor and • 4QFY15:
will develop a Multi-Mission Launcher (MML) on an existing vehicle ›› Completed System Preliminary Design Review
Fires
platform to support the Counter-UAS (C-UAS) and Cruise Missile ›› Completed Assembly of MML Prototype 1
Sustainment Defense (CMD) missions. The system will use the Army Integrated ›› Delegation ADM designating program as ACAT 1C
Maneuver Support Air and Missile Defense (AIAMD) open systems architecture, and will
and Protection use the AIAMD Integrated Battle Command System as its mission PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
command component. • 2
 QFY16: Engineering Demonstration
Engagement • 3QFY16: MS B Decision
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2QFY17: Critical Design Review
IFPC Increment 2-I Block 1 mitigates high priority capability gaps in
ACQUISITION two mission areas: CMD and C-UAS.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS
• Provides 360-degree protection
Technology Maturation &
• Provides ability to simultaneously engage threats arriving from
Risk Reduction
different azimuths
Engineering & Manufacturing • MML will use an open architecture that allows the employment of a
Development variety of missiles
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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IFPC Increment 2-I

None

CONTRACTORS
None—the IFPC Increment 2-I Block 1 system
is composed of three existing major end items
and one new major end item (MML; developed
by the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research
Development and Engineering Center, and
Letterkenny Army Depot). The government is integrating
the four major end items into this system.

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Installation Information Infrastructure

Modernization Program (I3MP)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Installation Information Infrastructure Modernization Program • Current: I3MP has more than 60 current contracting actions
Mission Command (I3MP) supports the warfighter through information technology, affecting, in turn, most of the Army’s bases, each of which has
infrastructure modernization and lifecycle management of the Army’s some form of ICAN for communications; this year (2016) the
Movement and Maneuver CONUS Installation Campus Area Networks (ICAN) and strategic base funding line for I3MP was in the $20 million range
Intelligence command centers. It has no ACAT level because it is not executed as a • 2QFY15: Modernized the information technology backbone at
Defense Acquisition Program. However, if it were, it would rival many Fort Sill, OK and Fort Hood, TX
Fires
ACAT I programs due to its overall lifecycle cost and the length of • 4QFY15: Modernized the information technology backbone at
Sustainment its mission. White Sands Missile Range, NM
Maneuver Support
and Protection I3MP provides a robust and scalable networked information PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
infrastructure that allows migration to a network-centric, knowledge- • 3
 QFY16: Modernize the information technology backbone at
Engagement based operation, and enhances connectivity between forward-deployed Fort Rucker, AL
forces with CONUS installation infrastructure. It is a part of the • 3
 QFY16-4QFY18: Initiate network standardizations at various
Joint effort to improve and protect LandWarNet by enhancing the Army posts, camps and stations
ACQUISITION infrastructure for better efficiency and effectiveness of the network • 4
 QFY16: Modernize the information technology backbone at
LIFECYCLE PHASE and Army interoperability across DoD. Ultimately the program builds Fort Myer, VA
Materiel Solution Analysis network capacity, simplifies and standardizes ICAN, and establishes a • 4
 QFY16-4QFY18: Initiate Home Station Mission Command
foundation for new capabilities. This involves the conversion of base, Centers procurement and initial installation
Technology Maturation &
post, camp and station voice circuits to Internet Protocol, transitioning
Risk Reduction
from Time Distance Multiplexing to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
Engineering & Manufacturing technology, and a connection to the Defense Information Systems
Development Agency’s Enterprise VoIP architecture.
Production & Deployment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Operations & Support
I3MP provides the communications connectivity that allows the
warfighter to access and utilize information technology applications.

MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS

AUTHORITY Designs are applicable to the specific site per the site’s requirements.
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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I3MP
None

CONTRACTORS
AT&T (Dallas, TX)
Vision Ability Execution, Inc. (Reston, VA)
General Dynamics (Falls Church, VA)
Siemens (Washington, DC)

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Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army

(IPPS-A)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army (IPPS-A) will provide • 3QFY15:
Mission Command the Army with an integrated, multicomponent personnel and pay system ›› Deployed Release 1.2.3, implementing security and performance
that streamlines Army human resources (HR), enhances the efficiency enhancements, predefined query updates, and improvements with
Movement and Maneuver and accuracy of Army personnel and pay procedures, and supports data correctness and accuracy for all components
Intelligence Soldiers and their families. IPPS-A addresses major deficiencies in the ›› Deployed Release 1.2.4 implementing security and performance
delivery of military personnel and pay services, and provides internal enhancements and improvements with data correctness and
Fires
controls and audit procedures that prevent erroneous payments and loss accuracy for all components
Sustainment of funds. ›› Full Deployment Acquisition Decision Memorandum signed;
Maneuver Support Increment 1 fully deployed and entered Operations
and Protection BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER and Sustainment
IPPS-A supports the Soldier in the core mission of conducting operations, ›› Received Army Test and Evaluation Command
Engagement promotes and maintains effective military personnel management, final test report completing the Adversarial Assessment for
and ensures that accurate and timely military personnel data, continuous evaluation
including delivery of benefits, are available at all levels of management ›› Increment 2 system integration services contract awarded
ACQUISITION and oversight. • 1QFY16: Increment 2 System Readiness Review
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
• W
 ill be Web-based • 2
 QFY16:
Technology Maturation &
• Available 24/7 ›› Increment 2 System Functional Review
Risk Reduction
• Accessible to: ›› Increment 2 Integrated Baseline Review
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› Solders
Development ›› HR professionals
Production & Deployment ›› Combatant commanders
›› Personnel and pay managers
Operations & Support
›› Other authorized users

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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IPPS-A
None

CONTRACTORS
CACI (Chantilly, VA)
Booz Allen Hamilton (Alexandria, VA)

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Javelin
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Close Combat Missile System – Medium (CCMS-M) Javelin is a • W
 eight (Block 1 Javelin and CLU combined): 48.8 pounds (missile,
Mission Command medium-range tactical missile with precision direct-fire effects to defeat 33.3 pounds; CLU, 15.5 pounds)
armored vehicles as well as personnel and equipment in fortification • Diameter: 127 mm
Movement and Maneuver or in the open. Javelin is highly effective against a variety of targets • Includes training devices for tactical and classroom training
Intelligence at extended ranges under day-and-night, battlefield obscurants, adverse
weather and multiple countermeasure conditions. The system’s soft- PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
launch feature permits firing from enclosures commonly found in • C
 urrent:
Sustainment complex urban terrain, while its modular design allows the system to ›› Javelin has been fielded to the Active and Reserve fleet; Block I
Maneuver Support evolve to meet changing threats and requirements via both software and CLU retrofit kits continue to be fielded
and Protection hardware upgrades. The system consists of a reusable command launch • FY15:
unit (CLU) and a modular missile encased in a disposable launch tube ›› Multipurpose warhead was integrated into Javelin
Engagement assembly. The CLU provides stand-alone, all-weather and day-and- missile procurement
night surveillance capability ideally suited for infantry operations in ›› First year of Javelin Lightweight CLU development
Afghanistan.
ACQUISITION PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE Javelin’s fire-and-forget technology allows the gunner to fire and • F Y16-FY17:
Materiel Solution Analysis immediately take cover, move to another fighting position or reload. ›› Continue missile production for Army, Marine Corps and foreign
Javelin provides enhanced lethality through the use of a tandem warhead military sales
Technology Maturation &
that defeats all known armor threats and is effective against stationary ›› Continue Lightweight CLU development
Risk Reduction
and moving targets. This system also provides defensive capability ›› Modernization
Engineering & Manufacturing against attacking or hovering helicopters. A multipurpose warhead
Development was added into FY 2015 procurement and provides improved lethality
Production & Deployment against secondary targets. A Lightweight CLU is being developed with
the goal of reducing CLU size by 35 percent and weight by 50 percent.
Operations & Support
The Army is the lead for this Joint program with the Marine Corps.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

MILESTONE DECISION Javelin provides the Army, Marine Corps and our allies a man-portable,
AUTHORITY fire-and-forget missile system that is highly lethal against objects
Defense Acquisition Executive ranging from main battle tanks to fleeting targets of opportunity found
in current threat environments.
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Australia, Czech Republic, France, Indonesia,
Ireland, Jordan, Lithuania, New Zealand, Norway,
Oman, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United
Kingdom, Qatar and Estonia

CONTRACTORS
Javelin Joint Venture LLC—Raytheon and
Lockheed Martin (Tucson, AZ; Goleta, CA;
McKinney, TX; Dallas, TX; Sherman, TX; Orlando, FL; Ocala, FL; Troy, AL)

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Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM)

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) System will provide an air- •  QFY13: Delta Preliminary Design Review
1
Mission Command to-surface, precision, standoff strike capability from the host platform. • 1QFY14: Critical Design Review (guidance section)
The adverse-weather-capable JAGM System will enable warfighters to • 1QFY15: Extended Technology Development Phase completed
Movement and Maneuver attack critical, high-value, fixed and moving, and fleeting targets day • 3QFY15: Milestone (MS) B
Intelligence or night in battlefield limited visibility conditions from significant
standoff ranges while remaining fully effective against a variety of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Fires
countermeasures. The standoff capability of the JAGM System enables • 2
 QFY16:
Sustainment the weapon to place high-value, heavily defended targets at risk while ›› System-level Critical Design Review
Maneuver Support the aircrews remain outside the range of lethal point and area defenses. ›› Initial Production Readiness Review
and Protection A terminal guidance capability enables the platform to launch the ›› Ground-launched flight tests
weapon and depart the launch area to enhance aircraft survivability. The • 4QFY17:
Engagement precision accuracy enables the JAGM System to place point, moving and ›› MS C
fleeting targets and target elements within a target complex at risk, and ›› Qualified production line
reduces the probability of collateral damage.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE The JAGM is an Army program with Joint requirements from the Navy
Materiel Solution Analysis and Marine Corps. The threshold platforms for JAGM are the Army’s
Apache AH-64D and the Marine Corps’ Super Cobra AH-1Z.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engineering & Manufacturing The JAGM provides the warfighter the ability to destroy high-value
Development stationary, moving, and relocatable land and naval targets from standoff
Production & Deployment range in day, night, adverse weather and obscured battlefield conditions.
Operations & Support
SPECIFICATIONS
• Diameter: 7 inches
• Weight: 115 pounds
MILESTONE DECISION • Length: 70 inches
AUTHORITY • Range: 500-8,000 meters
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JAGM
None

CONTRACTORS
Prime: Raytheon (Tucson, AZ)
Lockheed Martin (Orlando, FL)

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Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Mobility: Maneuverability to enable operations across the spectrum

FUNCTION The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) Family of Vehicles (FoV) is an of terrain, including urban areas
Mission Command Army-led, Joint-service program designed to replace a portion of each • Networking: Provides Joint forces network connectivity that
service’s light tactical wheeled vehicle fleets while closing an existing improves situational awareness of the operational environment while
Movement and Maneuver capability gap. Intended to provide protected, sustained, networked enabling a responsive and well-integrated command and control
Intelligence mobility for personnel and payloads across the full range of military
operations, the JLTV FoV will restore the fleet’s balance of payload, PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
performance and protection. The JLTV FoV consists of two variants: the • 4QFY13-2QFY15: Government received 66 prototype JLTVs
Sustainment 4-seat Combat Tactical Vehicle (CTV) and the 2-seat Combat Support and 18 companion trailers from three competing Engineering &
Maneuver Support Vehicle (CSV). The CTV will support the General Purpose, Heavy Gun Manufacturing Development vendors; vehicles completed 14 months
and Protection Carrier and Close Combat Weapon Carrier missions. The CSV will of performance, reliability and ballistics testing
support the Utility/Shelter Carrier mission. The JLTV is transportable • 4QFY15:
Engagement by a range of lift assets, including rotary-wing aircraft, to support ›› Completed Milestone C, entered production phase
operations across the range of military operations. Its maneuverability ›› Awarded Low-Rate Initial Production contract
enables activities across the spectrum of terrain, including urban areas,
ACQUISITION while providing inherent and supplemental armor against direct fire and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE improvised explosive device threats. • 1QFY16-4QFY17: Conduct performance and reliability
Materiel Solution Analysis qualification, live fire (full-up system level) and multiservice
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER operational testing and evaluation
Technology Maturation &
JLTV provides the warfighter significantly more protection against
Risk Reduction
multiple threats while increasing mobility and payload compared to
Engineering & Manufacturing the current armored High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle
Development platforms. JLTV provides improved off-road mobility, fuel efficiency
Production & Deployment and reliability over Mine Resistant Ambush Protected All-Terrain
Vehicles.
Operations & Support
SPECIFICATIONS
• Payloads: CTV–3,500 pounds; CSV–5,100 pounds
MILESTONE DECISION • Transportability: Internal–C-130, External–CH-47 at curb
AUTHORITY weight plus 2,000 pounds and CH-53, Sea–including height-
Defense Acquisition Executive restricted decks
• Protection: Scalable armor to provide mission flexibility while
Army Acquisition Executive
protecting the force
Program Executive Officer

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JLTV
None

CONTRACTORS
Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI)

Close Combat Weapons Carrier General Purpose

Heavy Gun Carrier Utility

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Lakota UH-72A Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)

PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The UH-72A Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) is a Commercial/Non- • 3QFY14: Began transfer and modification of UH-72As
Mission Command Developmental-Item, twin-engine helicopter with seating for two pilots, as the Army’s training helicopter as part of the Aviation
capable of transporting up to six passengers. The medical evacuation Restructure Initiative
Movement and Maneuver (MEDEVAC) configuration is equipped with two NATO standard • 1QFY15: Fielded to Fort Rucker, AL, in the training configuration
Intelligence litters and seating for a medical attendant and crew chief. Visual and • 2QFY15: Completed fielding and training of Army National
instrument flight certified, the UH-72A is equipped with a night-vision- Guard fleet
Fires
compatible glass cockpit and modern communications and navigation • 1QFY16: 412 aircraft on contract with 65 deliverable
Sustainment avionics, including autopilot and dual Global Positioning Systems with
Wide Area Augmentation System. Other aircraft configurations include PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection Combat Training Center Opposing Forces and Observer/Controller, • 3
 QFY16: Current production contract ends and award of
Security and Support, and VIP. new contract
Engagement • 1QFY17: Current Logistics Support contract ends and award
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER of new contract
Though not a warfighting aircraft, the UH-72A is an inexpensive light
ACQUISITION helicopter that operates in permissive environments to meet Homeland
LIFECYCLE PHASE Defense and Security, general support, reconnaissance, command
Materiel Solution Analysis and control operations, search and rescue, and training requirements
worldwide. Homeland Defense and Security missions include assistance
Technology Maturation &
to border patrol operations, terrorist incident response, counterdrug
Risk Reduction
operations, and disaster relief missions, as well as Generating Force
Engineering & Manufacturing MEDEVAC capability for the Army National Guard.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
•  aximum speed: 145 knots
M
Operations & Support
• Range: 370 nautical miles
• Endurance: 3.5 hours
• Maximum takeoff weight: 7,903 pounds
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Lakota UH-72A
Thailand

CONTRACTORS
Airbus Defense and Space, Inc. (Herndon, VA)
Airbus Helicopter, Inc. (Grand Prairie, TX)

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Long Range Precision Fires (LRPF)

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The mission of the Long Range Precision Fires (LRPF) Missile is to • 1QFY14: Materiel Development Decision
Mission Command attack, neutralize, suppress and destroy targets using missile-delivered • 4QFY15: Analysis of Alternatives Complete
indirect precision fires. LRPF provides field artillery units with long-
Movement and Maneuver range and deep-strike capability while supporting brigade, division, PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence corps, Army, theater, Joint and Coalition forces and Marine Corps • 2
 QFY16: Milestone A
air-to-ground task forces in full, limited or expeditionary operations. • 1QFY17: Technology Maturation & Risk Reduction
Fires
The LRPF will replace the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) Contract Award
Sustainment capability, which is impacted by the age of the ATACMS inventory and
Maneuver Support the cluster munition policy that removes all M39 and M39A1 ATACMS
and Protection from the inventory after 2018.

Engagement BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

LRPF will provide the warfighter with an all-weather, 24/7, precision
surface-to-surface deep-strike capability.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis • Deep-strike capability will reach farther than 300 km
• Other specifications TBD
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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LRPF
TBD

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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M109 Family of Vehicles (FOV) (Paladin/FAASV,

PIM SPH/CAT)
PEO Ground Combat Systems | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION and sustainable vehicle, providing them with increased confidence in
FUNCTION The M109A6 Paladin 155 mm Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) along their artillery fleet.
Mission Command with the M992A2 Field Artillery Ammunition Supply Vehicle (FAASV)
provides the primary indirect-fire support to Armored Brigade Combat SPECIFICATIONS
Movement and Maneuver Teams (ABCT). Like the earlier M109 models, the M109A6 Paladin is a • Crew: Four (Paladin , SPH, FAASV and CAT)
Intelligence fully tracked, armored vehicle. The M109A6 Paladin configuration was • Combat loaded weight: Paladin – 34.25 tons, SPH – 39 tons,
achieved through modifications to earlier-built M109A2 and A3 vehicle FAASV – 29.26 tons, CAT – 36 tons
Fires
hulls and the introduction of an entirely new cab and cannon assembly. • On-board ammunition: Paladin – 39 rounds, SPH – 42 rounds,
Sustainment FAASV – 95 rounds, CAT – 95 rounds
Maneuver Support The M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) and M992A3 Carrier • R ates of fire: Four rounds per minute for first three minutes
and Protection Ammunition Tracked (CAT), formerly known as the Paladin Integrated maximum; one round per minute sustained
Management (PIM) program, will replace the current M109A6 Paladin • Maximum range: High-Explosive/Rocket Assisted Projectile,
Engagement and the M992A2 FAASV respectively starting in FY17. The M109A7 22/30 km
SPH and M992A3 CAT vehicles are currently in Low-Rate Initial • Cruising range: All – 180 miles
Production (LRIP). This next-generation Howitzer provides enhanced • Fire Support Network: Paladin Digital Fire Control System software
ACQUISITION capabilities to maintain Army dominance on future battlefields, and is supports Fire Support Network
LIFECYCLE PHASE one of the most critical vehicle modernization programs.
Materiel Solution Analysis PROGRAM STATUS
The M109A7 SPH and M992A3 CAT comprise a modernization effort •  QFY11–3QFY14: Developmental Testing (DT)
3
Technology Maturation &
to improve size, weight, power, cooling, readiness, force protection and • 3QFY13: Milestone C
Risk Reduction
survivability, and to increase sustainability of the M109A6 Paladin • 4QFY12-3QFY14: Phase II Government DT
Engineering & Manufacturing and the M992A2 FAASV platforms through 2050. The platforms will • 1QFY14: Milestone C Decision; Low-Rate Initial Production
Development also be fitted with Blue Force Tracker capability to ensure situational (LRIP) Option 1 Award
Production & Deployment awareness with other friendly forces. The program has leveraged Bradley • 3QFY15: DT (Production Qualification Test)
commonality for key components—engine, transmission, final drive, • 4QFY15: Full-Up System-Level
Operations & Support
suspension—in a new hull. The new electric-gun drives and rammer • 1QFY16: LRIP Option 2 Award
components, as well as a microclimate air conditioning system, will be
powered by the common modular power system utilizing a 600-volt PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
MILESTONE DECISION onboard electrical system in the existing cab and cannon assembly. • 2
 QFY16: Logistics Demonstration; Interactive Electronic Technical
AUTHORITY Manual Verification
Defense Acquisition Executive BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2QFY17: Full-Rate Production (FRP) Decision; First Unit Equipped
These upgrades and better communications technology will significantly • 3QFY17: FRP Contract Award
Army Acquisition Executive
improve the warfighter’s battlespace awareness and reduce the logistics
Program Executive Officer footprint within the ABCT. Once delivered to the field, the M109A7
SPH and M992A3 CAT will give ABCT commanders a more capable

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M109 FOV
None

CONTRACTORS
BAE Systems (York, PA)

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M88A2 Improved Recovery Vehicle HERCULES (Heavy
Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift and Evacuation System)
PEO Ground Combat Systems | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Speed (no load): 30 mph

FUNCTION The M88A2 Improved Recovery Vehicle HERCULES (Heavy • Speed (w/load): 26 mph with 70-ton load
Mission Command Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift and Evacuation System) • Cruising Range: 300 miles, 413 gallons
recovers tanks mired to different depths, removes and replaces tank • Boom Lift Height: 25 feet
Movement and Maneuver turrets and power packs, and uprights overturned heavy combat • Engine: 1,050 horsepower
Intelligence vehicles. The main winch on the M88A2 is capable of a 70-ton, single- • Armament: .50 Caliber M2
line recovery, allowing the HERCULES to provide recovery of the 70-
Fires PROGRAM STATUS
ton M1A2 Abrams tank.
Sustainment • F Y13-FY15: M88A2 production (converted from M88A1)
Maneuver Support The A-frame boom and hoist winch of the M88A2 can lift 35 tons. The continued at approximate rate of three vehicles per month at the
and Protection spade can be used to anchor the vehicle when using the main winch BAE facility in York, PA; foreign military sales customers received
and can be used for light earth moving to prepare a recovery area. The completely new M88A2 vehicles
Engagement M88A2 employs an auxiliary power unit to provide auxiliary electrical • F Y15:
and hydraulic power when the main engine is not in operation. It can ›› M88A2 HERCULES Fielding and New Equipment Training
also be used to slave start other vehicles, as well as a means to refuel completed for Army units in Germany and Kuwait
ACQUISITION or defuel vehicles. The M88A2 can refuel Abrams tanks from its own ›› Towing and evacuation tests completed at Aberdeen Proving
LIFECYCLE PHASE fuel tanks. Ground, MD; powertrain feasibility analysis completed by U.S.
Materiel Solution Analysis Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering
The M88A2 HERCULES is the successor vehicle to the M88A1, which Center, Warren, MI
Technology Maturation &
had only a recovery capability of 56 tons. The M88A1’s mission was • Through 4QFY15: 680 M88A2 vehicles produced against Army
Risk Reduction
focused on the M60 Series tank while the M88A2 is focused on the Acquisition Objective of 933 vehicles
Engineering & Manufacturing Abrams tank. • Current: Changes to M88A2 HERCULES to ensure single-vehicle
Development recovery capability of modernized M1A2 Abrams and all other
Production & Deployment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER armored track vehicles
The HERCULES provides towing, winching and hoisting to support
Operations & Support PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
battlefield recovery operations and evacuation of heavy tanks and
other tracked combat vehicles. As such, HERCULES is the recovery • F Y16: M88A2 Army Fielding and New Equipment Training will
workhorse of the Armored Brigade Combat Team. include Army units in Korea, Fort Hood, TX, Fort Bliss, TX,
MILESTONE DECISION and Fort Riley, KS; Track and Suspension testing to be initiated
AUTHORITY SPECIFICATIONS and planning will begin for next version of the M88A2 Heavy
Defense Acquisition Executive • Crew: Three, plus space for four passengers Equipment Recovery vehicle; proposed upgrade will focus on single
• Weight: 70 tons vehicle recovery of the modernized M1A2 Abrams tank
Army Acquisition Executive
• Length: 338 inches
Program Executive Officer • Width: 144 inches
• Height: 127 inches

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HERCULES
Egypt, Kuwait, Australia, Iraq and Thailand

CONTRACTORS
BAE Systems, Inc. (York, PA)

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Mid-Tier Networking Vehicular Radio (MNVR)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Mid-Tier Networking Vehicular Radio (MNVR) system provides • 3QFY15: Limited User Test
Mission Command an extension of data services from the upper tactical network at
brigade and battalion level to the lower tactical network at company PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver and platoon echelons. The advanced network waveforms provide rapid • 2
 QFY16: Milestone C Defense Acquisition Board
Intelligence distribution of data and imagery with increased information assurance • FY16: Low-Rate Initial Production
protection and automatic routing across complex terrain. The MNVR • FY17:
Fires
capability consists of modular radios capable of running software- ›› Initial Operational Test & Evaluation
Sustainment defined waveforms, which operate as nodes in a network to ensure ›› Production Decision
Maneuver Support secure wireless communication and networking services for mobile and
and Protection stationary forces. This supports mission command, sensor-to-shooter,
sustainment and survivability applications through the full range of
Engagement military operations on tactical platforms.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

ACQUISITION MNVR provides the warfighter with a dynamic, scalable, on-the-move
LIFECYCLE PHASE voice and data network that connects company to brigade to support
Materiel Solution Analysis mission planning, command and control, and situational awareness.
Technology Maturation & SPECIFICATIONS
Risk Reduction
• O perates new Internet Protocol-based networking waveforms
Engineering & Manufacturing offering the warfighter increased data throughput through self-
Development forming, self-healing and managed communications networks
Production & Deployment • Dynamic, scalable, on-the-move network architecture connects the
Soldier to the mission command network and enhances capability to
Operations & Support
exchange voice and data simultaneously and faster than
current systems
• Advanced network waveforms provide rapid distribution of data
MILESTONE DECISION and imagery with increased information assurance protection and
AUTHORITY automatic routing across complex terrain
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MNVR
None

CONTRACTORS
Harris Radios Corporation (Rochester, NY)

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Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles

(MRAP), Army
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Fuel tank capacity: 47-57 gallons

FUNCTION The Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) family of vehicles • Seats under armor protection: M1240A1, M-ATV-4 and M1235A4
Mission Command provides Soldiers with highly survivable multimission platforms capable MaxxPro Dash-6
of mitigating improvised explosive devices, rocket-propelled grenades,
Movement and Maneuver explosively formed penetrators, underbody mines and small arms fire PROGRAM STATUS
Intelligence threats which produce the greatest number of casualties in Overseas • 1 QFY13: Program designated ACAT IC (formerly ID)
Contingency Operations. • 2QFY13: Army approved 8,585-vehicle MRAP
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enduring requirement
Sustainment Three variants comprise the Army MRAP enduring fleet: Mine • 1QFY13-4QFY15:
Maneuver Support Resistant Ambush Protected All-Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV), MaxxPro ›› Continued support of MRAP vehicles fielded in response to
and Protection Dash with Independent Suspension System, and MaxxPro Long- urgent theater requirements
Wheel-Based Ambulance. This versatile family of vehicles performs ›› Continued RESET/standardization of MRAP vehicles returning
Engagement the mission roles of Armored Personnel Carrier, Weapons Carrier, from theater for enduring force requirements
Convoy Protection Platform, Key Leader Vehicle, Command Post and
Armored Ambulance. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION • 1 QFY16-4QFY17: Continue RESET/standardization activities of
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER MRAP vehicles fielded in response to urgent theater requirements
Materiel Solution Analysis MRAP provides light forces with protected mobility and mounted • 4QFY17:
firepower to perform Wide Area Security while countering threats ›› Achieve Full Materiel Release for MaxxPro Dash and MaxxPro
Technology Maturation &
employing asymmetric tactics. They provide a rapid motorization Long-Wheel-Based Ambulance variants
Risk Reduction
capability for Brigade Combat Teams as the mission transitions from ›› Begin transition to sustainment
Engineering & Manufacturing decisive operations to stability, or perform rear-area security during
Development decisive operations.
Production & Deployment
SPECIFICATIONS
Operations & Support
• K ey components (transmissions, engines, etc.): Vary between vehicles
and manufacturers; generally consist of common commercial and
military parts
MILESTONE DECISION • Combat weight (fully loaded without add-on armor): 34,000-
AUTHORITY 48,000 pounds
Defense Acquisition Executive • Payloads: In the 8,000-pound range
• Engine: 370-375 horsepower
Army Acquisition Executive
• Operational range: 300-370 miles
Program Executive Officer

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MRAP
Afghanistan, Burundi, Croatia, Djibouti, Iraq,
Jordan, Nigeria, Pakistan, Spain, Uganda and
Uzbekistan

CONTRACTORS
Navistar Defense (Warrenville, IL)
Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI)

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MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft

System (UAS)
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) addresses • Current: Full-Rate Production
Mission Command the need for a long-endurance, armed, unmanned aircraft system that
offers greater range, altitude and payload flexibility over earlier systems. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver • F Y16-17: Execute the Extended-Range Gray Eagle effort for the
Intelligence The Gray Eagle UAS is powered by a heavy fuel engine for higher echelons-above-division units
performance, better fuel efficiency, common fuel on the battlefield and
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a longer lifetime.
Sustainment
Maneuver Support The system is fielded in platoon sets consisting of four unmanned
and Protection aircraft, two Universal Ground Control Stations, two Ground Data
Terminals, one Portable Ground Control Station, one Portable Ground
Engagement Data Terminal, one Satellite Ground Data Terminal, an automated
takeoff and landing system, light medium tactical vehicles, and other
ground-support equipment operated and maintained by a company of
ACQUISITION 128 Soldiers within the Combat Aviation Brigade.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The MQ-1C provides the warfighter with dedicated, assured,
Technology Maturation &
multimission UAS capabilities across all 10 Army divisions to support
Risk Reduction
commanders’ combat operations.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development SPECIFICATIONS
Production & Deployment •  ength: 28 feet
L
• Wingspan: 56 feet
Operations & Support
• Gross takeoff weight: 3,600 pounds
• Maximum speed: 150 knots
• Ceiling: 25,000 feet
MILESTONE DECISION • Range: 2,500 nautical miles via satellite communications
AUTHORITY • Endurance: 27-plus hours
Defense Acquisition Executive • Payload: Up to four HELLFIRE missiles
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MQ-1C Gray Eagle

None

CONTRACTORS
General Atomics Aeronautical (San Diego, CA)

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Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) M270A1

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) M270A1 is a combat- •  mpty weight: 45,086 pounds
E
Mission Command proven, mechanized artillery weapon system that provides the combat • Combat weight: 57,544 pounds
commander with highly lethal, all-weather, precise rocket and missile • Maximum speed: 64 kph
Movement and Maneuver fires that defeat point and area targets in both urban/complex and open • Maximum cruising range: 483 km
Intelligence terrain. The system achieves these objectives for the Army, Marine • Ordnance options: All current and future MLRS rockets and Army
Corps and coalition forces with minimal collateral damage via a highly Tactical Missile System missiles
Fires
mobile and responsive multiple launch system.
Sustainment PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support The M270A1 is an upgraded version of the M270 launcher. The • 1
 QFY15: Continued M270A1 launcher overhaul program at Red
and Protection program entailed the concurrent incorporation of the Improved Fire River Army Depot (RRAD)
Control System and the Improved Launcher Mechanical System on • 3QFY15:
Engagement a rebuilt M993 Carrier (derivative of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle). ›› Completed Improved Armor Cab (IAC) Product Manager’s
The M270A1 supports fires missions ranging from 15-300 km. The Enhanced Field Exercise
M270A1 can fire all munitions in the current and planned suite of the ›› Delivery of Fire Control System – Update (FCS-U) hardware
ACQUISITION MLRS Family of Munitions, including Army Tactical Missile System prototypes and first Software Engineering Release
LIFECYCLE PHASE missiles and Guided MLRS rockets. The M270A1 carries and fires two • 4QFY15: Completed IAC developmental testing
Materiel Solution Analysis launch pods, each containing either six rockets or one missile. It operates • 1QFY16:
with the same MLRS command, control and communications structure ›› FCS-U Qualification Phase began
Technology Maturation &
and three-man crew as the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket ›› IAC Production Request For Proposal (RFP)
Risk Reduction
System. The Improved Armored Cab modification increases crew
Engineering & Manufacturing protection from small arms fire, artillery fragmentation and improvised PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development explosive devices. • Continue:
Production & Deployment ›› M270A1 launcher overhaul program
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Providing sustainment and support activities for MLRS strategic
Operations & Support
The MLRS Launcher provides 24-hour, all-weather, lethal, close- and partners and foreign military sales customers
long-range precision rocket and missile fire support for Joint forces, • 1QFY17:
early-entry expeditionary forces, contingency forces, and Modular Fire ›› IAC Production Contract Award
MILESTONE DECISION Brigades supporting Brigade Combat Teams. ›› FCS-U Production RFP
AUTHORITY • 1QFY18: FCS-U Production Contract Award; Modernization
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MLRS M270A1
M270 and M270A1: Bahrain, Egypt, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Japan
and Korea
M270 and M270B1: Norway, Turkey and
United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
Lockheed Martin (Grand Prairie, TX)

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Palletized Load System (PLS) and PLS Extended

Service Program (ESP)
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

FUNCTION The base Palletized Load System (PLS), initially fielded in 1994, The PLS supports Soldiers by performing cross country movement
Mission Command consists of the PLS truck, PLS trailer and demountable flat racks. The of configured loads of supplies on flat racks or in containers, while
PLS truck, commonly referred to simply as the PLS, is a 10x10 (10-wheel providing improved survivability.
Movement and Maneuver drive) truck with a 16.5-ton capacity that provides the timely delivery of
Intelligence high-tonnage cargo. This could include ammunition, unit equipment, PROGRAM STATUS
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) containers and • C
 urrent: Fielded approximately 6,000 PLS trucks and 13,000
Fires
shelters, and all classes of supply and weapon systems. The PLS truck is PLS trailers
Sustainment equipped with an integral onboard load handling system that provides
self-loading and unloading capability of flat racks, container roll-in and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection roll-out platforms and 20-foot ISO containers. • F Y16-FY17: Continued recapitalization efforts to modernize
the fleet
Engagement There are two PLS truck variants: The basic PLS truck (M1075) and
the PLS truck with material handling crane (M1074). The system also
includes the PLS trailer (M1076); optional truck-mounted container
ACQUISITION handling unit for transporting 20-foot ISO containers; the M3/M3A1
LIFECYCLE PHASE container roll-in and roll-out platform; and the M1/M1077A1 flat racks.
Materiel Solution Analysis The PLS trailer also has a payload capacity of 16.5 tons, which matches
the payload capacity of the PLS truck.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
The new PLSA1 truck model began fielding in 2011. It incorporates
Engineering & Manufacturing independent front suspension, a new Caterpillar C-15 engine, the
Development Allison 4500SP 6-speed transmission, J-1939 data-bus and a cab that is
Production & Deployment common with the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck A4 long-
term, armor-strategy-compliant cab.
Operations & Support
The PLS Extended Service Program (ESP) is a recapitalization program
that converts high-mileage base PLS trucks to zero miles and zero
MILESTONE DECISION hours and to the current A1 production truck configurations. The base
AUTHORITY PLS trucks are disassembled and rebuilt with improved technology
Defense Acquisition Executive such as an electronically controlled engine, electronic transmission,
air ride seats, four-point seatbelts, bolted-together wheels, increased
Army Acquisition Executive
corrosion protection, enhanced electrical package and independent
Program Executive Officer front suspension.

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PLS, ESP
Turkey, Israel and Jordan

CONTRACTORS
Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI)

SPECIFICATIONS
PLS PLSA1
Engine DDC 8V92 - 500 horsepower CAT C-15 - 600 hp @ 2100 RPM
Transmission Allison CLT-755 - 5-Speed Allison HD 4500 - 6-Speed
Transfer Case Oshkosh 55,000 - 2-Speed New Oshkosh - 2-Speed
Axles Front: Tandem Rockwell SVI 5MR/Planetary Hub Oshkosh TAK-4 with AxleTech
carrier with differential lock and
planetary wheelends
Axles: Rear Tridem Rockwell SVI 5MR AxleTech carrier with differential lock
and planetary wheel ends
Suspension - Axles #1 & #2 Hendrickson RT-340 - Walking Beam Oshkosh TAK 4 Steel Spring
Suspension - Axle #3 Hendrickson-Turner Air Ride Hendrickson-Turner Air Ride
Suspension - Axles #4 & #5 Hendrickson RT-400 - Walking Beam Hendrickson RT-400 - Walking Beam
Wheel Ends Rockwell Rockwell
Control Arms N/A Standard MTVR on Front Tandem
Steering Gears - Front 492 Master/M110 Slave M110 Master/M110 Slave
Steering Gears - Rear 492 M110
Frame Rails 14-inch 14-inch
Cab PLS LTAS Compliant Common Cab
Radiator Roof Mount Side Mount
Muffler PLS New
Air Cleaner United Air United Air
LHS Multilift MK V Multilift MK V
Crane Grove Grove
Tires Michelin 16.00 R20 XZLT Michelin 16.00 R20 XZLT
Spare Tire 1 - Side Mounted 1 - Roof Mounted
CTI CM Automotive Dana
Air Compressor 1400 Bendix 922 Bendix
Starter Prestolite Prestolite
Alternator 12/24V 260 Amp Niehoff

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PATRIOT Advanced Capability – 3 (PAC-3)

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION the MDA for the PAC-3 MSE. The Army continues to modernize
FUNCTION The Phased Array Tracking Radar to Intercept of Target (PATRIOT) PATRIOT through phased efforts to maintain and improve system
Mission Command Missile protects ground forces and critical assets at all echelons from capabilities in the complex threat environment. This modernization
advanced aircraft, cruise missiles and tactical ballistic missiles (TBM). provides greater resilience against advanced threats and leverages the
Movement and Maneuver The PATRIOT Advanced Capability – 3 (PAC-3) is the Army’s premier enlarged engagement area afforded by the PAC-3 MSE interceptor.
Intelligence guided air-and-missile defense (AMD) system providing highly reactive PATRIOT is transitioning to the Integrated Air and Missile Defense
hit-to-kill capability in both range and altitude while operating in Battle Command System networked architecture.
Fires
all environments.
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Maneuver Support The combat element of the PATRIOT system is the fire unit, primarily PATRIOT is a combat-proven ground-based AMD system that is
and Protection consisting of a radar set (RS), engagement control station (ECS) and providing critical AMD protection to the warfighter in 15 countries.
launching stations (LS). The RS provides airspace surveillance, target Twelve foreign partners have PATRIOT in their inventories.
Engagement detection, identification, classification, simultaneous tracking of targets,
missile guidance and engagement support. The LS performs transport SPECIFICATIONS
and missile launch functions remotely operated from the ECS, which •  dvanced multifunction radar
A
ACQUISITION provides command and control. The LS has a load-out capacity of • Engagement control operations
LIFECYCLE PHASE between 12 and 16 PAC-3 missiles depending on configuration. The • Launcher capable of remote operations
Materiel Solution Analysis PAC-3 missile was initially fielded in 2001, introducing hit-to-kill • Deployed by fire units organized within a battalion
technology for greater lethality against TBM, cruise missiles and aircraft • Supported by ancillary communications and maintenance ground
Technology Maturation &
carrying weapons of mass destruction. The combination of a highly support equipment
Risk Reduction
responsive airframe and attitude control motors generates an angle of • Designed to defend against current and emerging threats, including
Engineering & Manufacturing attack that would not be achievable with actuator-driven aerodynamic weapons of mass destruction
Development control surfaces alone.
Production & Deployment PROGRAM STATUS
The PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE), fielded in 2015, • F Y13-FY15: Post-Deployment Build-7 (PDB-7) fielding
Operations & Support
represents the next generation PAC-3 missile and provides expanded • 2QFY14: PAC-3 MSE Milestone C Defense Acquisition Board
battlespace performance against complex threats. The PAC-3 • 1QFY16: PAC-3 MSE First Unit Equipped
MSE improves upon the original PAC-3 capability with a higher
MILESTONE DECISION performance solid rocket motor, modified lethality enhancer, more PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
AUTHORITY responsive control surfaces, upgraded guidance software and insensitive • 1QFY17: PAC-3 MSE Initial Operational Capability
Defense Acquisition Executive munitions improvements. • 3QFY17: PDB-8 and PAC-3 MSE Initial Operational Test
& Evaluation
Army Acquisition Executive
PAC-3 milestone authority was assigned to the Army in 2004. The • 1QFY18: PAC-3 MSE Full-Rate Production
Program Executive Officer Army Acquisition Executive remains the Milestone Decision Authority
(MDA) for the PAC-3 while the Defense Acquisition Executive is

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PAC-3: Germany, Japan, Netherlands, Taiwan,
United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar and Korea

CONTRACTORS
Missile Program Management Team: Lockheed
Martin (Dallas, TX)
Missile Assembly: Lockheed Martin
(Camden, AR)
System Integration/Ground Equipment: Raytheon (Andover, MA)

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RQ-7Bv2 Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft

System (TUAS)
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION transported in three C-130s. All components can be slung under a CH-
FUNCTION The RQ-7Bv2 Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS) 47 or CH-53 helicopter for transport.
Mission Command provides reconnaissance, surveillance, target acquisition and force
protection for the Brigade Combat Team (BCT) in near-real-time BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Movement and Maneuver during day, night and limited adverse weather conditions. The system The RQ-7Bv2 provides Army BCT, Aviation Brigades and Special
Intelligence is compatible with the All Source Analysis System, Advanced Field Operation Units dedicated near-real-time reconnaissance, surveillance
Artillery Tactical Data System, Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar and target acquisition; intelligence; battle damage assessment; and
Fires
System Common Ground Station, Joint Technical Architecture – Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) capability. The RQ-7Bv2,
Sustainment Army, the Defense Information Infrastructure Common Operating teamed with the AH-64D/E, provides support and situational awareness
Maneuver Support Environment and the Universal Ground Control Station (UGCS). The to both the Soldier on the ground and warfighting leadership as they
and Protection RQ-7Bv2 Shadow can be transported by six Air Force C-130 aircraft. It carry out operations in support of U.S. national interests.
is currently operational in both the Army and Marine Corps.
Engagement SPECIFICATIONS
The RQ-7Bv2 Shadow configuration, fielded in platoon sets, consists of: •  ingspan: 20 feet
W
• Four air vehicles with day and night electro-optical (EO) and • Gross takeoff weight: 440-plus pounds
ACQUISITION infrared (IR) with laser designator (LD) and IR illuminator payloads • Payload capacity: 60 pounds
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Two UGCS on High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles • Endurance: 8-plus hours on-station at a distance of 50 km
Materiel Solution Analysis • Four One System Remote Video Transceivers • Capable of cooperative engagements with AH-64E Apache
• One hydraulic launcher for MUM-T
Technology Maturation &
• Two ground data terminals
Risk Reduction
• Associated trucks, trailers and support equipment PROGRAM STATUS
Engineering & Manufacturing • Current: In production and deployment with the V2 configuration;
Development Shadow platoons are organic to the BCT. The Soldier platoon consists flown more than 960,000 hours, 90 percent of it in combat
Production & Deployment of a platoon leader, platoon sergeant, unmanned aerial vehicle warrant
officer, 12 Air Vehicle Operators and Mission Payload Operators, 4 PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Operations & Support
electronic warfare repair personnel, and 3 engine mechanics supporting • F Y16-17: Continue fielding v2 block upgrade to the Heavy Armed
launch and recovery. The Maintenance Section Multifunctional is Reconnaissance Squadrons in accordance with the Aviation
manned by Soldiers who also transport spares and provide maintenance Restructure Initiative; procure second source EO, IR, and LD
MILESTONE DECISION support. The Mobile Maintenance Facility is manned by contractor payloads and Block III engines
AUTHORITY personnel located with the Shadow platoon to provide logistics support
Defense Acquisition Executive to include off-system support and maintenance-by-repair.
Army Acquisition Executive
The Shadow also has an early entry configuration of 15 Soldiers, one
Program Executive Officer Ground Control Station, the air vehicle transport High Mobility
Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, and the launcher trailer, which can be

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RQ-7Bv2 Shadow
Australia

CONTRACTORS
Shadow System: AAI Corp. (Textron Systems)
(Hunt Valley, MD)

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Stryker Family of Vehicles

PEO Ground Combat Systems | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

FUNCTION The National Military Strategy requires an Army that is rapidly deployable Stryker vehicles provide the warfighter with a reliable, combat-
Mission Command and strategically responsive across the full spectrum of operations. The tested platform that includes significant survivability and capability
Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) encompasses capabilities and enhancements since the original fielding in 2002.
Movement and Maneuver characteristics that are needed but were not available until the first
Intelligence SBCT was declared operationally capable. As the primary combat and SPECIFICATIONS
combat support platform of the SBCT, the Stryker Family of Vehicles • B uilt on a common chassis, with the exception of MGS and NBCRV,
Fires
fulfills an immediate requirement for a strategically deployable (C-130/ to reduce logistical footprint
Sustainment C-17/C-5) brigade capable of rapid movement worldwide in a combat- • Certain variants, excluding the MEV, ATGM, FSV, RV, MC and
Maneuver Support ready configuration. MGS, armed with Remote Weapon Station supporting M2 .50
and Protection Caliber machine gun or MK19 grenade launcher
The Stryker Family of Vehicles is built on a common chassis, each with • Top speed: 60 mph
Engagement a different Mission Equipment Package. There are 17 variants: 10 flat- • Range: 330 miles
bottom variants that include the Infantry Carrier Vehicle (ICV), Mobile • Either 4x8 or 8x8 capability with run-flat tires, central tire inflation
Gun System (MGS), Reconnaissance Vehicle (RV), Mortar Carrier system and vehicle height management system
ACQUISITION (MC), Commander’s Vehicle (CV), Fire Support Vehicle (FSV), Engineer
LIFECYCLE PHASE Squad Vehicle (ESV), Medical Evacuation Vehicle (MEV), Anti-tank PROGRAM STATUS
Materiel Solution Analysis Guided Missile (ATGM) Vehicle and Nuclear Biological Chemical • 3 QFY13: Army approves Prototype Build and Test for Engineering
Reconnaissance Vehicle (NBCRV); and seven Double-V-Hull (DVH) Change Proposal 1; Army approves procurement of Stryker DVH for
Technology Maturation &
variants for the following: ICV, CV, MEV, MC, ATGM, FSV and ESV. 3rd DVH Brigade; Completion of Stryker fielding for SBCT 9
Risk Reduction
• 1QFY14: Army directs fielding of DVH Strykers to SBCT,
Engineering & Manufacturing The Stryker program leverages nondevelopmental items with common displacing flat-bottom Strykers
Development subsystems and components to allow rapid acquisition and fielding. • 2QFY14: Army begins first DVH Brigade fielding (1/4 SBCT, Fort
Production & Deployment Stryker integrates government-furnished materiel subsystems as required Carson, CO)
and stresses performance and commonality to reduce the logistics • 4QFY14: Army approves procurement of Stryker DVH for 4th
Operations & Support
footprint and minimize costs. The 30 mm cannon was integrated on DVH Brigade
the Stryker platform to meet emerging operational requirements and • 3QFY15: Army receives Operational Needs Statement for increased
to improve survivability. With the integration of Engineering Change lethality and authorizes execution
MILESTONE DECISION Proposal 1 beginning 3QFY16 providing greater horsepower and • 4QFY15: Completion of 2nd DVH Brigade fielding (3CR, Fort
AUTHORITY electrical output, along with a more robust suspension and in-vehicle Hood, TX)
Defense Acquisition Executive network, the Stryker will be an even more capable platform.
PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Army Acquisition Executive
• 3
 QFY16: Army begins production of DVH Strykers for 4th DVH
Program Executive Officer Brigade incorporating ECP1 technologies; Army completes fielding
of 3rd DVH Brigade

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Stryker FOV
None

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics Land Systems
(Sterling Heights, MI)

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Tactical Mission Command (TMC)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • B
 attle Command Sustainment Support System – Node Management
FUNCTION Tactical Mission Command (TMC) is a suite of products and services (BCS3-NM) provides Web-based distribution management that
Mission Command that provides commanders and staffs with planning tools, common integrates joint ITV and AV data sources focused on supply storage
operational picture management, information and knowledge and distribution nodes
Movement and Maneuver management, other maneuver functional tools, and executive decision
Intelligence making in a collaborative environment. Many TMC capabilities are PROGRAM STATUS
transitioning to Web-based widgets that can be accessed via a secure • 1 QFY13: Quarterly release decision for MC13.0 baseline
Fires
Internet as part of the Army’s Command Post Computing Environment (Convergence)
Sustainment (CP CE). The CP CE is consolidating and simplifying the separate • 2QFY13: Certification Test for Command Post Web Engineer
Maneuver Support capabilities that commanders use for missions related to all of the Mobility Services (EMS) and Obstacle and Hazard Services
and Protection warfighting functions. (OH) Widgets
• 3QFY13:
Engagement BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› CPOF next-generation architecture demonstration and Command
TMC helps provide commanders with a consolidated readiness picture Post Web demonstration of all Maneuver Function capabilities at
on a singular workstation, lessens the logistics trail for Soldiers and Network Integration Evaluation (NIE) 13.2
ACQUISITION reduces the training burden. ›› Fielding decision for Command Post Web EMS and OH Widgets
LIFECYCLE PHASE • 2QFY13-3QFY13: Common Operating Environment (COE)1.0
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS Integration and Interoperability Event (I2E) and Army
• C ommand Web provides modular software widgets served up Interoperability Certification (AIC) for CPOF and Command
Technology Maturation &
over the Web, improved supportability, ease of use in robust Post Web
Risk Reduction
network environments • 3QFY14: CPOF and Command Post Web demonstration and
Engineering & Manufacturing • Command Post of the Future (CPOF) is the commander’s support for NIE 14.2
Development situational awareness and decision support tool for the company level • 3QFY14-4QFY14: COE2.0 I2E and AIC for CPOF and Command
Production & Deployment and above; integrates data feeds from other Army, Joint, Coalition Post Web
systems into a tailorable operating picture • 1QFY15:
Operations & Support
• Common Tactical Vision is an intuitive touch-screen situational ›› COE2.0 Fielding Decision for CPOF and Command Post Web
awareness viewer with digital video recorder playback capability that ›› Support for NIE 15.1
provides Common Operational Picture data • 4QFY15:
MILESTONE DECISION • Battle Command Sustainment Support System (BCS3) provides ›› CPOF 13.2 Final Release
AUTHORITY supply visibility, logistics reporting, convoy tracking and alert ›› CP CE System Readiness Review
Defense Acquisition Executive reporting capabilities; includes the Logistics Reporting Tool, In-
transit Visibility (ITV), Asset Visibility (AV) and Log View PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Army Acquisition Executive
Web-apps • 2QFY16:
Program Executive Officer ›› Command Web Operational Test
›› NIE 16.2 CP CE Operational Assessment

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TMC
Canada

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics (Taunton, MA; Fairfax, VA)
AASKI Technology (Ocean, NJ)
Computer Sciences Corporation (Belcamp, MD)
Future Skies (Aberdeen, MD)

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Tube-Launched, Optically Tracked, Wireless-

Guided (TOW) Missiles
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION maximum performance. The TOW BB can produce a 21- to 24-inch-
FUNCTION The Close Combat Missile System – Heavy (CCMS-H) TOW (Tube- diameter hole in an 8-inch-thick, double reinforced concrete wall at a
Mission Command Launched, Optically Tracked, Wireless-Guided) Missile is a heavy anti- range of between 65 and 3,750 meters.
tank/precision assault weapon system consisting of a launcher and a
Movement and Maneuver missile. The gunner defines the aim point by maintaining the sight cross BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Intelligence hairs on the target. The launcher automatically steers the missile along The TOW Missile provides the warfighter with precise, lethal, direct
the line-of-sight toward the aim point via a one-way radio frequency fires against main battle tanks, field fortifications, heavy weapons
Fires
link, which links the launcher and missile. teams, snipers and other targets of opportunity while minimizing
Sustainment collateral damage.
Maneuver Support TOW missiles are employed on the High Mobility Multipurpose
and Protection Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV)-mounted Improved Target Acquisition SPECIFICATIONS
System, HMMWV-mounted M220A4 launcher (TOW 2), Stryker •  eight: 49.8 pounds (65 pounds encased)
W
Engagement Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) Vehicles, and Bradley Fighting • Length: 49 inches
Vehicles (A2/A2ODS/A2OIF/A3) within the Infantry, Stryker, and • Diameter: 6 inches (8.6 inches encased)
Armor Brigade Combat Teams, respectively. TOW missiles are also • Range: 4,500 meters (TOW 2B Aero)
ACQUISITION employed on the Marine HMMWV-mounted Saber, HMMWV-
LIFECYCLE PHASE mounted M220A4 TOW 2, LAV-ATGM Vehicle and AH1W Cobra PROGRAM STATUS
Materiel Solution Analysis attack helicopter. TOW is also employed by allied nations on a variety • C
 urrent: TOW missiles are procured via an FY12-FY16 TOW
of ground and airborne platforms. multiyear contract
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
The TOW 2B Aero is the most modern and capable missile in the TOW PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engineering & Manufacturing family, with an extended maximum range to 4,500 meters. The TOW • F Y16-FY17: Continue production and delivery
Development 2B Aero has an advanced counteractive protection system capability and
Production & Deployment defeats all current and projected threat armor systems. The TOW 2B
flies over the target (offset above the gunner’s aim point) and uses a laser
Operations & Support
profilometer and magnetic sensor to detect and fire two downward-
directed, explosively formed penetrator warheads into the target.

MILESTONE DECISION The TOW Bunker Buster (BB) is optimized for performance against
AUTHORITY urban structures, earthen bunkers, field fortifications and light-
Defense Acquisition Executive skinned armor threats. The missile impact is at the aim point. It has
a 6.25-pound, 6-inch diameter high-explosive, bulk-charge warhead.
Army Acquisition Executive
The TOW BB has an impact sensor (crush switch) located in the main
Program Executive Officer charge and gives a pyrotechnic detonation delay to enhance warhead
effectiveness. The PBXN-109 explosive is housed in a thick casing for

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TOW Missiles
The TOW weapon system has been sold to more
than 43 allied nations over the life of the system.

CONTRACTORS
Raytheon Missile Systems (Tucson, AZ)

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Warfighter Information Network – Tactical

(WIN-T) Increment 1
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Satellite Transportable Terminal, a highly mobile satellite system

FUNCTION The Army began fielding the Warfighter Information Network – operating with Joint Network Node and Battalion Command Post
Mission Command Tactical (WIN-T) Increment 1, formerly known as the “Joint Network Node, establishes secure voice, video and data communications
Node Network,” in 2004 and completed fielding in 2012 to all units anytime, anywhere
Movement and Maneuver dedicated to receive the capability.
Intelligence PROGRAM STATUS
The WIN-T Increment 1 End Of Life Technical Refresh effort currently • 2QFY13-2QFY15:
Fires
underway is one of four upgrades being made to WIN-T Increment 1. ›› Increment 1B MWO fielding
Sustainment This effort advances capability while reducing equipment by one-third ›› Increment 1A End of Life Technical Refresh
Maneuver Support for increased unit agility. An ongoing enhanced networking upgrade, • F Y15: Continue fielding of Increment 1B colorless core and net
and Protection the WIN-T Increment 1B upgrade improves the efficiency, security and centric waveform modem MWO
interoperability of the network. Other upgrades include the Network • 3QFY15: Begin fielding new Increment 1B Upgraded baseline
Engagement Operations Convergence Upgrade that simplifies and reduces the • 4QFY15: Fielding begins for next baseline of End of Life
number of network management tools communications officers (S6s
and G6s) use to manage the tactical communications network, and the PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION High Capacity Line Of Sight Radio Upgrade that provides more than a • F Y16-FY18: Procuring and Fielding Wireless capability to Brigade,
LIFECYCLE PHASE fourfold increase in throughput. ESB and above
Materiel Solution Analysis
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Technology Maturation &
Similar to a home Internet connection, WIN-T Increment 1 provides a
Risk Reduction
full range of at-the-halt data, voice and video communications, allowing
Engineering & Manufacturing Soldiers to simply pull over to the side of the road to communicate.
Development WIN-T Increment 1 provides this networking capability to command
Production & Deployment posts and units at the battalion level and above.
Operations & Support SPECIFICATIONS
• High-speed, wide-area network capability for secure voice, video and
data exchange from three types of transportable network nodes
MILESTONE DECISION ›› Tactical Hub Node supports division headquarters
AUTHORITY ›› Joint Network Node supports brigade-level headquarters
Defense Acquisition Executive ›› Battalion Command Post Node supports battalion-level
headquarters
Army Acquisition Executive
• Regional Hub Node, a fourth and fixed-installation equivalent to
Program Executive Officer three Tactical Hub Nodes, supports theater-level operations

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WIN-T Inc. 1
None

CONTRACTORS
Increment 1B Colorless Core Kits Production
and Integration: General Dynamics C4 Systems,
Inc. (Taunton, MA)
Transportable Terminals: General Dynamics
SATCOM Technologies (Duluth, GA)
PM Support: Engineering Solutions and Products (Aberdeen, MD)
JANUS (Aberdeen, MD)

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Warfighter Information Network – Tactical

(WIN-T) Increment 2
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Soldier Network Extension (SNE) installed on select vehicles at the
FUNCTION The Warfighter Information Network – Tactical (WIN-T) Increment company echelon to extend network from brigade down to company
Mission Command 2 began fielding in October 2012 and serves as the tactical network level for the first time; on-the-move satellite communication systems
communications backbone of the Army’s capability sets. With WIN-T enables SNE to heal and extend lower echelon tactical radio network
Movement and Maneuver Increment 2, Soldiers can utilize applications for maneuver, fires and for features blocked by terrain
Intelligence intelligence from inside vehicles, enabling commanders to make • Vehicle Wireless Package (VWP) for non-WIN-T command and
decisions on-the-move rather than being tied down to a fixed command control (C2) vehicles provides remote connectivity to a TCN via a
Fires
post. This ensures effective and unpredictable offensive and defensive Local Access Waveform for C2 vehicles during at-the-halt and on-
Sustainment operations. the-move operations
Maneuver Support • NetOps and Security Center provides network management,
and Protection The Tactical Communications Node (TCN) provides the principal enhanced tactical network planning, administration, monitoring
backbone element and supports command post operations for the and response capabilities
Engagement WIN-T Increment 2 network. It provides communication and
networking equipment and allows the Soldier to access the network at a PROGRAM STATUS
variety of security levels. While at-the-halt, the TCN is equipped with • 3QFY13: Initial Operational Capability
ACQUISITION a 10-meter, extendable mast to improve line-of-sight connectivity and • F Y13-FY15: Low-Rate Initial Production WIN-T Increment
LIFECYCLE PHASE larger satellite assemblage for high throughput. 2 fielding
Materiel Solution Analysis • F Y14-FY15: Successful completion Network Integration Evaluation
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER 14.2 and 15.1 Operational Tests
Technology Maturation &
Combat vehicles integrated with WIN-T Increment 2 provide the on- • 2QFY15: Successful Full-Rate Production decision
Risk Reduction
the-move communications, mission command and situational awareness • 3QFY15: Initial Full-Rate Production Contract Award
Engineering & Manufacturing that commanders need to lead from anywhere on the battlefield. WIN-T
Development Increment 2 enables deployed Soldiers down to the company level PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Production & Deployment operating in remote and challenging terrain to maintain voice, video • F Y16-FY17:
and data communications while on patrol, with connectivity rivaling ›› Full-Rate Production WIN-T Fielding
Operations & Support
that found in a stationary command post. ›› W IN-T Increment 2 System Enhancement Integration
• 2QFY17: TCN (Lite) and Network Operations Security Center
SPECIFICATIONS (Lite) Operational Tests
MILESTONE DECISION • Point of Presence installed on select platforms at division, brigade
AUTHORITY and battalion echelons, enabling mobile mission command by
Defense Acquisition Executive providing on-the-move network connectivity, including beyond-line-
of-sight
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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WIN-T Inc. 2
None

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics (Taunton, MA)

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Warfighter Information Network – Tactical

(WIN-T) Increment 3
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Warfighter Information Network – Tactical (WIN-T) Increment 3 • I mproved beyond line-of-sight satellite communications via next
Mission Command provides the fully integrated network operations (NetOps) capability to generation Multi-Frequency Time Division Multiple Access Net-
allow seamless integration of tactical network planning, management, Centric Waveform supporting data rate increases for large terminals
Movement and Maneuver monitoring and defense for the Signal Staff. NetOps will be provided • Next generation line-of-sight Highband Networking Waveform
Intelligence as a technical insertion to WIN-T Increments 1 and 2 for fielding version 3.0 available to other programs via the Joint Tactical
and support. Networking Information Repository
Fires
Sustainment WIN-T Increment 3 provides enhanced NetOps software packages that PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support support NetOps convergence activities across WIN-T and the Lower • 1QFY14: Critical Design Review
and Protection Tactical Internet to meet the Army’s Convergence goals and Common • 4QFY14: WIN-T Increment 3 restructure finalized
Operating Environment interoperability. It also brings advancements in • FY14-FY15: Software development efforts
Engagement monitoring, control and planning tools to ensure effective management
of emerging voice, data and internet transport networks, as well as PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
improved information assurance and Network Centric Enterprise • 2
 QFY16: Network Integration Evaluation 16.2 Net Centric
ACQUISITION Services. Inherent software modernization occurs through ongoing Waveform and NetOps Operational Tests
LIFECYCLE PHASE technical refresh within the WIN-T family of programs. • 4QFY16: Program development complete
Materiel Solution Analysis
WIN-T Increment 3 also provides waveform management and
Technology Maturation &
modernization with the new Highband Networking Waveform version
Risk Reduction
3.0 for line-of-sight communications, and the Net Centric Waveform
Engineering & Manufacturing version 10.x for increased throughput capability for beyond-line-of-sight
Development satellite communications.
Production & Deployment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Operations & Support
These NetOps improvements simplify the management of the network,
and increase the automation of tools and reporting. The effort will
also increase visibility for the warfighter across the network to make
MILESTONE DECISION communications systems easier to install, operate, maintain and defend
AUTHORITY — key elements to supporting an agile Future Force.
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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WIN-T Inc. 3
None

CONTRACTORS
Prime: General Dynamics (Taunton, MA, and
Sunrise, FL)
Subcomponent: Lockheed Martin
(Gaithersburg, MD)

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ACAT II and III

Listed in alphabetical order

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120M Motor Grader

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The 120M Motor Grader is a heavy-duty, pneumatic-tired commercial • 1QFY15: Complete air drop testing for Type IA Airborne variant
Mission Command construction grader. It performs rough and fine grading, ditching, high- • 2QFY15: Completed Developmental Testing for Type IA
bank cutting and sloping and will serve the needs of Brigade Engineer Airborne variant
Movement and Maneuver Battalion, Infantry Brigade Combat Team and Equipment Support • Through FY15: 734 Type I systems fielded
Intelligence Company Airborne units employed and/or positioned throughout the
entire range of military operations. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Fires
• 2QFY16: Type IA Full Materiel Release, Full-Rate Production
Sustainment The 120M Motor Grader will be used along with other construction • 3QFY16: Type IA First Unit equipped
Maneuver Support equipment to conduct general construction missions in support of • 4
 QFY16: Complete Type IA Army Acquisition Objective fielding of
and Protection repair, maintenance and construction of air and ground lines of 20 systems
communication, repair and restoration of infrastructure, and to enhance • 1QFY17: Field 17 Type I Graders
Engagement force and infrastructure protection. The Grader Type IA is air-droppable,
commercial off-the-shelf construction equipment that is fully adaptable
to military operations.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Materiel Solution Analysis The 120M Motor Grader improves and repairs air and ground lines
of communication, such as airfields and main supply routes, which
Technology Maturation &
enhances infrastructure and force protection.
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing SPECIFICATIONS
Development • S ix-wheeled, commercial, construction grader with all-wheel drive,
Production & Deployment articulated frame steer and pneumatic tires
• Electro-hydraulic joystick control operation
Operations & Support
• Automatic power shift transmission with eight forward and six
reverse speeds

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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120M Motor Grader

Iraq and Afghanistan

CONTRACTORS
Caterpillar, Inc. (Peoria, IL)

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621G Scraper
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION The 621G Scraper is a self-propelled, open-bowl, two-axle, single-diesel-
Mission Command engine-driven vehicle with pneumatic tires. It is capable of being push
loaded with a T-9 Medium Dozer, reducing bowl loading times to less
Movement and Maneuver than one minute, and accepting the armor Crew Protection Kit. The
Intelligence 621G Scraper is used for cutting, scraping, self-loading, hauling, dumping
and spreading of earth during earth-moving operations.
Fires
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Maneuver Support The 621G Scraper provides cutting, dumping and spreading of soil in
and Protection worldwide earth-moving and construction projects by Army forces in
engineer troop support.
Engagement
SPECIFICATIONS
• Payload capacity: 52,800 pounds and 22 loose cubic yards
ACQUISITION • Cutting width: 119 inches
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Speed: 32 mph fully loaded
Materiel Solution Analysis
PROGRAM STATUS
Technology Maturation &
• 3QFY13-4QFY15: Fielded 362 621G Scrapers
Risk Reduction
• 3QFY13-4QFY15: Trained 357 Soldiers from 60 different units
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Production & Deployment • F Y16-FY20: Continue 621G Scraper fielding and training
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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621G Scraper
Iraq and Afghanistan

CONTRACTORS
Caterpillar, Inc. (Peoria, IL)

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Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System

(AFATDS)
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) software • 3QFY15: AFATDS V6.8.0.1 fielding complete
Mission Command is used to plan, execute and deliver lethal and nonlethal effects within • F Y15: AFATDS Increment 2 designated as Software Modernization
the overall Mission Command and Control Enterprise. AFATDS effort and to be delivered as AFATDS 7.0
Movement and Maneuver interoperates and integrates with more than 80 different battlefield • 1QFY16: AFATDS 7.0 Software Modernization Request for
Intelligence systems, including Navy and Air Force command and control weapon Proposal release
systems and German, French, Turkish and Italian fire-support systems.
Fires PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Sustainment AFATDS fuses the essential situational awareness data, intelligence • 3
 QFY16: Network Integration Evaluation 16.2 AFATDS supports
Maneuver Support information and targeting data in near real-time to make effective Command Post Computing Environment evaluation
and Protection targeting decisions that align with Mission Command guidance and
priorities. It pairs targets to weapons to provide optimum use of fire-
Engagement support assets and timely execution of fire missions. It also automates the
planning, coordinating and controlling of all fire-support assets (field
artillery, mortars, close air support, naval gunfire, attack helicopters,
ACQUISITION offensive electronic warfare, fire-support meteorological systems, forward
LIFECYCLE PHASE observers and fire-support radars).
Materiel Solution Analysis
The Army Acquisition Executive redesignated AFATDS Increment 2
Technology Maturation &
as a software modernization effort of the existing AFATDS program.
Risk Reduction
AFATDS V7.0 will provide network-based capabilities to enable role-
Engineering & Manufacturing and duty-based functionality, and to establish an architecture for a future
Development single integrated Fires Command and Control System.
Production & Deployment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Operations & Support
AFATDS provides the Army, Navy and Marine Corps with automated
fires-support command, control and communications. It is used to
plan, execute and deliver lethal and nonlethal effects. AFATDS also
MILESTONE DECISION provides Joint/Coalition Situational Awareness for fires execution and
AUTHORITY mission management.
Defense Acquisition Executive
SPECIFICATIONS
Army Acquisition Executive
• Windows software runs on ruggedized laptop computer
Program Executive Officer

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AFATDS
Australia, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Portugal,
Taiwan and Turkey

CONTRACTORS
Raytheon (Fort Wayne, IN)
General Dynamics (Taunton, MA)

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Air and Missile Defense Planning and Control

System (AMDPCS)
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Air and Missile Defense Planning and Control System (AMDPCS) • F Y15: Production, overhaul and deployment
Mission Command provides an automated command and control system to integrate Air and
Missile Defense planning and operations. There are two configurations PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver of AMDPCS, which are deployed with Air Defense Artillery (ADA) • 3
 QFY16: AMDWS Block V Contract Award
Intelligence units, including ADA Batteries, Battalions, Brigades and U.S. Army Air • 1QFY17: ADAM Common Operating Environment projected for
and Missile Defense Commands (AAMDC). Army Warfighter Assessment 17.1
Fires
• 4QFY17: Field AMDPCS configurations to 263rd AAMDC
Sustainment A third configuration, the Air Defense and Airspace Management
Maneuver Support (ADAM), is deployed with Army maneuver units, including Brigade
and Protection Combat Teams, Functional Support Brigades, and Division and Corps
Headquarters. ADAM provides collaboration and staff planning
Engagement capabilities through Army Mission Command and operational links
for airspace coordination with Joint, interagency, multinational and
coalition forces.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Materiel Solution Analysis AMDPCS in ADA Brigades and AAMDC provides expanded staff
planning and coordination capabilities for integrating defense of the air
Technology Maturation &
battlespace. ADAM provides maneuver units with collaboration and staff
Risk Reduction
planning capabilities, and operational links for airspace coordination.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development SPECIFICATIONS
Production & Deployment • A MDPCS includes shelters, automated data processing equipment,
tactical communications, standard vehicles, tactical power and two
Operations & Support
software systems for force and engagement operations:
›› A ir and Missile Defense Workstation (AMDWS), a staff planning
and battlespace situational awareness tool
MILESTONE DECISION ›› A ir Defense System Integrator (ADSI), a Joint
AUTHORITY multicommunications processor providing external Joint messages
Defense Acquisition Executive • A DAM is a standard shelter mounted on a High Mobility
Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle with multiple radios, processors
Army Acquisition Executive
and servers
Program Executive Officer

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AMDPCS
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman (Huntsville, AL)

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Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Targets

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Targets program provides live targets and  he ADA Targets program is composed of three primary components:
T
Mission Command scoring systems in support of ADA Standards in Training Commission • MQM-170 RPVT Outlaw
Department of Army Pamphlet 350-38 training and qualification tables. • MTR-15 BATS
Movement and Maneuver ADA Targets is comprised of three primary components: MQM-170 • Scoring MDI systems
Intelligence Remotely Piloted Vehicle Target (RPVT) Outlaw, MTR-15 Ballistic
Aerial Target System (BATS) and Scoring Miss Distance Indicator PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
(MDI) systems. • 2QFY15: Annual Gunnery Qualification Training for Avenger
Sustainment and Indirect Fire Protection Capability Army Air Defense units
Maneuver Support The MQM-170 RPVT Outlaw system and the scoring systems are • 3QFY15: Marine Corps Stinger Training
and Protection government-owned/contractor-operated with target operations provided • 4QFY15: Navy Carrier fleet (surrogate threat Unmanned
on unit training ranges. The MTR-15 BATS is a government-owned/ Aircraft Systems (UAS)) training and surrogate UAS joint
Engagement government-operated system with targets provided to the unit for testing requirements
operation on their ranges. These systems are available for use on DoD
test or training ranges within the continental United States and overseas, PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION as well as in support of foreign military sales clients. • F Y16-17: Continued support for ADA Qualification Training,
LIFECYCLE PHASE Black Dart Counter UAS demonstration support, National Training
Materiel Solution Analysis Crew-gunnery and live-fire training are conducted using various Center Surrogate Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance,
unmanned aerial targets. The targets are threat representative of real UAS Opposing Force training with other Combat Training Center
Technology Maturation &
cruise missiles, unmanned aircraft systems and tactical fixed-wing involvement, continued support for testing, and support for multiple
Risk Reduction
aircraft currently being employed against U.S. forces. These targets must Research, Development, Test & Evaluation activities for Army and
Engineering & Manufacturing be capable of representing generic threat characteristics and must allow other military services laboratories
Development the ADA weapon systems crew to employ missile and gun systems to
Production & Deployment engage and destroy the target systems. ADA unit training programs
must result in demonstrated tactical and technical competence, Soldier
Operations & Support
confidence in their weapon systems, and the abilities of our Soldiers to
employ their weapon systems in a field environment.

MILESTONE DECISION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

AUTHORITY The ADA Targets program is an integral part of supporting ground
Defense Acquisition Executive combat readiness. ADA units cannot train or maintain certification for
their wartime mission without enemy-representative targets supporting
Army Acquisition Executive
their live-fire training events.
Program Executive Officer

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ADA Targets
Israel, Japan, Portugal and NATO Support Agency

CONTRACTORS
Griffon Aerospace (Madison, AL)

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Air Soldier System (Air SS)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • A ircrew Combat Ensemble reduces weight and bulk, integrates the
FUNCTION The Air Soldier System (Air SS) is flight crew life support equipment that Soldier Protection System modular ballistic system, and enhances
Mission Command improves mission effectiveness and duration by integrating protective compatibility and stowage interface for current and future clothing
clothing, personal electronics and survival equipment. Mission and and individual equipment
Movement and Maneuver survival gear sustains the aviation Soldier in water immersion, extreme
Intelligence heat and cold, and protects the Soldier from flash fire, crash impact, PROGRAM STATUS
and chemical and ballistic threats. Air SS reduces body-worn bulk • 4QFY15: Operational and Limited User Tests led by Operational
Fires
and weight and provides a helmet-mounted display with symbology to Test Command; UH-60M and CH-47F aircrews from the 25th
Sustainment improve flight crew coordination and safety in all conditions, including Combat Aviation Brigade evaluated the Air SS including:
Maneuver Support Degraded Visual Environments (DVE). ›› LCE
and Protection ›› Improved flight helmet
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Helmet Display and Tracking System
Engagement Air SS, through a Soldier-as-a-System approach, improves cockpit ›› Day/Night Helmet Mounted Displays
compatibility by reducing body-worn bulk and weight, enhances ›› Enhanced HMD Symbology
Situational Awareness (SA) and safety, including in DVE, and increases
ACQUISITION mission duration and effectiveness. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE • 3QFY16: Capability Production Document approval/Milestone C
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS • 4QFY16: Complete first follow-on Development Test/
• Mission Display Module and Soldier Computer Module for UH- Operational Test
Technology Maturation &
60A/L aviators provides SA, mission planning and execution and
Risk Reduction
command and control messaging
Engineering & Manufacturing • Improved HGU-56/P Flight Helmet enhances SA and safety
Development for aircrews
Production & Deployment • Electronic Flight Bag tactical tablet replaces paper-based information
in the cockpit
Operations & Support
• Common Helmet Mounted Display offers digital, wide field of view,
color flat-panel display for UH-60 and CH-47 aviators
• Helmet Head Tracking improves SA for UH-60 and CH-47 aviators
MILESTONE DECISION • Layered Clothing Ensemble (LCE) improves mission effectiveness
AUTHORITY and endurance
Defense Acquisition Executive • 3D DVE conformal symbology improves SA and safety for UH-60
and CH-47 aviators
Army Acquisition Executive
• 72-hour Survival Items reduce bulk and weight
Program Executive Officer

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Air SS
None

CONTRACTORS
Government is the prime integrator with various
vendors providing components.

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Air Warrior (AW)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • P ortable Helicopter Oxygen Delivery System, which is a

FUNCTION Air Warrior (AW) is a modular, integrated, rapidly reconfigurable Soldier-worn supplemental breathing oxygen system for
Mission Command combat aircrew ensemble that saves lives and maximizes Army aircrew high-altitude operations
mission performance. Previous aviation life-support equipment consisted • Communication Enhancement and Protection System that
Movement and Maneuver of a nonintegrated assemblage of protective and survival gear. AW uses allows for helmet hear-through capability
Intelligence a systems approach to equip the aircrew and close the capability gap
between human and machine. Fielded incrementally in blocks to rapidly PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
provide enhanced capabilities to the warfighter, AW leverages and • Current: Transitioned to Sustainment
Sustainment integrates clothing and equipment, such as the Army Aircrew Combat
Uniform and ballistic protection from other product managers. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection • None
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engagement AW provides enhanced mission effectiveness, leveraging clothing and
equipment to maximize aircrew member survivability.

ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE  W Block I provides:
A
Materiel Solution Analysis • Survival Equipment Subsystem that integrates first aid, survival,
signaling and communications equipment with body armor and
Technology Maturation &
over-water survival subsystems
Risk Reduction
• Microclimate Cooling System that increases effective mission
Engineering & Manufacturing duration in heat-stress environments by more than 350 percent
Development • A ircrew Integrated Helmet System, a lighter helmet, which increases
Production & Deployment head and hearing protection
AW Increment 3 provides:
Operations & Support
• Electronic Data Manager, a portable digital-mission planning
device that provides over-the-horizon messaging and enhanced
situational awareness capabilities through connectivity to Blue
MILESTONE DECISION Force Tracking-Aviation
AUTHORITY • A ircraft Wireless Intercom System that provides secure cordless,
Defense Acquisition Executive hands-free aircrew communications
• Survival Kit, Ready Access, Modular Go-Bag that delivers
Army Acquisition Executive
integrated hydration
Program Executive Officer

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Australia, Bahrain, Canada and United
Arab Emirates

CONTRACTORS
Government is the prime integrator with
various vendors providing components:
Telephonics Corp. (Farmingdale, NY)
Carleton Technologies, Inc. (Orchard Park, NY)
Raytheon Technical Services (Indianapolis, IN)
Communications & Ear Protection (CEP), Inc. (Enterprise, AL)
Science and Engineering Services, Inc. (SESI) (Huntsville, AL)
Gibson & Barnes (Santa Clara, CA)
Gentex Corp. (Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
Rini Technologies (Oviedo, FL)
Switlik Parachute Co. (Trenton, NJ)

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Airborne Reconnaissance Low (ARL)

PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Airborne Reconnaissance Low (ARL) is a self-deploying, multisensor, • D ual electro-optical Day and Night High-Definition Full
Mission Command day and night, all-weather reconnaissance and intelligence system. It Motion Video Sensors with Laser Range Finding and Target
consists of a modified DeHavilland Canada (DHC)-7 fixed-wing aircraft Designation Capability
Movement and Maneuver equipped with communications intelligence and imagery intelligence • Tactical Signals and Communication Intelligence/Direction
Intelligence (COMINT/IMINT), Ground Moving Target Indicator/Synthetic Finding Subsystems with Aerial Precision Geolocation and
Aperture Radar (SAR), and electro-optical and infrared full-motion Theater Net-Centric Geolocation
Fires
video capability. The payloads are controlled and operated via onboard • Synthetic Aperture Radar and Ground-Moving Target
Sustainment open-architecture, multifunction workstations. Intelligence collected Indicator Radar
Maneuver Support on the ARL can be analyzed, recorded and disseminated on the aircraft
and Protection workstations in real time and stored onboard for post-mission processing. PROGRAM STATUS
• 3QFY13: Workstation and Beyond-Line-of-Sight upgrades
Engagement The ARL system includes a variety of communications subsystems • F Y13-FY14: Continue imagery, radar, COMINT, system
to support near-real-time dissemination of intelligence and dynamic interoperability, and workstation architecture upgrades
retasking of the aircraft. It provides real-time down-link of Moving • 3QFY14: ARL-Enhanced (ARL-E) Capability Production
ACQUISITION Target Indicator (MTI) data to the Common Ground Station at the Document was approved
LIFECYCLE PHASE Brigade Combat Team through echelon-above-corps level. Seven • 3QFY15: Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) and cockpit
Materiel Solution Analysis aircraft are configured as ARL-Multifunction (ARL-M), equipped updates began
with a combination of IMINT, COMINT and SAR/MTI payload and • 4QFY15: Army Acquisition Executive redesignated ARL as ACAT
Technology Maturation &
demonstrated hyperspectral imager applications and multi-intelligence II program with PEO Aviation as the Milestone Decision Authority
Risk Reduction
data fusion capabilities. (MDA) and ARL Payloads as ACAT III with PEO Intelligence,
Engineering & Manufacturing Electronic Warfare and Sensors as the MDA
Development The ARL systems currently hosted on DHC-7 airframes will soon be • 1 QFY16: Project Manager, Sensor-Aerial Intelligence (PM SAI) awards
Production & Deployment replaced by more capable DHC-8-315 airframes. By leveraging existing Mission Equipment Package (MEP) contract for the ARL-E program;
DHC-8 platforms currently used within operational Quick Reaction MEP integration will fulfill the ARL-E CPD sensor requirements
Operations & Support
Capability programs, the Army will meet the recently approved
Capability Production Document requirements with added aircraft PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
performance capabilities. • F Y16: PM Fixed Wing (FW) delivers two ARL-E Cockpit/ASE
MILESTONE DECISION modified aircraft for induction into the ARL-E MEP
AUTHORITY BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER integration effort
Defense Acquisition Executive ARL provides tactical commanders with day and night, near-all-weather, • F
 Y17: PM FW delivers two ARL-E Cockpit/ASE modified
real-time airborne COMINT/IMINT collection and a designated area aircraft for induction into the ARL-E MEP integration effort
Army Acquisition Executive
surveillance system. It can support collection requirements of Brigade • F
 Y18: PM SAI performs Systems Integration Laboratory/aircraft
Program Executive Officer Combat Teams and higher echelons across the full range of military MEP integration; Two systems fielded
operations, including coalition support processes.

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ARL
None

CONTRACTORS
King Aerospace, Inc. (Addison, TX)
Adams Communication and Engineering
Technology (Waldorf, MD)
Sierra Nevada Corp. (Hagerstown, MD)
Litton Advanced Systems (Gaithersburg, MD)
BAE Systems (Manchester, NH)
WESCAM (Hamilton, Ontario, Canada)
Lockheed Martin (Phoenix, AZ)
Leidos, Inc. (Reston, VA)

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AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION The AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel provides persistent air surveillance and BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Mission Command fire control quality data through command and control systems to Sentinel provides persistent air surveillance and fire control quality
defeat unmanned aerial systems (UAS), cruise missiles and fixed- and data to the warfighter through command and control systems to defeat
Movement and Maneuver rotary-wing aircraft threats. unmanned aerial systems, cruise missiles and fixed- and rotary-wing
Intelligence aircraft threats.
The system features an X-Band, 360-degree phased array air defense
Fires
radar with a 75-km instrumented range. It is equipped with Electronic SPECIFICATIONS
Sustainment Counter-Counter-Measure (ECCM) capabilities, a Mode 5 Identification •  ll-weather, 360-degree capability
A
Maneuver Support Friend or Foe subsystem for positive identification of friendly aircraft, • Range: 75 km
and Protection and Non-Cooperative Target Recognition capabilities to identify threat • Three-dimensional X-Band radar
aircraft. Sentinel is trailer-mounted, pulled by either a High Mobility • Supports current AMD, C-RAM and Integrated Fire Protection
Engagement Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle or an M1082 Family of Medium Tactical Capability (IFPC) Block 1
Vehicles (FMTV) truck. The system generator with a command and
control interface is mounted on the vehicle. PROGRAM STATUS
ACQUISITION • 3QFY15-4QFY15: Sentinel support to IAMD Flight Tests
LIFECYCLE PHASE Sentinel interfaces with the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) • 3QFY15: Begin full fleet upgrade to the FMTV platform
Materiel Solution Analysis Battle Command System architecture, the Forward Area Air Defense • 1QFY16: Sentinel A3 Materiel Release
Command and Control System, and the National Capital Region
Technology Maturation & PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Integrated Air Defense Command and Control System. Sentinel
Risk Reduction
also interfaces with the Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (C-RAM) • 1
 QFY16-2QFY16: Sentinel support to IAMD Flight Tests and
Engineering & Manufacturing Increment 1 system to protect friendly aircraft during engagement of Limited User Test
Development incoming indirect fire. • 2QFY17: Sentinel Software Materiel Release supporting IAMD
Production & Deployment • 2QFY18: Sentinel software upgrade supporting IFPC Block 1
Sentinel is undergoing modifications to further enhance its UAS and Limited User Test
Operations & Support
cruise missile detection and tracking capability. Additional modifications • 1QFY19: Sentinel Modernization Milestone B
are ongoing to convert all radars from the AN/MPQ-64A1 Improved
Sentinel configuration to the AN/MPQ-64A3 Enhanced Sentinel. In
MILESTONE DECISION addition to internal improvements, Enhanced Sentinel is integrated with
AUTHORITY the FMTV to enable additional vehicle cab armor protection for its two-
Defense Acquisition Executive man crew.
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Egypt, Lithuania, Turkey, Latvia and Iraq
The Cruise Missile Defense Systems Project
Office established a Sentinel Radar Software
International Engineering Services Program
with six partner nations: Oman, Egypt, Norway,
Netherlands, Finland and Chile
Direct Commercial Sales (hardware) with
classified software sold via foreign military sales (U.S. government controls
Sentinel software): Norway, Netherlands, Spain, Mexico, Finland and Oman

CONTRACTORS
Thales Raytheon Systems (Fullerton, CA; El Paso, TX; Forest, MS; Largo, FL)
SETA Contract: IRTC (Huntsville, AL)

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AN/TPQ-50 Lightweight Counter Mortar

Radar (LCMR)
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROJECTED ACTIVITIES

FUNCTION The AN/TPQ-50 Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR) identifies • 2
 QFY16: FRP Procurement of 39 AN/TPQ-50 systems
Mission Command indirect fire threats by providing the ability to rapidly locate rockets, • 3
 QFY16: Award of Research, Development, Test and Evaluation
artillery and mortar (RAM) firing positions automatically by detecting contract to develop enhanced Electronic Protect capability
Movement and Maneuver and tracking the shell and backtracking to the weapon position. The • 4QFY16: FRP Contract Extension Award
Intelligence system provides observed fires (for friendly fires) and accurate “did hit” • 3QFY17: Final procurement of 46 AN/TPQ-50 systems (for a total
data of friendly fires, and detects and templates hostile locations. of 371 systems)
Fires
• 4QFY17: Begin developmental testing on Pre-Planned Program
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER Improvements upgrade (prototype) kits
Maneuver Support The AN/TPQ-50 provides continuous surveillance to indicate an
and Protection incoming RAM round. The system consists of a laptop for man-machine
interface and a radar processor with electronics housed inside a cylinder
Engagement surrounded by antenna columns. It can be assembled and disassembled
quickly by two Soldiers. The AN/TPQ-50 is a critical sensor to the
Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (C-RAM) system of systems.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis • P
 rovides continuous 360-degree battlefield surveillance coverage for
mortars, artillery and rockets with an effective range out to 10 km
Technology Maturation &
• Can be operated in a stand-alone or vehicle-mounted configuration
Risk Reduction
• Organic to Brigade Combat Teams and Fires Brigades
Engineering & Manufacturing • Deployable with Indirect Fire Protection Capability
Development
Production & Deployment PROGRAM STATUS
• 3QFY13: Full Rate Production (FRP) Decision Review
Operations & Support
• 4QFY13: FRP Contract Award
• 3QFY14: Initial Operational Capability
• 1QFY15: First FRP systems fielded
MILESTONE DECISION • 4QFY15: Two systems provided to support Special Operations
AUTHORITY Command Operational Needs Statement
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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AN/TPQ-50
None

CONTRACTORS
SRCTec, LLC (North Syracuse, NY)

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AN/TPQ-53 Counterfire Target Acquisition Radar

(formerly known as the Enhanced AN/TPQ-36)
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION AN/TPQ-53 Counterfire Target Acquisition Radar is a new generation • 2QFY13: Limited User Test
Mission Command of counterfire sensor. The AN/TPQ-53 detects, classifies, tracks, • 1QFY14: Initial Operational Test & Evaluation (IOT&E)
determines the location of, and provides accurate, targetable data • 3QFY15: Successful IOT&E 2 Completion
Movement and Maneuver regarding enemy mortars, cannon and rockets in either 360- or 90-degree • 4QFY15:
Intelligence modes. It replaces the current AN/TPQ-36 and AN/TPQ-37 Firefinder ›› Retrofit 1 Contract Award
radar systems. ›› Full-Rate Production (FRP) Decision Review
Fires
›› Q-53 supporting Operation Inherent Resolve
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) Lot 5 Contract Award
Maneuver Support Compared to current AN/TPQ-36 and AN/TPQ-37 Firefinder systems, ›› LRIP Contract Line Item Number 5002/5003 Contract Award
and Protection AN/TPQ-53 offers enhanced performance, including greater mobility, • 1QFY16:
increased reliability and supportability, lower lifecycle cost, reduced crew ›› U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command Operational
Engagement size, and the ability to track targets in a full-spectrum environment—a Evaluation Report
vital capability on today’s battlefield. ›› Director Operational Test and Evaluation IOT&E Report
›› FRP Request for Proposal released
ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS ›› FRP Decision Memorandum signed
LIFECYCLE PHASE • M ounts on the 5-ton Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles
Materiel Solution Analysis prime mover PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
• R apidly deployable to, and integrated into, the tactical battlefield • 2QFY16: Conditional Materiel Release of AN/TPQ-53
Technology Maturation &
with heavy, medium, light forces • 3QFY16: Fielding of AN/TPQ-53 begins
Risk Reduction
• Mobile, maneuverable, fully supportable, easily maintained • 4QFY16: FRP Contract Award
Engineering & Manufacturing • Target Acquisition Subsystem contains radar on a single prime
Development mover and tows power generator; this package performs all essential
Production & Deployment missions of the Q-53 for short durations
• Second prime mover carries operations control shelter, backup
Operations & Support
power generator and two additional Soldiers to provide sustained
operations capability

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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AN/TPQ-53
Singapore

CONTRACTORS
Lockheed Martin (Syracuse, NY)

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Army Key Management System (AKMS)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Under the umbrella of the National Security Agency Electronic Key • F Y12-FY17: Continue to procure and field SKLs for Air Force,
Mission Command Management System, the Army Key Management System (AKMS) Navy, Foreign Military Sales and other government organizations
provides tactical units and sustaining bases with an organic-key • 3 QFY12: Key Management Infrastructure Initial
Movement and Maneuver generation capability and an efficient, secure electronic key distribution Operational Capability
Intelligence means. AKMS consists of three subcomponents: Local Communications • F Y13: ACES software upgrade version 3.2
Security (COMSEC) Management Software (LCMS), Automated • F Y14:
Fires
Communications Engineering Software (ACES) and Simple Key Loader ›› SKL upgrade to SKLv3.1
Sustainment (SKL). The system introduces capabilities and processes to transform ›› ACES software upgrade version 3.3; SKL software upgrade
Maneuver Support operations from manual to secure automated distribution of keys and version 9.0
and Protection firmware directly to Information Assurance devices.
PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engagement AKMS expands operations to DoD’s unclassified network to reach a • 1QFY17: SKL Next Generation Load Device Request for Proposal
broader DoD customer base as well as to NATO and coalition users to
support combatant commanders’ needs. Additionally, the system offers
ACQUISITION flexibility and agility to support dynamic communities of interest.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
AKMS provides a system for distribution of COMSEC, electronic
Technology Maturation &
protection and Signal Operating Instructions (SOI) information from
Risk Reduction
the planning level to the point of use in support of current, interim and
Engineering & Manufacturing objective forces at division and brigade levels.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
• M anagement Client Nodes (MGC): Automate COMSEC
Operations & Support
management and accounting; electronically generate and distributes
keys; reduce hardcopy files use
• ACES and Joint Automated COMSEC System: Provides crypto
MILESTONE DECISION network planning; generates SOI data and creates COMSEC key
AUTHORITY tags; supports emerging requirements
Defense Acquisition Executive • Next Generation Load Device : Loads keys into End Cryptographic
Units (ECU); small and ruggedized design allows easy key
Army Acquisition Executive
transfers; interface between LCMS and MGC (Key Generation),
Program Executive Officer ACES and ECUs

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AKMS
None

CONTRACTORS
CACI (Aberdeen, MD)
Booz Allen Hamilton (Aberdeen, MD)
Sierra Nevada Corp. (Sparks, NV)

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Army Watercraft Systems (AWS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION Towing and Terminal Operations: Provide heavy lifting, ocean and
FUNCTION Army Watercraft Systems expand commanders’ movement and maneuver port/harbor towing, and salvage operations in open, denied or degraded
Mission Command options in support of unified land operations. The current fleet of 132 ports; used for general port management and husbandry duties (storing
AWS enables commanders to operate through fixed, degraded and fuel, repositioning barges, firefighting, docking and undocking large
Movement and Maneuver austere ports, conducting expeditionary sustainment and movement and ships); can clear and operate ports (fixed, degraded and austere) while
Intelligence maneuver of forces for missions across the spectrum of military operations. providing coordinated, simultaneous support to multiple sustainment
The vessels vary widely in age and do not have a single manufacturer. operations sites widely distributed throughout the area of operations
Fires
• Large Tug (LT-800)
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • Small Tug (ST-900)
Maneuver Support AWS deliver combat-configured equipment with personnel, vehicles and • Barge Derrick (BD 115-ton)
and Protection sustainment cargo to a wide variety of ports, providing commanders the
ability to move strategic support and supplies within their respective areas PROGRAM STATUS
Engagement of responsibility.  CU-2000 Command, Control, Communications, Computers,
L
Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR)
SPECIFICATIONS Modernization:
ACQUISITION L
 anding Craft: Provide inter- and intratheater transportation of • 1QFY14: Low-Rate Initial Production
LIFECYCLE PHASE personnel and materiel, delivering cargo from advanced bases and deep- • 1QFY15: Full-Rate Production
Materiel Solution Analysis draft strategic sealift ships to harbors, inland waterways, remote and LCU-2000 Service Life Extension Program (SLEP):
unimproved beaches and coastlines, and denied or degraded ports • 4QFY15: Request for Proposal (RFP) for Phase (PH) I of the
Technology Maturation &
• Logistic Support Vessel SLEP effort
Risk Reduction
• Landing Craft Utility (LCU-2000)
Engineering & Manufacturing • Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM-8) to be replaced by Maneuver PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development Support Vessel (Light) (MSV(L))  CU-2000 C4ISR Modernization:
L
Production & Deployment • FY16-FY18: Ongoing upgrades for LCU-2000 vessels
Ship-to-Shore Enablers: Enable the discharge of strategic sealift ships LCU-2000 SLEP:
Operations & Support
when suitable ports are unavailable while at anchor or onto degraded • 3QFY16: Contract Award for LCU SLEP PH I
ports or bare beaches; causeway systems enable Joint and Army forces to MSV(L):
load, transload, and offload equipment, personnel and sustainment cargo • 3QFY16: RFP; Preparation for Milestone B
MILESTONE DECISION during sea-based operations, operations in degraded or austere ports, and • 2QFY17: Milestone B
AUTHORITY bare-beach, Joint logistics over-the-shore operations • 3QFY17: Contract Award
Defense Acquisition Executive • Modular Warping Tug
• Roll-on/Roll-off Discharge Facility
Army Acquisition Executive
• Floating Causeway
Program Executive Officer • Causeway Ferry

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AWS
None

CONTRACTORS
MSV(L): TBD
LCU SLEP: TBD
LCU-2000 C4ISR Modernization (Integrator):
SPAWAR Systems Center Atlantic (North
Charleston, SC)

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Artillery Ammunition
PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Army’s artillery ammunition program includes 75 mm (used for • I nsensitive munitions (IM) fill is used in the following high
Mission Command ceremonies and simulated firing), 105 mm and 155 mm projectiles and explosive rounds, making the inventory safer: 105 mm M1; 105 mm
their associated fuses and propelling charges. M1130; 155 mm M1122; 155 mm M795
Movement and Maneuver • Projectiles that utilize shell bodies obtained from 155 mm cluster
Intelligence Semifixed ammunition for short and intermediate ranges, used in 105 munitions that have been demilitarized, significantly lowering unit
mm Howitzers, is characterized by adjusting the number of multiple cost: The M1122, 155 mm IM High-Explosive; M1123, 155 mm
Fires
propelling charges. Semifixed ammunition for long ranges contains Infrared Illumination; M1124, 155 mm Visible Light Illumination;
Sustainment a single bag of propellant optimized for obtaining high velocity, and M110A3, 155 mm Spotting Smoke
Maneuver Support is not adjustable. The primer is an integral part of the cartridge case,
and Protection and is located in the base. The 105 mm cartridges are issued in a fused PROGRAM STATUS
or unfused configuration. Both cartridge configurations are packaged • 2QFY13: Type Classified – Standard (TC-STD) achieved for the
Engagement with propellant. 155 mm Joint Extended-Range Illumination Projectiles M1123 and
M1124, followed by Full Materiel Release in 3QFY14
Separate-loading ammunition, used in 155 mm Howitzers, has separately • 3QFY13: Commenced M739A1 fuse production to incorporate
ACQUISITION issued projectiles, fuses, propellant charges and primers. After installing an enhanced safe-and-arm design to eliminate possibility of fuses
LIFECYCLE PHASE the appropriate fuse on the projectile, the fused projectile is loaded into inadvertently shipped in an armed condition
Materiel Solution Analysis the cannon along with the appropriate amount of propellant charges and • 1QFY14: M795 IM commenced Full-Rate Production (FRP); first
a primer. 53,000 projectiles delivered to Army and Marine Corps customers
Technology Maturation &
in 2QFY15
Risk Reduction
The artillery ammunition program includes fuses for cargo-carrying • 3QFY15: FRP of 155 mm M1122 commenced at McAlester
Engineering & Manufacturing projectiles, such as smoke and illumination, and bursting projectiles, Army Ammunition Plant, and Crane Army Ammunition Activity
Development such as high explosives. This program also includes bag propellant for established as second source of 155 mm M1122
Production & Deployment the 105 mm semifixed cartridges and a modular artillery charge system • F Y15: Completed M82 155 mm primer design change for Paladin
for 155 mm Howitzers. Integrated Management (PIM) Program
Operations & Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
The mission of the Field Artillery is to destroy, defeat or disrupt the enemy • F
 Y16: FRP for 155 mm Joint Extended-Range Illumination
MILESTONE DECISION with integrated fires to enable maneuver commanders to dominate in Projectiles M1123 and M1124 commences at Pine Bluff Arsenal
AUTHORITY unified land operations. Cannon-artillery-delivered munitions are a vital • 4
 QFY16: Produce and deliver new production M82 primers in
Defense Acquisition Executive component of this mission. support of PIM Program Initial Operational Test & Evaluation
• TBD: Achieve TC-STD for Extended-Range Smoke 155 mm
Army Acquisition Executive
M110A2E1
Program Executive Officer

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Artillery Ammunition
Fielded with multiple countries—names for official
use only and not for public disclosure

CONTRACTORS
Action Manufacturing (Bristol, PA)
American Ordnance (Middletown, IA)
ARMTEC (Coachella, CA)
Bluegrass Army Depot (Lexington, KY)
Chemring Ordnance (Perry, FL)
Crane Army Ammunition Activity (Crane, IN)
Day & Zimmermann-Lone Star (Texarkana, TX)
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (Fort Lauderdale, FL; LeGardeur, Canada)
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems-Scranton Operations (Scranton, PA)
Holston Army Ammunition Plant (Kingsport, TN)
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (McAlester, OK)
Orbital ATK (Minneapolis, MN)
Pine Bluff Arsenal (Pine Bluff, AR)

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Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV) is a highly mobile and heavily Fieldings:
Mission Command armored minefield and complex obstacle breaching system. It consists of • 2QFY13: 1st Brigade (Bde), 34th Infantry Division (Div), MN
an M1A1 Abrams tank hull; a unique turret with two Linear Demolition Army National Guard (ARNG)
Movement and Maneuver Charge Systems (employing two Mine Clearing Line Charges (MICLIC) • 3QFY13: 1st Bde 2d Infantry Div
Intelligence and rockets); a Lane Marking System (LMS); Integrated Vision System; • 4QFY13: 155th Infantry Bde Separate (SEP) MS ARNG
and a High Lift Adapter that interchangeably mounts a Full Width Mine • 1QFY14: 1st Bde 1st Cavalry Div
Fires
Plow (FWMP) or a Combat Dozer Blade (CDB). • 2QFY14: 3d Bde 1st Cavalry Div
Sustainment • 3QFY14: 2d Bde 1st Cavalry Div
Maneuver Support The ABV, which requires a crew of two Soldiers, improves the mobility • 1QFY15: 4th Bde 1st Armored Div
and Protection and survivability of combat engineers while having the speed and ability • 2QFY15:
to keep pace with the maneuver force. It creates a tank-width cleared lane ›› 2d Bde 1st Infantry Div
Engagement through a minefield by launching and detonating one of its MICLIC ›› 1st Bde 1st Infantry Div
systems across the minefield, then proofing the lane with its FWMP • 3QFY15: 2d Bde 1st Armored Div
while marking the cleared lane with its LMS. • 1QFY16: 3d Bde 4th Infantry Div
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE The ABV is fielded to the Combat Engineer Company organic to the PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Materiel Solution Analysis Brigade Special Troops Battalion of Armored Brigade Combat Teams Fieldings:
(ABCT). Each ABCT receives six ABV, four FWMP and two CDB. The • 3QFY16: 116th Infantry Bde SEP OR ARNG
Technology Maturation &
ABV is air-transportable by C-17 and larger aircraft. • 3QFY17: Army Preposition Stock
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Development The ABV provides crew protection and vehicle survivability while
Production & Deployment having the speed and mobility to keep pace with the maneuver force.
Commonality of support (M1A1) is also a significant benefit to
Operations & Support
the Soldier.

SPECIFICATIONS
MILESTONE DECISION • A
 BV’s M1A1 chassis is very similar to the Abrams in terms of size,
AUTHORITY weight, speed and range
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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ABV
None

CONTRACTORS
Integration: Anniston Army Depot
(Anniston, AL)
Front End Equipment: URS Corp.
(Albuquerque, NM)
Line Demolition Charge System: DRS
(Los Angeles, CA)
Technical Manuals: XMCO, Inc. (Warren, MI)

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Autonomous Mine Detection System (AMDS)

PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROJECTED ACTIVITIES

FUNCTION Autonomous Mine Detection System (AMDS), a counter-improvised • 2QFY16: Critical Design Review
Mission Command explosive device system, provides standoff detection, marking, and • 3
 QFY16: Developmental Test
neutralizing capability of explosive hazards, booby-traps and unexploded • 4QFY16: Logistics Demonstration
Movement and Maneuver ordnance in complex and urban terrain in support of route clearance • 1QFY17: Limited User Test
Intelligence operations. AMDS is a mission equipment package mounted on current • 3QFY17: Milestone C, entering Production and Deployment
and programmed man-portable unmanned ground vehicles organic to • 4QFY17: First Article Test
Fires
infantry and engineer units.
Sustainment
Maneuver Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
and Protection AMDS detects, marks and neutralizes explosive hazards; operates in
complex and urban terrain, including confined areas and subterranean
Engagement environments; minimizes warfighter workload; enhances the rate of
advance; and moves the warfighter out of the blast zone.

ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE • S cans a path with a ground penetrating radar and metal detector,
Materiel Solution Analysis marks the explosive hazards detected and neutralizes the explosive
hazards while undercover
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
PROGRAM STATUS
Engineering & Manufacturing • 1QFY14: Milestone B, entering Engineering and
Development Manufacturing Development
Production & Deployment • 4QFY14: Contract Award
• 1QFY15: System Functional Review
Operations & Support • 2QFY15:
›› Preliminary Design Review
›› Integrated Baseline Review
MILESTONE DECISION • 4QFY15: Contractor Development Tests initiated
AUTHORITY • 1QFY16: Risk Reduction Test
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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AMDS
None

CONTRACTORS
Carnegie Robotics LLC (Pittsburgh, PA)

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Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer

(AVCATT)
PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION NCM3:

FUNCTION The Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) is designed • Consists of one wheel-mounted mobile trailer measuring 53 feet
Mission Command to enable unit collective and combined arms air-to-ground training for long, 8.5 feet wide and 13.5 feet high
AH-64, UH-60, CH-47, UH-72 and OH-58 aircrews within the Live, • Recommended improved surface area for setup is 60 feet long by 25
Movement and Maneuver Virtual and Constructive (LVC) Integrated Training Environment feet wide
Intelligence (ITE). It will support the training of nonrated crew members in crew • Trailers are not self-propelled; they require external power and water
coordination, flight, aerial gunnery, hoist and sling-load related tasks via hose connection; external shore power preferred
Fires
the Non-Rated Crewmember Manned Module (NCM3). • Each device requires contracted personnel support provided through
Sustainment field operations program management office
Maneuver Support AVCATT, the Army’s only collective training system of record for
and Protection Active, Reserve and Army National Guard aviation units, is a mobile PROGRAM STATUS
multistation virtual simulation device that supports unit collective and • 2QFY13: Longbow lot 13.1 concurrency upgrade contract awarded
Engagement combined arms training for helicopter aircrews. The trainer is composed • 4QFY13: Fielding of NCM3 #3-5
of two trailers per suite with six reconfigurable modules for the Apache • 1QFY14-4QFY14: Production and fielding of NCM3 #6-16
Longbow, Chinook, Kiowa Warrior, Lakota and Black Hawk. The • 2QFY15: Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
ACQUISITION NCM3 introduces a third trailer containing two reconfigurable modules replacement contract awarded
LIFECYCLE PHASE that can be linked to AVCATT’s UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-47 • 3QFY15: Training Effectiveness Evaluation contract awarded
Materiel Solution Analysis Chinook cockpit configurations to support a unit’s specific mission • 4QFY15:
training requirements. Both the AVCATT and NCM3 use Helmet ›› NCM3 #17 fielded
Technology Maturation &
Mounted Displays (HMD) for out-the-window scenes. ›› Post Deployment Software Support contract awarded
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development AVCATT provides unit collective and combined arms air-to-ground • 1
 QFY16-2QFY16: Fielding of software baseline 16.0 (UH-60M and
Production & Deployment training for AH-64, UH-60, CH-47, UH-72, and OH-58 aircrews within Longbow lot 13.1 upgrades)
the LVC ITE. The AVCATT also supports the training of nonrated crew • 1
 QFY16-4QFY16: HVAC upgrade production and fielding of 11
Operations & Support
members in crew coordination, flight, aerial gunnery, hoist and sling- AVCATT suites
load related tasks via the NCM3. • 3QFY16: Fielding of NCM3 #18
• 4
 QFY16: Fielding of software baseline 17.0 (CH-47F and
MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS gunnery upgrades)
AUTHORITY AVCATT: • 3QFY17: HMD replacement contract award
Defense Acquisition Executive • Consists of two wheel-mounted mobile trailers each measuring 53
feet long, 8.5 feet wide and 13.5 feet high
Army Acquisition Executive
• Recommended improved surface area for setup is 70 feet long by 35
Program Executive Officer feet wide

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AVCATT
None

CONTRACTORS
AVCATT: AVT Simulation (Orlando, FL)
NCM3: CymSTAR LLC (Broken Arrow, OK)
Technology Refresh: Cole Engineering Services,
Inc. (Orlando, FL)
HVAC Upgrades: Applied Companies (Valencia, CA)

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Battlefield Kitchen (BK)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Battlefield Kitchen (BK) provides the capability to prepare meals to • 1QFY16: Request for Proposal Release Decision
Mission Command sustain 300 Soldiers with quality nutrition in a tactical environment. BK
is a trailer-mounted, expandable platform towed by the Light Medium PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver Tactical Vehicle. It will replace the Army’s remaining Mobile Kitchen • 2QFY16: Release Request for Proposal
Intelligence Trailers, primarily in echelon-above-brigade units. • 3QFY16: Award of development contract
• 3QFY17: Complete component development phase
Fires
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Sustainment The BK will provide better meal quality, enhanced versatility and a
Maneuver Support healthier operator environment through the use of new thermostatically
and Protection controlled, modular appliances. These energy efficient, quiet appliances
will feature closed combustion to vent burner exhaust from the kitchen.
Engagement The man-portable, modular appliances will also be reconfigurable within
the kitchen or dismountable for use off the kitchen platform. This will
provide the flexibility to adapt meal preparation to the mission scenario.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis • C apable of preparing rations for 300 personnel in 4 hours using
any available military ration
Technology Maturation &
• Projected to use standard military trailer (M1061A)
Risk Reduction
• Onboard 3kW military standard generator
Engineering & Manufacturing • Modular appliances with a minimum of 20 percent less
Development fuel consumption
Production & Deployment • Onboard ventilation, running water and refrigeration
• Capable of rail, sea, road, variable and fixed wing transport
Operations & Support
• Capable of being deployed and used worldwide in all conditions
and environments
• Government-owned technical data for reprocurement and to
MILESTONE DECISION provide complete lifecycle support
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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BK
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Biometric Enabling Capability (BEC)

PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Biometric Enabling Capability (BEC) consists of the Next • F Y13: Development of DoD ABIS 1.2
Mission Command Generation Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS), also • 1QFY14: Continued development of DoD ABIS 1.2
known as the DoD ABIS. This central, authoritative, multimodal • 2QFY14-3QFY14: Customer test overseen by Electronic Proving
Movement and Maneuver biometrics data repository is the enterprise-level authoritative data Ground (Fort Huachuca, AZ)
Intelligence source for all DoD biometrics. DoD ABIS expands capabilities with • 4QFY14: Joint Interoperability Test Command interoperability
multimodal (fingerprint, palm, iris and face) storage and matching, watch assessment; Initial Operational Test & Evaluation (Phase II)
Fires
list capability, and improved integration with interagency repositories. • 1QFY15: DoD ABIS 1.2 operational (Go Live)
Sustainment It is based on adaptations of commercial off-the-shelf products, using • 4
 QFY15-1QFY16: Demonstration of the DoD ABIS Master
Maneuver Support open architecture to minimize development and speed deployment. Recovery System
and Protection The system takes advantage of low-risk, cost-effective blade hardware
to optimize system availability and scalability, and to ensure continuity PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engagement of operations. • 2QFY16: DoD ABIS 1.2 Full Deployment Decision
• FY17: Operations and Support; service life extension
DoD ABIS interfaces with numerous DoD and interagency biometrics
ACQUISITION systems, including FBI Next Generation IAFIS and Department of
LIFECYCLE PHASE Homeland Security (DHS) Automated Biometric Identification System
Materiel Solution Analysis (IDENT), to store and match biometric data on non-U.S. persons of
interest to DoD.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engineering & Manufacturing BEC is a mission-enabler for force protection, intelligence, physical and
Development logical access control, identity management/credentialing, detention and
Production & Deployment interception operations. The program supports overseas contingency
operations, including counterintelligence; Iraqi and Afghan security
Operations & Support
force screening; detainee operations; cache and post-improvised explosive
device incident exploitation; intelligence operations; presence operations;
local population control; seizure operations; and base access control.
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY SPECIFICATIONS
Defense Acquisition Executive • M ultimodal storage and matching, including fingerprint, palm, iris
and face
Army Acquisition Executive
• Watch list capability
Program Executive Officer • Improved integration with interagency repositories, including the
FBI Next Generation IAFIS and the DHS IDENT systems

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BEC
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman (Clarksburg, WV)

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Calibration Sets Equipment (CALSETS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION transported on an M1085A1P2 Medium Tactical Vehicle, an M1082

FUNCTION Calibration Sets Equipment (CALSETS) consists of calibration 2.5-ton trailer and a 15kW power generator.
Mission Command instrumentation housed in fixed facilities or contained within tactical • Transfer Set, Standards, AN/GSM-440: This set configuration
shelters with accompanying power generation equipment. CALSETS contains baseline instruments and augmented components designed
Movement and Maneuver provides support to maintenance units and area support organizations for a tactical support mission. The platform applies a network-
Intelligence from brigade to multitheater sustainment operations and ensures a centric approach to precision maintenance support operations and
cascading transfer of precision accuracy originating from the U.S. data handling via an integrated data network, capable of sending
Fires
National Institute of Standards and Technology. calibration management system data to higher Army headquarters
Sustainment and obtaining calibration software updates. The set of instruments
Maneuver Support CALSETS tactical shelters, which are designed to plug into Army is deployed in an AN/GSM-705, 37-foot semitrailer with a M1088A1
and Protection enterprise and battle networks, are 100 percent mobile and transportable Medium Tactical Vehicle Tractor with an integrated 15kW
by surface mode or aircraft (C-130, C-5 and C-17). They are configured power generator.
Engagement in several set configurations and designed to calibrate 90 percent of the
Army’s test, measurement and diagnostic equipment workload with an BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
objective of 98 percent. CALSETS provides warfighters with calibration and repair support
ACQUISITION capabilities for instrumentation and maintenance devices within a
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Calibration Set, Secondary Transfer Standards Basic, AN/ theater of operations.
Materiel Solution Analysis GSM-286: This set consists of baseline instruments and components
capable of supporting precision maintenance equipment in the SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
physical, dimensional, electrical and electronic parameters. • Various dimensions depending on equipment
Risk Reduction
• Calibration Set, Secondary Transfer Standards Augmented, AN/
Engineering & Manufacturing GSM-287: This set consists of baseline instruments and augmented PROGRAM STATUS
Development components with expanded capability to support a wider variety • Current: Sustainment and modernization of Secondary Transfer
Production & Deployment of precision maintenance equipment. It is capable of supporting Standards Basic, AN/GSM-286; Secondary Transfer Standards
precision maintenance equipment in the physical, dimensional, Augmented, AN/GSM-287; Transfer Set, Standards, AN/GSM-
Operations & Support
electrical, electronic, radiological, electro-optical, and microwave 439 and AN/GSM-440; Production of Calibration Set, Secondary
frequency parameters. Transfer Standards, AN/GSM-421A(V)2; Fielding of Secondary
• Transfer Set, Standards, AN/GSM-439: This set is a subset of the Transfer Standards, AN/GSM-421A(V)2 to 12 Active Component
MILESTONE DECISION baseline instruments designed to support up to 70 percent of the and National Guard units
AUTHORITY Army’s high-density precision measurement equipment in forward
Defense Acquisition Executive areas. The system is modular and configurable to meet mission PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
requirements and can operate in a true extended range mission • 2QFY16-2QFY17: AN/GSM-421A(V)2 continue production
Army Acquisition Executive
posture. Designed for rapid deployment by surface or air, AN/GSM- and fielding
Program Executive Officer 439 set is deployed in an AN/GSM-421A(V)2; a 20-foot ISO shelter

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CALSETS
Afghanistan, Egypt, Japan, Lithuania, Saudi
Arabia, Taiwan and United Arab Emirates

CONTRACTORS
Dynetics, Inc. (Huntsville, AL)
Keysight Technologies, Inc. (Santa Rosa, CA)
Fluke Corp. (Everett, WA)

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Call For Fire Trainer (CFFT) Immersive System

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Call For Fire Trainer (CFFT) Immersive System is designed to • 1QFY15-3QFY15: Government Acceptance Test of the CFFT
Mission Command provide realistic fire training in support of all indirect fire and close air III baseline
support mission tasks at the Fires Center of Excellence, Fort Sill, OK.
Movement and Maneuver PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence The CFFT Immersive System augments the existing fire training • 2
 QFY16: Test Readiness Review
capability of the base CFFT system. It provides a realistic virtual • 2QFY16-3QFY16: Technical Refresh of the Immersive System
Fires
environment with Simulated Military Equipment (SME) to enhance the
Sustainment existing institutional training capability at the Fires Center of Excellence.
Maneuver Support Immersive systems train base fire support and close air support mission
and Protection tasks, as well as advanced mission scenarios.

Engagement BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

CFFT provides an immersive, realistic, virtual environment with SME to
augment the existing institutional training capability at the Fires Center
ACQUISITION of Excellence. It supports ground combat readiness with simulated
LIFECYCLE PHASE battlefield training for Fire Support Specialists, Joint Fires Observers and
Materiel Solution Analysis other Soldiers. It ensures all fire support and close air mission tasks are
discussed, and provides a realistic training environment using advanced
Technology Maturation &
firefighting techniques.
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing SPECIFICATIONS
Development The CFFT Immersive System is a collection of 15 immersive modules
Production & Deployment that realistically replicate 5 different environments. The modules in the
complete system include:
Operations & Support
• Four Adaptive Full Spectrum Modules for outdoor or rural scenarios
• Two Close Air Support Modules for learning close air
support techniques
MILESTONE DECISION • Two Urban Terrain Modules for addressing generic, urban
AUTHORITY terrain scenarios
Defense Acquisition Executive • Five Fire Effects and Cell Modules for chain-of-command
coordination
Army Acquisition Executive
• Two After Action Review Modules for enhanced learning
Program Executive Officer and training

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CFFT
None

CONTRACTORS
Nova Technologies (Panama City, FL)

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Call For Fire Trainer Increment 3 (CFFT 3)

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Call For Fire Trainer Increment 3 (CFFT 3) is designed to provide • 1QFY15: Test Readiness Review
Mission Command realistic observed fire training in support of all indirect fire and close • 1QFY15-3QFY15: Government Acceptance Test of the
air support mission tasks. CFFT 3 upgrades the existing hardware and CFFT 3 baseline
Movement and Maneuver software of the CFFT 2. CFFT 3 is a lightweight, rapidly deployable, • 3QFY15: Technical refresh of classroom systems
Intelligence observed fire training system that provides simulated battlefield training • 1QFY16: Bold Quest 15.2, test interoperability with Joint
for Fire Support Specialists (FSS), Joint Fires Observers (JFO) and other fires simulators
Fires
Soldiers. The system provides simulated battlefield training to conduct
Sustainment indirect fires, close air support, close combat attack and naval surface fire PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support support. CFFT 3 utilizes the government-owned Joint Fires Product Line • 4
 QFY15-1QFY17: Technical refresh classroom and
and Protection architecture, which is modular and scalable in design. transportable systems

Engagement BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

CFFT 3 provides institutional and rapidly deployable virtual training
capability for all fires and close air support tasks. It ensures ground
ACQUISITION combat readiness by providing simulated battlefield training for FSS,
LIFECYCLE PHASE JFO and other Soldiers.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• T wo basic configurations:
Risk Reduction
›› Classroom: 1 instructor to 30 students
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› Transportable: 1 instructor to 4 students, and 1 instructor to
Development 12 students
Production & Deployment • Joint Close Air Support modification kit will substitute for two Live
Type 1, 2 and 3 Day/Laser Close Air Support calls for Joint Terminal
Operations & Support
Attack Controller sustainment
• Modular system architecture allows for integration with other
simulation systems
MILESTONE DECISION • Trains precision effects without the use of precision guided munitions
AUTHORITY • Operates in stand-alone mode
Defense Acquisition Executive • Network capable
• Supports classified training up to the secret level
Army Acquisition Executive
• Provides virtual terrain databases including Fort Sill, OK, the
Program Executive Officer National Training Center (NTC), Afghanistan and Korea

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CFFT 3
None

CONTRACTORS
Nova Technologies (Panama City, FL)

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Chemical Biological Medical Systems –

Therapeutics
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Chemical Biological Medical Systems – Therapeutics consists of the • System attributes established in requirements documentation
Mission Command following components:
PROGRAM STATUS
Movement and Maneuver • I mproved Nerve Agent Treatment System (INATS): This • 1QFY13: EID Flu Milestone (MS) B
Intelligence system is an enhanced treatment regimen to counter the effects • 3QFY13: HFV MS B
of nerve agent poisoning. The new oxime component of INATS • 3QFY14: INATS initiated animal efficacy and clinical trials
Fires
will replace 2-pyridine aldoxime methyl chloride in the Antidote
Sustainment Treatment Nerve Agent Autoinjector. In addition, U.S. Food and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support Drug Administration (FDA) approval will be obtained for use of • 3QFY17: EID Tx New Drug Application
and Protection pyridostigmine bromide (PB), the component of Soman Nerve Agent • 1QFY18: INATS MS B
Pretreatment Pyridostigmine (SNAPP) to counter additional nerve
Engagement agents. A third component to INATS is a centrally acting medical
countermeasure designed to treat the nerve agent effects on the
central nervous system.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE • H emorrhagic Fever Viruses (HFV) medical countermeasures:
Materiel Solution Analysis These countermeasures will mitigate the threat of illness or death,
as well as lessen issues with performance degradation resulting from
Technology Maturation &
exposure to hemorrhagic fever viruses (Ebola and Marburg). Due to
Risk Reduction
the severity of these diseases, HFV therapeutics will be administered
Engineering & Manufacturing to infected warfighters while under direct medical observation.
Development 
Production & Deployment • Emerging Infectious Disease Therapeutics (EID Tx): These
therapeutics will provide broad-spectrum medical countermeasures
Operations & Support
to protect against naturally occurring or biologically engineered
influenza viruses. This therapeutic will mitigate the threat of
pandemic- and drug-resistant influenza viruses and will mitigate
MILESTONE DECISION performance degradation issues associated with exposure to
AUTHORITY this organism.
Defense Acquisition Executive
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Army Acquisition Executive
Therapeutics play a critical and strategic role in chemical and biological
Program Executive Officer defense by providing the warfighter with shield-and-sustain capabilities
against known or novel threats.

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CBMS – Therapeutics
None

CONTRACTORS
INATS: Southwest Research Institute
(San Antonio, TX)
Battelle Memorial Institute (Columbus, OH)
HFV: Tekmira Pharmaceutical Corporation
(Burnaby, BC, Canada)
Sarepta Therapeutics (Cambridge, MA)
EID Tx: MediVector, Inc. (Boston, MA)

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Chemical Biological Protective Shelter

(CBPS) – M8E1
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Chemical Biological Protective Shelter (CBPS) is a mobile, self- • 1QFY15-4QFY15: Produced CBPS units on existing contract
Mission Command contained, rapidly deployable, chemically and biologically protected • 2QFY15:
shelter system that provides a contamination-free, environmentally ›› A rmy decision to provide a mix of armored and unarmored
Movement and Maneuver controlled medical treatment area. The CBPS is intended to be fielded to M1085 Medium Tactical Vehicles
Intelligence the Army, Army Reserves and Army National Guard. ›› Make-or-buy decision to transition production to Pine Bluff
Arsenal in Arkansas
Fires
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Sustainment The CBPS provides medical treatment teams and squads, consisting of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support four medical personnel, with a contamination-free and environmentally • 2
 QFY16: Pine Bluff Arsenal awards component supply contract
and Protection controlled medical treatment area to treat up to eight litter and ambulatory • 1QFY17:
patients without the encumbrance of individual protective clothing and ›› Type Classification/Materiel Release Decision
Engagement equipment. The CBPS is capable of being transported by ground, rail, ›› Pine Bluff Arsenal Production Readiness Review
sea or air. ›› First Article Test
• 2QFY17: Fielding begins
ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE •  igid Wall Shelter
R
Materiel Solution Analysis • Heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
• Nuclear, biological and chemical filtration system
Technology Maturation &
• Onboard primary and auxiliary electric power sources
Risk Reduction
• Deployable chemical biological protective fabric shelter with
Engineering & Manufacturing ambulatory and litter airlocks
Development • Utilizes a Model M1085 Medium Tactical Vehicle to move the
Production & Deployment CBPS system as well as the medical treatment team’s equipment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CBPS – M8E1
None

CONTRACTORS
Smiths Detection, Inc. (Edgewood, MD)

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Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Dismounted

Reconnaissance Sets, Kits and Outfits (CBRN DR SKO)
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Dismounted • F Y13-FY15:
Mission Command Reconnaissance Sets, Kits, and Outfits (DR SKO) system will consist of ›› Milestone C Decision
commercial and government off-the-shelf equipment that will provide ›› Multi-Operational Test and Evaluation
Movement and Maneuver detection, identification, sample collection, decontamination, marking ›› Full-Rate Production Decision
Intelligence and hazard reporting of CBRN threats, as well as personnel protection ›› Army Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
from CBRN hazards. ›› 76 systems fielded to 22 units
Fires
›› 326 warfighters trained to operate and maintain
Sustainment CBRN DR SKO is composed of hand-held, man-portable detectors
that identify potential weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection WMD precursors, and determine the levels of protection required to • F Y16-FY17:
assess a sensitive site. The system supports dismounted reconnaissance, ›› Marine Corps IOC
Engagement surveillance and CBRN site-assessment missions to enable more detailed
CBRN information reports for commanders. These site locations may
be enclosed or confined, and are therefore inaccessible by traditional
ACQUISITION CBRN reconnaissance-mounted platforms. CBRN site assessments help
LIFECYCLE PHASE planners determine if more thorough analysis is required to mitigate risks
Materiel Solution Analysis or gather intelligence on adversaries’ chemical warfare agents, biological
warfare agents or toxic industrial material capabilities.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engineering & Manufacturing CBRN DR SKO provides a comprehensive, all-hazards dismounted
Development reconnaissance and site assessment capability to protect against, detect
Production & Deployment and decontaminate chemical warfare agents, biological warfare agents,
toxic industrial chemicals and other hazards.
Operations & Support
SPECIFICATIONS
• C ommercial and government off-the-shelf equipment that
MILESTONE DECISION will provide detection, identification, sample collection,
AUTHORITY decontamination, marking and hazard reporting of CBRN threats
Defense Acquisition Executive • Supports dismounted reconnaissance, surveillance and CBRN site-
assessment missions to enable more detailed CBRN information
Army Acquisition Executive
reports for commanders
Program Executive Officer

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CBRN DR SKO
None

CONTRACTORS
FLIR Systems, Inc. (Elkridge, MD)
Pine Bluff Arsenal (Pine Bluff, AR)

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Close Combat Tactical Trainer (CCTT)

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Close Combat Tactical Trainer (CCTT) is designed to provide Armor, • 7 CCTT/Reconfigurable Vehicle Simulator fixed sites
Mission Command Mechanized Infantry, Cavalry, Infantry, and reconnaissance crews, units • 7 CCTT mobile sites
and staffs with a virtual, collective training capability that will increase • 11 RVTT fixed sites
Movement and Maneuver and sustain readiness. The primary training audience operates from full- • 12 RVTT mobile sites
Intelligence crew simulators, mock-up command posts, and live battalion command
posts to train in combined arms maneuver and wide-area security tactical PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
missions, conduct mission rehearsal and enhance live training. • 3QFY15: CCTT concurrency upgrades fielded to Fort Hood, TX,
Sustainment Los Alamitos, CA, and Gowen Field, ID; production and fielding of
Maneuver Support The CCTT training program is composed of three subsystems: CCTT, the DSTS to Gowen Field, ID
and Protection Reconfigurable Vehicle Tactical Trainer (RVTT) and Dismounted • 3QFY15-4QFY15: Software upgrades fielded to all CCTT and
Soldier Training Systems (DSTS). The CCTT system consists of RVTT sites
Engagement computer-driven, manned-module simulators replicating the vehicles • 4QFY15: CCTT concurrency upgrades fielded to Fort Riley, KS;
found in close combat units, including M1 Abrams tank; M2 Bradley Mobile CCTT M1 concurrency upgrades fielded to Fort Bragg, NC,
Fighting Vehicle; M3 Cavalry Fighting Vehicle; Bradley Fire Support and Camp Ripley, MN; M2A3 BFIST Critical Design Review
ACQUISITION Team Vehicle (BFIST); M113 Armored Personnel Carrier; Heavy • 1QFY16: Fielding of CCTT concurrency upgrades to Fort Stewart,
LIFECYCLE PHASE Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck; and High Mobility Multipurpose GA; fielding of Mobile CCTT concurrency upgrades to Knoxville,
Materiel Solution Analysis Wheeled Vehicle. TN; fielding of DSTS to Camp Butner, NC
Technology Maturation & PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Semi-Automated Forces (SAF) populate the battlefield and function
Risk Reduction
through emulators to work interactively with the manned modules. • 2
 QFY16: Fielding of Mobile CCTT concurrency upgrades to Camp
Engineering & Manufacturing These simulators and SAF are connected via a local area network to Casey, Korea, Los Alamitos, CA, and Camp Shelby, MS; First Unit
Development provide real-time, fully interactive, collective task training on computer- Acceptance test for M2A3 BFIST
Production & Deployment generated terrain. The trainers are located in various-sized buildings in • 2QFY16-4QFY16: Fielding of M2A3 BFIST
the fixed sites. Mobile sites are contained in a standard tractor-trailer. • 3
 QFY16: Fielding of Mobile CCTT concurrency upgrades to Fort
Operations & Support
Indiantown Gap, PA, and Knoxville, TN; fielding of concurrency
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER upgrades to Fort Carson, CO
CCTT trainers allow inexperienced Soldiers to gain critical experience, • 4QFY16: Concurrency upgrades to Camp Ripley, MN
MILESTONE DECISION confidence and tactical knowledge in a realistic but safe environment, • F Y17: Fielding of concurrency upgrades at Fort Bliss, TX and Fort
AUTHORITY which translates directly into increased effectiveness in live training and Benning, GA
Defense Acquisition Executive combat operations. • 2QFY17: Post Deployment Software Support (PDSS) and Manned
Module Modernization Contract Award
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CCTT
None

CONTRACTORS
CCTT: Lockheed Martin Mission Systems and
Training (Orlando, FL)
DSTS: Intelligent Decisions (Ashburn, VA)
PDSS: AVT Simulation (Orlando, FL)
Image Generator: Rockwell Collins (Cedar
Rapids, IA)

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Combat Service Support Communications

(CSS Comms)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Combat Service Support Communications (CSS Comms) includes the • 7 -square-km wireless local area network infrastructure
Mission Command Combat Service Support Automated Information Systems Interface • Federal Information Processing Standards 140-2 Level 2
(CAISI) and the CSS Satellite Communications (CSS SATCOM) • Ku-band
Movement and Maneuver system. CAISI allows current and emerging battlefield CSS automation • Auto-acquire satellite terminals
Intelligence devices to electronically exchange information via tactical networks. • Fixed infrastructure of four primary and three COOP teleports and
CAISI provides unit commanders and logistics managers an interface high-speed terrestrial links
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device to support CSS doctrine for full-spectrum operations. CAISI • Supports information exchange up to the sensitive information level
Sustainment employs a deployable wireless local area network infrastructure linking • Fully integrated into NIPRNet
Maneuver Support Army logistics information system computers in a 7-square-km area.
and Protection It is certified in accordance with Federal Information Processing PROGRAM STATUS
Standards 140-2 Level 2. CSS SATCOM includes commercial-off-the- • F Y13-FY15: Conducted CSS VSAT Logistics Demonstration;
Engagement shelf, Ku-band, auto-acquire satellite terminals called CSS Very Small completed Legacy Network deactivation; established Full
Aperture Terminals (CSS VSAT), repackaged in fly-away transit cases, Operational Capability (FOC) for Fucino, Italy and Napa,
along with a fixed infrastructure of four primary and three continuity California teleports; supported major exercises for Network
ACQUISITION of operations (COOP) teleports and high-speed terrestrial links that Integration Evaluation, Fort Bliss, TX
LIFECYCLE PHASE provide a highly effective, easy-to-use, transportable, SATCOM-based
Materiel Solution Analysis solution to CSS nodes. CSS SATCOM supports information exchange PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
up to the sensitive level, is rapidly deployable anywhere in the world • F Y16-FY17: Modem Replacement FOC
Technology Maturation &
and is fully integrated into the Non-secure Internet Protocol Router
Risk Reduction
Network (NIPRNet).
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Production & Deployment CAISI allows deployed Soldiers to connect CSS automation devices to
a secure wireless network and electronically exchange information via
Operations & Support
tactical or commercial communications. CSS SATCOM eliminates the
often dangerous need for Soldiers to hand-deliver requisitions via convoys
in combat areas.
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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None

CONTRACTORS
DRS Technologies (Herndon, VA)
INMARSAT (Herndon, VA)
L-3 Communications (New York, NY)

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Common Bridge Transporter (CBT)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The M1977 Common Bridge Transporter (CBT) is a modified M977 • 3QFY15: Contract Award
Mission Command Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) cargo truck
equipped with a Load Handling System. The M1977 CBT was designed PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver to support the Engineer Corps in transporting all bridging assets. The • Current: Ongoing contract for recapitalization
Intelligence M1977 CBT loads, launches and retrieves the Ribbon Bridge, Improved
Ribbon Bridge and Heavy Dry Support Bridge utilizing the Bridge
Fires
Adapter Pallet and associated legacy bridge erection boats. It is equipped
Sustainment with the Improved Boat Cradle and has a winch to assist in retrieving the
Maneuver Support deployed equipment.
and Protection
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engagement The CBT is an essential component of the Multi-Role Bridge Company
(MRBC). The MRBC combines the roles of previous float- and fixed-
bridge companies to perform their missions with less manpower and
ACQUISITION greater flexibility. The Army designed MRBC to give commanders a
LIFECYCLE PHASE flexible and adaptable unit that can accomplish both float- and fixed-
Materiel Solution Analysis bridge missions. The MRBC are 100 percent mobile (every bridge load
has a prime mover) and take advantage of product standardization.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
SPECIFICATIONS
Engineering & Manufacturing •  ayload: 20,000 pounds
P
Development • Configuration: 8 feet by 8 feet
Production & Deployment • Fording capability: 48 inches
• Grade: 60 percent
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CBT
None

CONTRACTORS
Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI)

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Common Hardware Systems (CHS)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • E
 merging Technologies: CHS works with programs and industry
FUNCTION The Common Hardware Systems (CHS) program office enables a to coordinate new commercial information technologies onto
Mission Command holistic approach to acquiring common hardware across the battlespace the Army’s tactical network; CHS hosts industry roadmaps and
by utilizing the most effective and efficient means to meet the unique technology demonstrations to facilitate collaboration between
Movement and Maneuver fielding requirements of tactical program offices. CHS coordinates across OEM and program offices
Intelligence tactical programs to provide consolidated procurement and sustainment
of modified commercial off-the-shelf information technology (COTS PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
IT) and to ensure configuration and obsolescence management. CHS • F Y13-FY15: Managed acquisition and delivery of CHS equipment
Sustainment also partners with industry to examine new and emerging technologies in support of customer requirements
Maneuver Support that meet operational needs. The CHS-4 contract provides a procurement
and Protection mechanism to meet Army and DoD program requirements for COTS IT PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
supplies and services. • F Y16-FY17: Continue management and delivery of CHS
Engagement equipment in support of customer requirements; CHS-5
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER Contract Acquisition Competition
Procurement of common hardware provides the battlefield with a
ACQUISITION common look and feel across platforms and a reduced hardware footprint
LIFECYCLE PHASE at a lower cost to the Army.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• S treamlined Rapid Acquisition Process: CHS provides rapid
Risk Reduction
acquisition capability for all requirements including engineering
Engineering & Manufacturing support, hardware, sustainment, services
Development • R apid Execution: CHS works with stakeholders to facilitate the rapid
Production & Deployment execution of technology insertions, delivery orders, task orders
• Configuration Management: CHS-4 contract provides a mechanism
Operations & Support
to preserve hardware configurations, including designs for integrated
solutions and kits to ensure interoperability with networked systems
as well as continued information assurance compliance
MILESTONE DECISION • End of Life Management: CHS works with prime vendor and
AUTHORITY original equipment manufacturers (OEM) to manage technology
Defense Acquisition Executive obsolescence
• Replacement Configurations: CHS communicates with programs
Army Acquisition Executive
to identify next generation replacement configurations to ensure
Program Executive Officer requirements continue to be met

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CHS
None

CONTRACTORS
CHS-4 production contract: General Dynamics
(Taunton, MA)
Systems engineering, testing and
analysis support: Booz Allen Hamilton
(Washington, DC)

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Common Robotic System – Individual (CRS(I))

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Common Robotic System – Individual (CRS(I)) enables • 1QFY16: Materiel Development Decision
Mission Command dismounted forces to individually provide a capability for lower-level
Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Target Acquisition Units to enhance PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver maneuvers and force protection. • 2QFY17:
Intelligence ›› Milestone B
CRS(I) establishes the Army’s common small-base platform with a ›› Contract Award
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lightweight (less than 25 pounds), highly mobile, unmanned robotic • 4QFY19: Milestone C
Sustainment system that includes standard payloads, advanced sensors and mission
Maneuver Support modules for dismounted forces. The system is designed to be quickly
and Protection reconfigured for various missions by adding or removing modules
or payloads.
Engagement
The CRS(I) system includes a Universal Controller (UC) that has the
ability to achieve and maintain active or passive control of any current
ACQUISITION Army or Marine Corps Program of Record (battalion and below), as well
LIFECYCLE PHASE as any unmanned (air or ground) system or its respective payload. The
Materiel Solution Analysis UC will have the ability to control the Puma, Raven, Man Transportable
Robot System Increment 2 and Ground Sensor System.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engineering & Manufacturing CRS(I) is ideal for clearing buildings, caves and other restricted terrain
Development where close-quarters combat is likely. CRS(I) identifies enemy positions,
Production & Deployment explosive hazards and civilians without exposing the warfighter.
Operations & Support
SPECIFICATIONS
• Common small-base lightweight (less than 25 pounds) platform
• Highly mobile unmanned robotic system that includes standard
MILESTONE DECISION payloads, advanced sensors and mission modules for dismounted forces
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CRS(I)
Potential

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Counter Defilade Target Engagement (CDTE) –

XM25
PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Counter Defilade Target Engagement (CDTE) – XM25 System • 2QFY14-4QFY14: Pre-Production Qualification Test 1
Mission Command provides the Soldier with a smart revolutionary weapon system that breaks • 2QFY15-3QFY15: Contractor Design Verification Test 1
the current small-arms direct-fire parity. It dramatically increases Soldier
Movement and Maneuver lethality and range with a family of 25 mm programmable ammunition. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence The XM25 enables the small unit and individual Soldier to engage • 1
 QFY16-2QFY16: Contractor Design Verification Test 2
defilade targets by providing a 25 mm air bursting capability that can be • 2QFY16-4QFY16: Pre-Production Qualification Test 2
Fires
used in all operational environments. The CDTE is an individually fired, • 1QFY17:
Sustainment semi-automatic, man-portable weapon system. ›› Conduct Limited User Test
Maneuver Support ›› Milestone C decision and start of Low-Rate Initial Production
and Protection The CDTE System reduces the reliance of small units on nonorganic
assets (mortars, artillery, and air support) and the need to compete
Engagement for priority of fires when time is critical. In addition to air bursting
ammunition, a family of ammunition is being developed to support other
missions, which could include armor-piercing and nonlethal scenarios.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Materiel Solution Analysis XM25 allows the individual Soldier to quickly and accurately engage
targets by producing an adjusted aim point based on range, environmental
Technology Maturation &
factors and user inputs. The target acquisition and fire control integrates
Risk Reduction
thermal capability with direct-view optics, laser rangefinder, compass,
Engineering & Manufacturing fuse setter, ballistic computer and an internal display. An individual
Development Soldier employing basic rifle marksmanship skills can effectively engage
Production & Deployment exposed or defilade targets in just seconds out to 800 meters.

Operations & Support SPECIFICATIONS

• C aliber: 25 mm
• Weight: 13.8 pounds (with target acquisition and fire
MILESTONE DECISION control, unloaded)
AUTHORITY • Length: 30 inches
Defense Acquisition Executive • R ange: 500 meters point target; 800 meters effective range for
area target
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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CDTE – XM25
None

CONTRACTORS
Orbital ATK (Plymouth, MN)

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Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (C-RAM) Intercept

Land-Based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS)
PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (C-RAM) Intercept evolved • 4QFY13:
Mission Command from the operational success of the C-RAM system-of-systems effort ›› Capability Production Document approval
in theater. It transitioned to an acquisition program to provide counter- ›› Materiel Development Decision approval
Movement and Maneuver RAM protection to the Indirect Fire Protection Capability/Avenger • 1QFY15: LPWS Operator New Equipment Training complete
Intelligence Battalions, 5th Battalion 5th Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Regiment • 2QFY15: Operational Assessment
and 2nd Battalion 44th ADA Regiment, to defend against and defeat
Fires PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
enduring indirect fire (IDF) threats. The C-RAM Intercept capability
Sustainment was originally deployed to forward operating bases in Iraq in support of • 2QFY16: Conditional Materiel Release
Maneuver Support Operation Iraqi Freedom, and some systems are currently deployed in Iraq
and Protection and Afghanistan. In 2013, the Army Acquisition Executive designated
C-RAM Intercept an Army acquisition program and authorized fielding
Engagement of existing C-RAM Intercept assets and support equipment to ADA
battalions. Fielding is ongoing and impacted by continued deployment
of limited Land-Based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS) assets in theater.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Materiel Solution Analysis C-RAM Intercept provides counter-RAM protection to warfighting
personnel and high-value assets by detecting RAM launches and
Technology Maturation &
intercepting rounds in flight.
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing SPECIFICATIONS
Development • P rimary component is the LPWS, a modified U.S. Navy Phalanx
Production & Deployment Close-In Weapon System mounted on a commercial 35-ton
semitrailer for land-based operations
Operations & Support
• M61A1 20 mm Gatling gun capable of onboard target acquisition
and fire control
›› Firing rate: 4,500 rounds per minute
MILESTONE DECISION • LPWS barrels optimized for use with M940 ammunition
AUTHORITY ›› M940 designed to self-destruct beyond 2,000 meters to minimize
Defense Acquisition Executive collateral damage
• Integrated search-and-track radars detect and engage wide range of
Army Acquisition Executive
IDF threats
Program Executive Officer • C-RAM command and control system integrates sensors, weapons
and warning systems

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C-RAM Intercept LPWS

None

CONTRACTORS
Raytheon Missile Systems (Tucson, AZ)

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Cryptographic Systems
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Embedded Cryptographic Modernization Initiative: Retrofit of

FUNCTION The Communications Security (COMSEC) Cryptographic Systems existing systems with embedded cryptographic capability ensures
Mission Command Program procures, tests and fields COMSEC solutions to secure the that they will be able to accept and utilize modern keying material;
Army’s Tactical and Enterprise Networks. It is not a program of record, commercial solutions for classified commercially available products
Movement and Maneuver and therefore has no ACAT level; however, if it were, it would rival many that when used together in a layered fashion are approved by the
Intelligence ACAT III programs due to its overall lifecycle cost. New and emerging National Security Agency for protecting classified information
architectures, and DoD and Army policy, are driving the need to
Fires PROGRAM STATUS
replace the current inventory with technologically advanced, network-
Sustainment centric, global-information-compliant devices. The new devices will • F Y13-FY14: Pursued and executed upon the Army Airborne Secure
Maneuver Support incorporate Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Joint Requirements Voice requirement
and Protection Oversight Council-directed cryptographic standardization, advanced • F Y13-FY15:
key management and network-centric performance capabilities. ›› Continued modernization of INE, LEF and secure
Engagement voice devices
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Continuation of the Armywide Cryptographic Network
The Cryptographic Systems Program enables the Army to equip the Standardization effort
ACQUISITION force with critical cryptographic solutions and services during peacetime,
LIFECYCLE PHASE wartime and contingency operations. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Materiel Solution Analysis • 1QFY17:
SPECIFICATIONS ›› Embedded COMSEC Modernization Production Request for
Technology Maturation &
• Inline Network Encryptor (INE) Family: Encryption systems that Proposal (RFP)
Risk Reduction
provide secure data and voice communications over Internet Protocol ›› KOV-21 Replacement Cryptographic Card Production and
Engineering & Manufacturing (IP) networks Support Services RFP
Development • Link and Trunk Encryptor Family (LEF): Encryption systems that • F Y16-FY17: Continued procurement and fielding of COMSEC
Production & Deployment provide secure data and voice communication over point-to-point Encryption Modernization Hardware
wideband data links
Operations & Support
• Secure Voice Family: Encryption systems that provide secure voice
and limited data communications over unsecured IP and public-
switched telephone networks
MILESTONE DECISION • Inline Media Encryptor Family: Encryption systems that provide
AUTHORITY secure data encryption capabilities for data at rest
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Cryptographic Systems
None

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics Communication Systems
(Needham, MA)
Harris Corp. (Palm Bay, FL)
L3 Communications (Camden, NJ)
SafeNet (Columbia, MD)
ViaSat, Inc. (Carlsbad, CA)

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Defense Enterprise Wideband SATCOM System

(DEWSS)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Defense Enterprise Wideband SATCOM System (DEWSS) provides • F Y13-FY15:
Mission Command enterprise satellite communication systems and state-of-the-art satellite ›› Completed fielding of Modernization of Enterprise Terminals
network control and planning systems for use with the Defense Satellite (MET)/Army-Navy/GSC-52B Version 2 Large Fixed Terminal at
Movement and Maneuver Communications Systems. DEWSS control systems, deployed worldwide Fort Buckner, Japan, and Ramstein Air Base, Germany
Intelligence at wideband satellite operation centers, also work with the Wideband ›› Completed jackscrew replacement at Lago di Patria, Italy,
Global Satellite and commercial satellite systems. supporting Ka-Band Satellite Transmit and Receive Systems
Fires
›› Supported Senior National Leadership Communications
Sustainment The DEWSS satellite communications portfolio includes terminal Committee meeting in Moscow, Russia
Maneuver Support and baseband products that are integrated into a system-of-systems
and Protection architecture supporting: strategic communications infrastructure; PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
presidential communications; the Defense Information Systems Network; • FY16-FY17:
Engagement Army LandWarNet; the Ballistic Missile Defense System; and tactical ›› Complete MET fielding at Forts Detrick and Meade, MD, and
reachback for deployed forces through DoD satellite communications Fort Gordon, GA
gateways. The office provides comprehensive acquisition expertise, ›› Complete Remote Monitoring Control Element installations at
ACQUISITION systems engineering and integration in support of other service program Forts Detrick and Meade; Camp Roberts, CA; Wahiawa, HI;
LIFECYCLE PHASE offices and Defense Agencies, including the DoD Teleport Program and Landstuhl, Germany; Lago di Patria, Italy; Fort Buckner, Japan;
Materiel Solution Analysis the Missile Defense Agency. Arifjan, Kuwait; Harman, Australia; and Geraldton, Australia
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Risk Reduction
DEWSS provides critical satellite and terrestrial communication systems
Engineering & Manufacturing for the warfighter.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
 EWSS, which uses multiple hubs globally, is made up of three
D
Operations & Support
subproducts:
• Enterprise Terminal, an Army-developed system that communicates
with satellites
MILESTONE DECISION • Wideband Control Facility, a primarily commercial off-the-shelf
AUTHORITY (COTS) product, which controls the information payload to the
Defense Acquisition Executive satellites and is scalable depending on user quantities
• Baseband Facility, also primarily COTS, which distributes
Army Acquisition Executive
transmissions to and from satellites and is scalable depending on
Program Executive Officer user quantities

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DEWSS
None

CONTRACTORS
AASKI Technology, Inc. (Ocean, NJ)
Harris Corp. (Melbourne, FL)
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics
Laboratory (Laurel, MD)
Northrop Grumman (Manassas, VA)

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Early Entry Fluid Distribution System (E2FDS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION During the early phases of operations, the Early Entry Fluid Distribution • C omprised of flexible conduit, employment and retrieval systems
Mission Command System (E2FDS) is employed to throughput large quantities of petroleum • Includes conduit support equipment (valves, couplings and joints),
or water while reducing the requirement for line-haul semitrailers, pump stations and a centralized control module
Movement and Maneuver relieving main supply route congestion. • Components are packed in International Standards Organization
Intelligence configuration for deployment and are Heavy Expanded Mobility
The E2FDS is a high-throughput flexible conduit system used for the Tactical Truck-Load Handling System, Palletized Load System
Fires
transport of bulk petroleum or water on the modular battlefield. It is (PLS) and PLS Trailer transportable
Sustainment a rapidly emplaced conduit system capable of moving 850,000 gallons
of fuel or 650,000 gallons of raw (nonpotable) water a distance of up to PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support
and Protection 50 miles in a 20-hour period. This new materiel system enhances the • F Y15: Request for proposal development
Inland Petroleum Distribution System (IPDS) by providing an early • 1QFY16: Request for proposal release
Engagement entry capability for petroleum throughput, as well as a means to rapidly
extend existing pipeline traces or establish new traces during later phases PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
of operations. The system is emplaced at a rate of 25 miles per day and • 2
 QFY16: Milestone (MS) B
ACQUISITION retrieved at 10 miles per day. • 3QFY16: Contract Award
LIFECYCLE PHASE • 4QFY18: MS C
Materiel Solution Analysis The E2FDS is positioned and operated by Military Occupational Specialty • 4QFY20: Full-Rate Production
92F (petroleum supply specialist) and requires minimal engineering • 4QFY21: Full Materiel Release
Technology Maturation &
support to emplace the conduit or pump stations. Pump stations are • 3QFY22: Full Operational Capability
Risk Reduction
centrally controlled to enable rapid and precise synchronization during
Engineering & Manufacturing pumping operations.
Development
Production & Deployment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The E2FDS enables a more rapid setup of the conduit trace, and
Operations & Support
the automation and centralized control enables greater precision of
pipeline operations. Once IPDS pipeline is put in place, E2FDS can
be used to extend the pipeline trace as a backup system or be moved to
MILESTONE DECISION another location.
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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E2FDS
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Engagement Skills Trainer (EST)

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Greater ballistic accuracy

FUNCTION The Engagement Skills Trainer (EST) is designed to simulate live weapon • Higher quality 3D graphics
Mission Command training events that directly support individual and crew-served weapons • 15 lanes (vs. 10 lanes)
qualification, including collective and escalation-of-force exercises in a • Tablets for roving intelligent tutoring and After Action
Movement and Maneuver controlled environment. It provides detailed feedback to the individual Review capability
Intelligence fire team/squad that covers the fundamentals of marksmanship, fire
control and distribution of fires. PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
• 3QFY14: Base award
Sustainment EST provides the capability to build and sustain individual marksmanship, • 1QFY15: System Readiness Review
Maneuver Support squad and team fire distribution, and control and judgmental use-of- • 3QFY15: Preliminary Design Review
and Protection force skills using computer-generated imagery and video. Home station • 4QFY15: Critical Design Review
and deploying units use EST to maintain skills when they are not able
Engagement to conduct live-fire training. EST marksmanship qualification standards PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
and collective scenarios are validated by the U.S. Army Training and • 3QFY16: Prototype evaluation
Doctrine Command. • 1QFY17-2QFY19: Technical Refresh EST systems
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Materiel Solution Analysis EST supports ground combat readiness as the Army’s virtual Basic Rifle
Marksmanship training system. It provides individual marksmanship,
Technology Maturation &
small-unit (collective) gunnery, and tactical training and judgmental
Risk Reduction
use of force (Shoot/Don’t Shoot), which includes escalation-of-force/
Engineering & Manufacturing graduated response scenarios.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
Weapon system capabilities include:
Operations & Support
• Small arms (pistol, rifle, carbine and grenade launcher) simulators
• Medium, crew-served weapons (M240B and M249 semi-automatic
weapon) simulators
MILESTONE DECISION • Shoulder-fired munition (AT4 and M141 bunker-defeating munition)
AUTHORITY simulators
Defense Acquisition Executive • Heavy machine gun (M2 and MK-19) simulators
The EST II system contract was recently awarded, and improved
Army Acquisition Executive
capabilities include:
Program Executive Officer • Moving-eye point (allows Soldiers to maneuver through a virtual
battlespace scenario)

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EST
None

CONTRACTORS
EST II: Meggitt Training Systems (Suwanee, GA)
EST: Cubic Global Defense (San Diego, CA)

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ACAT II

Enhanced Medium Altitude Reconnaissance and

Surveillance System (EMARSS)
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • EMARSS-V: Vehicle and Dismount Exploitation Radar (VADER)

FUNCTION The Enhanced Medium Altitude Reconnaissance and Surveillance System Moving Target Indication (MTI) with Vehicle and Dismount MTI,
Mission Command (EMARSS) provides a persistent Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Signals Intelligence and HD FMV
Reconnaissance (AISR) capability to detect, locate, classify, identify and
Movement and Maneuver track surface targets with a high degree of timeliness and accuracy during PROGRAM STATUS
Intelligence the day, night and nearly all weather conditions. It enhances Brigade • F Y14:
Combat Team effectiveness by defining and assessing the environment ›› EMARSS: Capability Production Document approved; Milestone
Fires
and providing surveillance, targeting support and threat warning. C Decision approved; authorized an acquisition strategy to
Sustainment leverage and incorporate Quick Reaction Capability (QRC)
Maneuver Support EMARSS contains a tailored set of Distributed Common Ground AISR systems into the EMARSS Program of Record (POR);
and Protection System – A (DCGS-A) enabled software intelligence, surveillance and transferred eight Liberty Project Aircraft from the Air Force to
reconnaissance functionalities to process, exploit and rapidly disseminate the Fixed Wing Project Office (FW PO) for future integration
Engagement the intelligence derived from the imagery sensor. Selected EMARSS into the EMARSS-M variant; FW PO assumed overall program
imagery is immediately processed on the aircraft and forwarded to management responsibility for the ACAT II EMARSS Program of
DCGS-A for further processing, analysis and reporting. Record (POR)
ACQUISITION • FY15:
LIFECYCLE PHASE EMARSS complies with DoD Information Technology Standards ›› Completed Limited User Test for EMARSS-S
Materiel Solution Analysis Registry and Defense Information Systems Network. This architecture ›› Awarded Initial Variant Modification contract to initiate strategy
permits interoperability with any multiservice or Joint systems that to modify QRC aircraft to incorporate into the EMARSS POR
Technology Maturation &
comply with DoD standard formats for data transfer and dissemination. ›› VADER: QRC – Divested two Twin Otter aircraft with VADER
Risk Reduction
systems after two VADER systems (VADER 3 and 4) were fielded
Engineering & Manufacturing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER on King Air B300 platforms; VADER 3, 4 and 5 employed
Development EMARSS, together with Aerial Exploitation Battalions within the reachback control of VADER, FMV and signals intelligence
Production & Deployment Intelligence and Security Command, provides command and control, via beyond-line-of-sight; VADER 5 was integrated under Rapid
mission planning, sustainment support, and deployment packages to Acquisition Authority, completed under budget in 12 months and
Operations & Support
facilitate worldwide missions in accordance with standard Joint and deployed in support of Operation Freedom Sentinel
Army tasking processes. • 1QFY16:
›› Completion of New Equipment Training for EMARSS-S
MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS ›› Award Follow-on Variant Modification contract authorizing the
AUTHORITY • EMARSS-S: Multi-intelligence with Broad Spectrum Signals modification of the remaining QRC aircraft to be incorporated
Defense Acquisition Executive Intelligence and High Definition (HD) Full Motion Video (FMV) into the EMARSS POR
• EMARSS-G: Geographical intelligence with Wide Area
Army Acquisition Executive PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Surveillance, Light Imaging and Ranging, and HD FMV
Program Executive Officer • EMARSS-M: Multi-intelligence with Signals Intelligence and • F Y16: Deploy and sustain OCONUS, three EMARSS-S aerial
HD FMV systems (MC-12S)

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EMARSS
None

CONTRACTORS
The Boeing Co. (Ridley Park, PA)
L-3 Communications Mission Integration
(Greenville, TX)
Sierra Nevada Corp. (Hagerstown, MD)
Adams Communication and Engineering
Technology, Inc. (Waldorf, MD)
Hawker Beechcraft Corp. (Wichita, KS)
L-3 Communication Systems-West (Salt Lake City, UT)
Rockwell Collins (Cedar Rapids, IA)
CACI (Arlington, VA)

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Enhanced Night Vision Goggle (ENVG)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The AN/PSQ-20 Enhanced Night Vision Goggle (ENVG) provides • 2QFY15: Contract awards to BAE Systems and DRS Technologies
Mission Command dismounted Brigade Combat Team warfighters the capability to observe for ENVG III
and maneuver in all weather conditions, through obscurants, during • 3QFY15: Critical Design Review (CDR) for DRS ENVG III design
Movement and Maneuver limited visibility and under all lighting conditions while enabling rapid • 4QFY15:
Intelligence detection and engagement with rifle-mounted aiming lasers. The ENVG ›› CDR for BAE ENVG III design
uses both image intensification and infrared (thermal) sensors. ›› Early User Assessment
Fires
• 1QFY16: Production Qualification Test
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The ENVG allows the individual Soldier to see, understand and act PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection first during limited visibility conditions. It combines the visual detail • 2QFY16: Reliability Growth Test 1
in low light conditions that is provided by image intensification with the • 3
 QFY16: Reliability Growth Test 2
Engagement thermal sensor’s ability to see through fog, dust and smoke. This thermal • 4QFY16: Type Classification – Standard
capability makes the ENVG useful during the day as well as at night, • 1QFY17:
unlike earlier night vision devices. ›› ENVG III Full Materiel Release
ACQUISITION ›› ENVG III Full-Rate Production begins
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS • 2QFY17: ENVG III Fieldings begin in accordance with
Materiel Solution Analysis • M an-sized target recognition: Headquarters Department of the Army G-8 priorities
›› 80 percent probability at 150 meters (threshold) and
Technology Maturation &
300 meters (objective)
Risk Reduction
›› 50 percent probability at 300 meters (threshold) and
Engineering & Manufacturing 550 meters (objective)
Development • Total system weight:
Production & Deployment ›› L ess than 2 pounds (threshold) and 1.5 pounds (objective)
• Operating hours (continuous fusion):
Operations & Support
›› Greater than 7.5 hours (threshold) and 15 hours (objective)

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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ENVG
None

CONTRACTORS
Harris Corp. (Roanoke, VA)
L-3 Warrior Systems (Londonderry, NH)
DRS Technologies (Melbourne, FL and
Dallas, TX)
BAE Systems (Nashua, NH)

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Expeditionary Water Packaging System (EWPS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION The Expeditionary Water Packaging System (EWPS) provides on-
Mission Command site water bottling capability, eliminating transportation requirements
and risks. EWPS is a completely containerized, fully-automated water
Movement and Maneuver packaging system that fills and caps one-liter bottles with potable water
Intelligence for individual Soldier consumption. The EWPS features end-to-end
automated production within a closed, hygienic environment.
Fires
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Maneuver Support The EWPS reduces the distribution footprint for bottled water and the
and Protection causalities associated with line-haul distribution. It provides inherent
safety and health benefits by reducing Soldier contamination at bulk
Engagement system fill points and minimizes the cost associated with procuring and
transporting bottled water.

ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE • F ills 900 one-liter plastic bottles per hour, powered by standard
Materiel Solution Analysis military tactical generator sets
• Compatible with standard military Environmental Control Units
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
PROGRAM STATUS
Engineering & Manufacturing • 2
 QFY16: Request for Proposals released
Development
Production & Deployment PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
• 3
 QFY16:
Operations & Support
›› Milestone C
›› Award Production Contract
• 4QFY16: Production and Fielding
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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EWPS
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Family of Engineer Combat and Construction Sets

(ECACS)
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Family of Engineer Combat and Construction Sets (ECACS) HEPPOE:
Mission Command consists of engineer sets that aid in the detection, protection, surveillance, • Includes 2 portable diesel-powered units and 13 lift cases of tools
evacuation and clearance of buildings as well as facilities repair, road such as pavement breakers; concrete vibrators; concrete and wood
Movement and Maneuver construction and other construction engineering tasks. chainsaws; sump pumps; various drills and saws; sanders and
Intelligence grinders; and post pullers
Hydraulic, Electric, Pneumatic, Operated Equipment (HEPPOE) UOpPS:
Fires
provides engineer units with an effective means to operate hydraulic- • Includes vapor and trace explosives detector; Power Hawk rescue
Sustainment electric-pneumatic tools in a non-power-sourced location while system; under-door remote-viewing instrument; articulating
Maneuver Support conducting theater-of-operation repair and construction tasks. fiberscope; pole-mounted infrared camera; oxygen cutting torch;
and Protection and portable hand-held welder
Urban Operations Platoon Set (UOpPS) provides the tools needed to UOpSS:
Engagement mitigate gaps such as explosive detection and early and forcible entry, • Includes urban assault ladder; breaching kit; rappelling kit;
which enhances the engineer force’s capability to rapidly shape the mechanical entry tools; and marker light sticks
operational environment. The Soldier-portable tool load is composed
ACQUISITION of high-tech, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items contained in six PROGRAM STATUS
LIFECYCLE PHASE ruggedized cases. • 1QFY13-4QFY15: Production and fielding for HEPPOE, UOpPS
Materiel Solution Analysis and UOpSS
Urban Operations Squad Set (UOpSS) provides combat engineers the
Technology Maturation & PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ability to operate in urban areas utilizing various breeching and marking
Risk Reduction
techniques. The Soldier-portable tool load is composed of low-tech • F Y16-FY17: Sustainment
Engineering & Manufacturing COTS items contained in four canvas bags.
Development
Production & Deployment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
ECACS equips the warfighter with the tools necessary to perform
Operations & Support
detection, protection, surveillance and evacuation as well as any
construction engineer task needed for urban and rural environments.

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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ECACS
None

CONTRACTORS
Kipper Tool Company (Gainesville, GA)

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ACAT III

Family of Military Working Dogs Equipment

and Kennel
PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Family of Military Working Dogs Equipment and Kennel provides dog • 3QFY14: Milestone C for Equipment Sets, entered Production
Mission Command handlers and kennel masters with equipment to maintain the health and & Deployment
well-being of the animals as well as to accomplish the missions assigned. • 1QFY15: First Unit Equipped for Equipment Sets
Movement and Maneuver • 3QFY15: Achieved Full Operational Capability
Intelligence The program offers four equipment sets. • 4QFY15: Milestone C for Deployable Kennel, entered Production
• Handler Set: Made up of leads, muzzles, collars and harnesses for & Deployment
Fires
management and control; bowls for feeding; tools for grooming; and • 1QFY16: Achieved First Unit Equipped for Deployable Kennel
Sustainment a crate to ship the animal. Also includes equipment for deployments,
a rappelling harness and a marking beacon. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection • Facility Set: Consists of equipment used in a home station, • 2QFY16: Achieve Full Operational Capability
including feeding and water pails, weight scales, a bite suit, tug toys
Engagement and a starter pistol.
• Obedience Course Set: Contains the obstacles to conduct
obedience training at the permanent kennel facilities.
ACQUISITION • Canine First-Aid Set: Includes medical supplies such as bandages,
LIFECYCLE PHASE medications, etc., to provide emergency care to the animals.
Materiel Solution Analysis
The Family of Military Working Dogs program allows military working
Technology Maturation &
dog handlers to deploy to a facility that will house and protect their
Risk Reduction
dogs in a wide range of operational environments. Working dogs will be
Engineering & Manufacturing issued to authorized military police, provost marshal, and engineer units
Development and activities.
Production & Deployment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Operations & Support
The kennel masters will have a consistent and common set of equipment
at each facility to which they deploy.

MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS

AUTHORITY •  andler Set
H
Defense Acquisition Executive • Facility Set
• Obedience Course Set
Army Acquisition Executive
• Canine First-Aid Set
Program Executive Officer • Deployable Kennels

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Military Working Dogs

None

CONTRACTORS
Equipment Sets: Garrett Container Systems, Inc.
(Accident, MD)
Deployable Kennel: Highland Engineering, Inc.
(Howell, MI)

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ACAT III

Family of Weapon Sights – Crew Served

(FWS-CS)
PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Family of Weapon Sights – Crew Served (FWS-CS) will mount • 1QFY14: FWS-CS Industry Days
Mission Command to the M240, M2 and Mk19 and will provide the Soldier with high- • 2QFY15: Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) released to industry
definition (HD) infrared (thermal) imagery in all weather conditions, • 3QFY15: Early User Assessment to influence Final RFP release
Movement and Maneuver through obscurants, and under all lighting conditions. The FWS-CS • 4QFY15: Final RFP released to industry
Intelligence will also integrate an HD day camera, a laser rangefinder and a wireless • 1QFY16: Source Selection Evaluation Board begins
Helmet Mounted Display.
Fires PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2
 QFY16: Milestone B, entering Engineering & Manufacturing
Maneuver Support The FWS-CS HD thermal sensor and HD day camera will provide Development (EMD)
and Protection Soldiers with a long-range capability for crew-served weapons. The • 3QFY16: EMD Contract Award
FWS-CS integrated laser rangefinder will support a ballistic crosshair • 4QFY16: Preliminary Design Review
Engagement that shifts based on the target range, enabling Soldiers to get first • 2QFY17: Critical Design Review
bursts on target. The FWS-CS wireless Helmet Mounted Display allows • 4QFY17: Testing of EMD prototypes begins
the Soldier to receive weapon sight imagery while behind protective
ACQUISITION armor and when using a weapon system with the Objective Gunners
LIFECYCLE PHASE Protection Kit.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• M an-sized target recognition at night:
Risk Reduction
›› 70 percent probability at 2,400 meters (threshold) and
Engineering & Manufacturing 2,600 meters (objective)
Development • Man-sized target recognition through smoke or other obscurants:
Production & Deployment ›› 90 percent probability at 500 meters (threshold) and
600 meters (objective)
Operations & Support
• Total system weight:
›› L ess than or equal to 3.25 pounds (threshold) and 2.5 pounds
(objective)
MILESTONE DECISION • Field-of-view:
AUTHORITY ›› Greater than or equal to 9 degrees (threshold) and 18 degrees
Defense Acquisition Executive (objective)
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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FWS-CS
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD (In Source Selection)

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Family of Weapon Sights – Individual (FWS-I)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Family of Weapon Sights – Individual (FWS-I) mounts to the • 3QFY14: Milestone B, entering Engineering & Manufacturing
Mission Command M4 and M249 and provides the Soldier with infrared (thermal) Development (EMD)
imagery in all weather conditions, through obscurants and under all • 2QFY15: EMD Contract Award to BAE Systems and DRS
Movement and Maneuver lighting conditions. Technologies
Intelligence • 1QFY16: Reliability Growth Test 1
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Fires PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
The FWS-I wirelessly transmits the weapon sight crosshair and thermal
Sustainment imagery to the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle III providing a Rapid • 2QFY16: Developmental Testing
Maneuver Support Target Acquisition (RTA) capability. RTA enables Soldiers to detect, • 3
 QFY16:
and Protection recognize and engage targets accurately from any carry position and with ›› Limited User Test
significantly reduced exposure to enemy fire. ›› Milestone C, Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) begins
Engagement • 2QFY17: Qualification Testing of LRIP systems begins
SPECIFICATIONS • 3QFY17: Reliability Growth Test 2
• M an-sized target recognition at night:
ACQUISITION ›› 70 percent probability at 960 meters (threshold) and 1,200
LIFECYCLE PHASE meters (objective)
Materiel Solution Analysis • Man-sized target recognition through smoke or other obscurants:
›› 90 percent probability at 300 meters (threshold) and 480
Technology Maturation &
meters (objective)
Risk Reduction
• Total system weight:
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› L ess than or equal to 2 pounds (threshold) and 1.5 pounds
Development (objective)
Production & Deployment • Field-of-view:
›› Greater than or equal to 18 degrees (threshold) and 26 degrees
Operations & Support
(objective)

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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FWS-I
None

CONTRACTORS
DRS Technologies (Melbourne, FL and Dallas, TX)
BAE Systems (Nashua, NH)

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ACAT III

Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper (FWS-S)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper (FWS-S) will mount in-line with • 1QFY14: FWS-S Industry Days
Mission Command a sniper’s day optic on the M110, M2010, M107, the Compact Semi- • 4QFY14: Early User Assessment to influence Draft Request for
Automatic Sniper System and the Precision Sniper Rifle. The FWS-S Proposal (RFP) release
Movement and Maneuver will provide the Sniper with infrared (thermal) imagery in all weather • 2QFY15: Draft RFP released to industry
Intelligence conditions, through obscurants and under all lighting conditions. The • 3QFY15:
FWS-S will also include a wired remote to adjust focus, a wired capability ›› Early User Assessment to influence final RFP release
Fires
to the Small Tactical Optical Rifle Mounted (STORM) micro-Laser ›› Final RFP released to industry
Sustainment Rangefinder and a wireless capability to the STORM SLX (smaller, light, • 4QFY15: Source Selection Evaluation Board begins
Maneuver Support more cost effective).
and Protection PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2
 QFY16: Milestone B, entering Engineering and Manufacturing
Engagement The FWS-S thermal sensor extends lethality for snipers to 1,800 meters, Development (EMD)
three times longer than the 600-meter capability provided by an image • 3QFY16: EMD Contract Award
intensified system. The FWS-S will be the first clip-on thermal weapon • 4QFY16: Preliminary Design Review
ACQUISITION sight specifically developed and fielded by the Army for the sniper • 1QFY17: Critical Design Review
LIFECYCLE PHASE community. • 2QFY17: Testing of EMD prototypes begins
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• Man-sized target recognition at night:
Risk Reduction
›› 70 percent probability at 1,800 meters (threshold) and 2,200
Engineering & Manufacturing meters (objective)
Development • Man-sized target recognition through smoke or other obscurants:
Production & Deployment ›› 90 percent probability at 600 meters (threshold) and 800 meters
(objective)
Operations & Support
• Total system weight:
›› L ess than or equal to 2 pounds (threshold) and
1.75 pounds (objective)
MILESTONE DECISION • Field-of-view:
AUTHORITY ›› Greater than or equal to 4 degrees (threshold) and
Defense Acquisition Executive 9 degrees (objective)
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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FWS-S
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD (In Source Selection)

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ACAT II

Fixed Wing
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Fixed Wing provides lifecycle acquisition management of the Army’s • F Y13-Current: C-12, RC-12 and UC-35 aircraft sustained using
Mission Command fixed wing fleet of transport and manned intelligence, surveillance and Life Cycle Contractor Support (LCCS) Maintenance contract (L-3
reconnaissance aircraft. Vertex); C-23 and C-26 aircraft sustained using LCCS maintenance
Movement and Maneuver contract (M-7 Aerospace); C-20 and C-37 aircraft sustained using
Intelligence Army fixed wing aviation units serve as intelligence and electronic LCCS maintenance contracts (Northrop Grumman Technical
warfare assets, provide timely movement of key personnel to critical Services and Gulfstream)
Fires
locations throughout the theater of operations, and support worldwide • F Y14: FUA Materiel Development Decision (MDD) Acquisition
Sustainment peacetime contingencies and humanitarian relief efforts. The fixed wing Decision Memorandum (ADM) signed by Army Acquisition
Maneuver Support fleet consists of 312 aircraft comprised of 8 missions, 16 designs and 35 Executive; ADM designated FUA as ACAT II program entering at
and Protection series. All Army fixed wing aircraft are commercial derivative aircraft Milestone C; MDD approved; FUA Milestone Decision Authority
and are divided into three categories: Special Electronic Mission Aircraft, transferred to PEO Aviation; FUA is a retirement and replacement
Engagement Transport Aircraft and Mission Support Aircraft. program for the Army’s fleet of C-12 aircraft

The Fixed Wing Utility Aircraft (FUA), currently in development, is PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION a retirement and replacement program for the aging and range-limited • F
 Y16:
LIFECYCLE PHASE Operational Support Airlift aircraft (92 C-12 and C-26). The FUA will ›› In response to validated Operational Needs Statement 15-20470,
Materiel Solution Analysis provide improved passenger and payload capability coupled with greater Fixed Wing Project Office will award a contract to integrate
unrefueled range to support the needs of Army commanders. FUA will the Communications Electronic Attack Surveillance and
Technology Maturation &
also integrate military communications, navigation, surveillance and Reconnaissance Mission Equipment Package onto two
Risk Reduction
survivability systems. C-12R aircraft, which will deliver in support of Overseas
Engineering & Manufacturing Contingency Operations
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Validation of the FUA Capability Production Document
Production & Deployment Army fixed wing aviation units serve as intelligence and electronic addressing capability gaps and sustainment issues with the legacy
warfare assets, and provide timely movement of key personnel to critical Operational Support Fleet
Operations & Support
locations throughout the theater of operations. ›› In accordance with HQDA Execution Order 196-15, deliver
10 C-12Us to the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence in
SPECIFICATIONS Support of the Fixed Wing Transition Course; subsequently,
MILESTONE DECISION • T
 he FUA program will have improved range, payload and high- divest 10 C-12Ds (from Fixed Wing Flight Training) by
AUTHORITY hot performance along with the requisite aircraft survivability September 2016 along with four additional C-12C airplanes
Defense Acquisition Executive equipment, military multiband communication and onboard • 4QFY17: FUA Acquisition Milestone C and procurement
battlefield situational awareness to enable effective air movement of contract award
Army Acquisition Executive
deployed forces.
Program Executive Officer

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Fixed Wing
Greece

CONTRACTORS
L-3 Vertex (Madison, MS)
M-7 Aerospace (San Antonio, TX)
King Aerospace (Addison, TX)
Gulfstream (Savannah, GA)
Hawker Beechcraft Corp. (Wichita, KS)
Northrop Grumman Technical Services (Dallas, TX)
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (St. Louis, MO)
Leidos, Inc. (Reston, VA)
L-3 MID (Greenville, TX)
Sierra Nevada Corp. (Sparks, NV)
CACI International Inc. (Arlington, VA)
Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (Reston, VA)

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ACAT III

Force Protection Systems

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION ›› C an immediately adapt to threat condition changes and employ

FUNCTION Force Protection Systems consist of the following components: applicable restrictive entrance criteria
Mission Command ›› Scalable architecture accommodates small, medium and large sites
• A
 utomated Installation Entry (AIE): AIE is a software and ›› Autonomously reads and verifies personnel credentials
Movement and Maneuver hardware system that provides enhanced security through credential ›› Interfaces electronically with the Defense Enrollment Eligibility
Intelligence verification and authentication, personnel vetting and establishing Reporting System
permissions for Army installation access. • BAIS:
Fires
›› Consists of a hand-held monitor and three seismic/acoustic sensors
Sustainment • B
 attlefield Anti-Intrusion System (BAIS): BAIS is a compact, ›› Provides coverage across a platoon’s defensive front (450 meters)
Maneuver Support modular, sensor-based warning system that can be used as a • LKMD:
and Protection tactical stand-alone system for small units. It delivers early warning ›› Modular, tactical ground sensor-based early warning system
and situational awareness information based on proven, fielded, ›› Enhances unit awareness and force effectiveness during all
Engagement seismic and acoustic sensors and modified commercial off-the-shelf types of operations and environments, including small-scale
components; and classifies detections as personnel, vehicle, wheeled contingencies and Military Operations in Urban Terrain as well as
or tracked intrusions. BAIS provides a sizable increase in sensor high-intensity combat
ACQUISITION density and depth to allow increased situational awareness.
LIFECYCLE PHASE PROGRAM STATUS
Materiel Solution Analysis • T
 he Lighting Kit, Motion Detector (LKMD): LKMD is a simple, A IE:
compact, modular, sensor-based early warning system that provides • F Y13-FY15: Continued fielding and sustainment of existing systems
Technology Maturation &
programmable responses of illumination and sound. BAIS:
Risk Reduction
• 4QFY15: Production and fielding completed
Engineering & Manufacturing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER LKMD:
Development AIE improves guard force efficiency by automating access control • 2QFY13-4QFY15: Production completed
Production & Deployment processes for personnel entering an installation and by increasing accuracy
of credential vetting. BAIS and LKMD provide early detection and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Operations & Support
warning by enhancing force effectiveness as well as increasing situational A IE:
awareness for small tactical units and bases. • Through FY22: Continued fielding and sustainment planned
BAIS:
MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS • F
 Y16: Complete fielding; sustainment CECOM Logistics and
AUTHORITY • A
 IE: Readiness Center (LRC)
Defense Acquisition Executive ›› System provides continuous vetting of credentials against federal LKMD:
data and interoperates with a defense enterprise capability to • 1QFY16 - 2QFY16: Complete fielding; sustainment CECOM LRC
Army Acquisition Executive
enable data sharing among Army installations, the Joint services begins in 1QFY16
Program Executive Officer and other agencies

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Force Protection Systems

None

CONTRACTORS
AIE: TBD
BAIS: L-3 Communications-East (Camden, NJ)
LKMD: URS Federal Services, Inc.
(Germantown, MD)

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ACAT II

Force Provider (FP)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Each Force Provider (FP) is a high-quality deployable base camp that • A
 150-Soldier FP set deploys via 18 triple container (TRICON)
Mission Command contains billeting, latrines, showers, laundry and kitchen facilities. systems consisting of:
The modules include fuel support, water and waste management, ›› Eight latrine systems
Movement and Maneuver environmental control units, power generation and power distribution ›› Eight shower systems
Intelligence support ranging from 50- to 150-Soldier camps. ›› One kitchen system
›› Containerized batch laundry systems
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FP is staged in Army Prepositioned Stocks 1, 3 and 4 to support ›› Fourteen TRICON refrigerated containers
Sustainment combatant commanders’ requirements. All system components weigh ›› Six 60-kW tactical quiet generators
Maneuver Support less than 10,000 pounds and are prepackaged for rapid transport via air ›› 10 modular personnel tents (air supported)
and Protection (C-130, C-141, C-5 and C-17), sea, road or rail. ›› Two 400,000 British-thermal-unit water heaters
›› One improved fuel distribution system
Engagement Additional operational add-on kits include cold-weather kits, prime- ›› Six mobile electric power distribution replacement systems
power kits, large-scale electric kitchens, administration kits, and morale ›› 10 environmental control units
welfare and recreation kits. Resource efficiency add-ons include shower • All system components weigh less than 10,000 pounds
ACQUISITION water reuse systems, energy saving shelter shades and insulating liner
LIFECYCLE PHASE systems. New FP modules use AirBeam shelter technology, which reduces PROGRAM STATUS
Materiel Solution Analysis setup time from days to hours. These operational energy upgrades reduce • F Y14: Preliminary Design Review for Rigid Wall
fuel, power and water requirements. configuration completed
Technology Maturation &
• F Y14-FY15: Energy efficiency testing of the Rigid Wall
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER Shelter System
Engineering & Manufacturing FP provides military personnel with configurable, containerized,
Development expeditionary base camp modules designed to improve the warfighter’s PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Production & Deployment performance, morale, welfare and quality of life, while reducing fuel, • 2
 QFY16: Integration of Rigid Wall Shelters and Full
power and water consumption rates. Materiel Release
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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FP
None

CONTRACTORS
Force Provider Assembly: Letterkenny Army
Depot (Chambersburg, PA)
Expeditionary TRICON Kitchen System and
Force Provider Electric Kitchen: Tri-Tech USA,
Inc. (South Burlington, VT)
AirBeam TEMPER Tent: Vertigo, Inc. (Lake Elsinore, CA)
Environmental Control: Hunter Manufacturing Co. (Solon, OH)
TRICON Container: Charleston Marine Containers, Inc. (Charleston, SC)
Waste Water Evacuation Tank/Trailer: Marsh Industrial (Kalkaska, MI)
Cold Weather Kit Assembly: Berg Companies, Inc. (Spokane, WA)
Mobile Electric Power Distribution System Replacement: Lex Products Corp. (Stamford, CT)
Expeditionary TRICON Systems (shower, laundry and latrine): TBD

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ACAT III

Global Command and Control System –

Army (GCCS-A)
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Global Command and Control System – Army (GCCS-A) is the Army’s • 2 QFY13-4QFY14: Development of DRRS-A for continuing Global
Mission Command strategic, theater and tactical command, control and communications Force Management Data Initiative efforts
system. It provides a seamless link of operational information and critical • 2QFY13-2QFY15: Development of GCCS-A and DRRS-A
Movement and Maneuver data from the strategic GCCS – Joint (GCCS-J) to Army theater elements software enhancements in support of the Command Post
Intelligence and below through a common picture of Army tactical operations to the Computing Environment under the Common Operating
Joint and Coalition communities. Environment implementation plan
Fires
• 2QFY13–2QFY15: Continued development in support of GCCS-A
Sustainment GCCS-A strategic tools for readiness reporting were modernized Modernization Bridge Effort and DRRS-A 2.4 requirements
Maneuver Support and replaced with the Defense Readiness Reporting System – Army
and Protection (DRRS-A), a suite of Web-based applications for Army Readiness, Force PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Registration and Force Projection. • 2
 QFY16: Operational Test
Engagement • 3QFY16: Network Integration Evaluation 16.2
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
GCCS-A provides critical automated command and control tools
ACQUISITION for strategic Army Commands (division and above) to enhance the
LIFECYCLE PHASE warfighter’s ability to plan and execute missions throughout the spectrum
Materiel Solution Analysis of conflict during Joint and Combined operations and to provide interface
between Joint and Combined Forces and tactical Army Mission Systems.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
GCCS-A provides situational awareness to the operational and tactical
Engineering & Manufacturing levels throughout the Theater/Joint Task Force area of operations. The
Development system also facilitates data exchange between Joint and Army systems.
Production & Deployment
SPECIFICATIONS
Operations & Support
• C orrelates Unique Identifier, Unique Reference Number and Unit
Identification Code information to maintain persistent data across
the forces
MILESTONE DECISION • Improves the Army’s ability to analyze course of action, develop and
AUTHORITY manage Army forces and execute war plans
Defense Acquisition Executive • Provides the Authoritative Army Common Operational Picture and
links the strategic GCCS-Joint Common Operating Picture with the
Army Acquisition Executive
Army’s Tactical Mission Command systems
Program Executive Officer

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GCCS-A
None

CONTRACTORS
System Hardware: General Dynamics
(Taunton, MA)
Systems Engineering and Support: Computer
Sciences Corporation (CSC) (Belcamp, MD)
Field Support Representatives (FSRs): AASKI Technology
(Ocean, NJ)

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Guardrail Common Sensor (GR/CS)

PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • A capability to process special high-priority signals through the

FUNCTION Guardrail Common Sensor (GR/CS) provides signals intelligence high-end COMINT subsystems High Band COMINT and
Mission Command (SIGINT) collection and precision targeting that intercepts, collects and X-Midas
precisely locates hostile communications intelligence radio frequency • Ground processing software and hardware are being upgraded
Movement and Maneuver emitters and electronic intelligence (ELINT) threat radar emitters. It for interoperability with the Distributed Common Ground
Intelligence provides near-real-time information to tactical commanders in the Joint System – Army
Task Force Area supporting a full spectrum of operations (close-in and
Fires
deep-look collections) with emphasis on indications and warnings. SPECIFICATIONS
Sustainment • I ntegrated COMINT and ELINT collection and reporting
Maneuver Support GR/CS is a fixed-wing, airborne, SIGINT-collection and precision • Enhanced signal classification and recognition and precision
and Protection targeting location system. It collects low-, mid- and high-band radio emitter geolocation
signals and ELINT signals; identifies and classifies them; determines • Advanced integrated aircraft cockpit
Engagement source location; and provides near-real-time reporting, ensuring • Tactical Satellite Remote Relay System
information dominance to commanders. GR/CS uses a Guardrail
Mission Operations Facility (MOF) for the control, data processing and PROGRAM STATUS
ACQUISITION message center for the system. • F Y13: RC-12 fleet was reduced to 38 aircraft; three RC-12X mission
LIFECYCLE PHASE aircraft were fielded bringing the total of the modernized Guardrail
Materiel Solution Analysis A standard system has RC-12 aircraft flying operational missions in fleet to 14
single-ship or multiship operations. Up to three aircraft and systems • F Y14: RC-12X FMV Prototype Flight Handling Qualities and
Technology Maturation &
simultaneously collect communications and electronics emitter Performance Flight Testing completed; eight RC-12 aircraft were
Risk Reduction
transmissions and gather lines of bearing and time-difference-of-arrival deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; these aircraft
Engineering & Manufacturing data, which is transmitted to the MOF, correlated and supplied to flew 6,721 hours and had an average mission-capable rate of
Development supported commands via National Security Agency Net. 90.5 percent
Production & Deployment • F Y15: Four RC-12 aircraft remained deployed in support of
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER operations in Afghanistan
Operations & Support
The warfighter will benefit from planned improvements through
Guardrail modernization efforts, which support a full spectrum of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
operations, including: • F
 Y16: RC-12 fleet will be reduced to 19 aircraft (14 operational and
MILESTONE DECISION • Full motion video (FMV), precision geolocation subsystem and the 5 trainers) with the divestment of 6 RC-12K aircraft in accordance
AUTHORITY Communications High-Accuracy Location Subsystem – Compact with the Army 2020 Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance
Defense Acquisition Executive with increased frequency coverage and a higher probability to Plan; RC-12X Autopilot replacement program scheduled to begin
collect targets with the induction of the prototype aircraft; continue to support
Army Acquisition Executive
• Communications intelligence (COMINT) infrastructure and core contingency operations in Afghanistan with four RC-12X aircraft
Program Executive Officer COMINT subsystem provide a frequency extension and Enhanced • F Y17: Field two FMV-capable systems and continue to support
Situational Awareness contingency operations

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GR/CS
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman (Sacramento, CA)
L-3 Communications (Salt Lake City, UT)
Lockheed Martin (Owego, NY)
ArgonST (A Boeing Company) (Mountain
View, CA)

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ACAT III

Heavy Equipment Transporter System (HETS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION Trailer:

FUNCTION The Heavy Equipment Transporter System (HETS) consists of two • M1000
Mission Command pieces of equipment: the M1070 tractor and the M1000 semitrailer. The ›› Low-bed, fifth-wheel trailer that includes 5 axle rows
HETS tractor is used in combination with the M1000 trailer to transport ›› 4 hydraulically steered rows of bogie axles
Movement and Maneuver the M1 Series Abrams tank and other heavy tracked and wheeled vehicles ›› 40 wheels
Intelligence weighing up to 140,000 pounds during administrative and tactical ›› Operator-adjusted and -leveled hydraulic suspension
operations. The HETS is capable of both on- and off-road operations ›› Single-cylinder, diesel engine auxiliary power unit to operate
Fires
over a variety of terrains and slopes, as well as temperature extremes from hydraulic suspension, gooseneck and steering systems
Sustainment minus 50 degrees to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Both tractors are capable
of seating 6 occupants (driver, commander and 4-person tank crew) and PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support
and Protection have a heavy-duty, fully oscillating fifth wheel with a 3.5-inch kingpin • F Y13-FY15:
and a central tire inflation system. ›› Completed fielding of the M1070A1 tractor and M1000 trailers to
Engagement Army Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard units
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Transitioning to sustainment in FY16
HETS supports the warfighter with the capability to load, unload
ACQUISITION and transport the M1 Abrams tank and other heavy tracked and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE wheeled vehicles. • F Y16-FY17:
Materiel Solution Analysis ›› Working with European partners to coordinate administrative
SPECIFICATIONS moves and public roadway permits in Europe
Technology Maturation &
Tractor: ›› Updating capabilities documentation and acquisition strategies to
Risk Reduction
• M1070A0 support future weight growth of the primary HETS payloads and
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› 2-cycle, V-8 engine, 500 horsepower improve peacetime HETS operations on public roadways
Development ›› Automatic transmission, 5 forward and 1 reverse gears, 2-speed
Production & Deployment transfer case
• M1070A1
Operations & Support
›› 4-cycle, in-line 6-cylinder engine, 700 horsepower
›› Automatic transmission, 7 forward and 1 reverse gears, single-
speed transfer case
MILESTONE DECISION ›› Anti-lock brakes
AUTHORITY ›› Integrated force protection
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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HETS
None

CONTRACTORS
Vehicle: Oshkosh Corp. (Oshkosh, WI)
Trailer: DRS Technologies (St. Louis, MO)

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ACAT III

High Mobility Engineer Excavator (HMEE)

I and III
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The High Mobility Engineer Excavator Type I (HMEE-I) is a H
 MEE-I:
Mission Command nondevelopmental military vehicle fielded to the Army’s Brigade Combat • Maximum speed: 60 mph on improved roads; 25 mph on
Teams (BCT) and other selected engineering units. Tasks performed by secondary roads
Movement and Maneuver the HMEE-I and III include repair and improvement of roads, trails, • Lift and load: 1.5 cubic yards
Intelligence bridges and airfields. • 13 total attachments
HMEE-III:
Fires
The high mobility of the HMEE-I provides earth-moving machines • Maximum speed: 60 mph on improved roads; 7 mph off roads
Sustainment capable of maintaining pace with the Army’s current combat systems. • Weight: approximately 18,700 pounds
Maneuver Support All HMEE-I will be capable of accepting armor in the form of an armor
and Protection cab (Crew Protection Kit), are C-130 transportable without armor, and PROGRAM STATUS
diesel driven. HMEE-I replaces Small Emplacement Excavators in BCT • F Y13-FY15: HMEE-I fielding
Engagement and HMEE-I in Stryker BCT. The HMEE-I is employed in Infantry
BCT, Armored BCT, Stryker BCT, Multi-Role Bridge Companies and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engineering Support Companies. • 3QFY17: HMEE-I fielding will be completed with the conclusion of
ACQUISITION the production contract
LIFECYCLE PHASE The HMEE-III Backhoe Loader is a commercial off-the-shelf backhoe
Materiel Solution Analysis loader with military modifications to include an armored cab designed
for units that are relatively stationary and do not require speed and rapid
Technology Maturation &
deployability. The HMEE-III is used by Combat Support Brigades in
Risk Reduction
general construction tasks. It is employed by Horizontal and Vertical
Engineering & Manufacturing Construction Units, and other nonengineering units such as Military
Development Police and Quartermaster Units.
Production & Deployment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Operations & Support
The HMEE clears rubble and debris from routes and airfields. It provides
survivability positions for critical assets like communication, control,
radar and logistics, and improves ford sites.
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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HMEE I and III

HMEE-I: Israel and New Zealand
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
Direct Sales: United Kingdom, United Arab
Emirates, Sweden, Australia and Germany

CONTRACTORS
HMEE-I OEM: JCB Inc. (Pooler, GA)
Armor: ADSI (Hicksville, NY); JCB Inc.
(Pooler, GA)
Logistics: XMCO (Warren, MI)
HMEE-III Backhoe Loader OEM: Case New Holland (Racine, WI)
Armor: BAE Systems (Columbus, OH)
Logistics: XMCO (Warren, MI)

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ACAT III

Home Station Instrumentation Training

System (HITS)
PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Home Station Instrumentation Training System (HITS) is designed • Provides continuous support 24/7 during training
Mission Command to enhance training at home stations by instrumenting force-on-force live • Interoperates with up to 1,162 instrumented personnel and vehicles
training exercises for battalion-and-below units. outfitted with the Instrumentable – Multiple Integrated Laser
Movement and Maneuver Engagement System
Intelligence HITS includes automated tools to establish medium fidelity cause-and- • HITS Battle Manager application allows operators to conduct fire
effect analysis of battalion-and-below collective training performance missions and employ minefields and improvised explosive devices,
Fires
in unified land operations. It is an integrated system of computer allowing automatic adjudication of casualty and damage effects of
Sustainment software and hardware; workstations; databases; voice, video, and data these attacks
Maneuver Support recording; production and presentation equipment; interface devices; • A llows the operator to monitor and record training unit voice
and Protection and communication networks. It provides the tools for the Observer- transmissions from up to four Single Channel Ground and Airborne
Controller, Trainer and Operators to collect, analyze and present Radio System channels
Engagement training performance feedback in the After Action Review (AAR) and • Captures video that can be edited and embedded to display in
a unit take-home package. HITS is a transportable system that can be an AAR
rapidly deployed to support field training exercises. It operates at Mission
ACQUISITION Assurance Category III Sensitive, and produces Controlled Unclassified PROGRAM STATUS
LIFECYCLE PHASE Information. HITS provides the live domain for the Live, Virtual, • F Y13-FY15: Fielded 12 systems to various home stations
Materiel Solution Analysis Constructive (LVC) Integrated Training Environment established by
the LVC-Integrating Architecture Program. HITS is part of the Live PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Technology Maturation &
Training Transformation – Family of Training Systems and is based on • 4QFY16: Complete Basis of Issue Fielding
Risk Reduction
the Common Training Instrumentation Architecture.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Production & Deployment HITS tracks Soldiers and vehicles while collecting their real-time casualty
assessment information during battalion level force-on-force collective
Operations & Support
training exercises. This allows the HITS Exercise Control to monitor
and record the participant’s position and the results of who shot whom,
when, where and with what outcome.
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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HITS
None

CONTRACTORS
Cubic Global Defense (San Diego, CA)

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ACAT II

Husky Mounted Detection System (HMDS)

PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Husky Mounted Detection System (HMDS) is a counter-improvised • 4QFY13: Milestone (MS) B, entered Engineering &
Mission Command explosive device system that provides stand-off detection and marking of Manufacturing Development
surface-laid and buried explosive hazards, booby-traps and unexploded • 3QFY14: Increment A2 Contract Award
Movement and Maneuver ordnance in complex and urban terrain in support of route clearance • 4QFY14:
Intelligence operations. HMDS is a mission equipment package mounted on current ›› Increment A1 Developmental Test
and programmed Husky vehicles organic to engineer units. ›› Increment A2 System Functional Review
Fires
• 1QFY15: Increment A2 Preliminary Design Review
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2QFY15: Increment A1 Limited User Test
Maneuver Support HMDS will detect and mark explosive hazards, operate in complex and • 3QFY15: Integrated Baseline Review
and Protection urban terrain, minimize warfighter workload, and move the warfighter
out of the blast zone. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engagement • 4
 QFY16: MS C
SPECIFICATIONS
HMDS will be developed in three increments:
ACQUISITION • Increment A1: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) (variant used
LIFECYCLE PHASE currently in theater) and stand-alone GPR V1 trainer
Materiel Solution Analysis • Increment A2: GPR with an integrated Deep Buried Detection
capability, Common Installation Kit and associated training devices
Technology Maturation &
• Increment B: Semi-autonomous control of Husky vehicle
Risk Reduction
and HMDS
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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HMDS
None

CONTRACTORS
NIITEK (Sterling, VA)

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ACAT III

Improved Environmental Control Units (IECU)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Improved Environmental Control Unit (IECU) program consists • 3QFY15: Completed 60,000 Btuh IECU Full-Rate
Mission Command of three standard shelter-mounted systems in the following sizes: 9,000 Production (FRP)
British thermal units per hour (Btuh); 18,000 Btuh; 36,000 Btuh; and • 1QFY13-4QFY15: Continued 9,000, 18,000, 36,000 Btuh IECU
Movement and Maneuver one skid-mounted unit of 60,000 Btuh. The IECU systems provide Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) Phase II
Intelligence critical cooling to vital military electronic and support systems and
equipment for the Army and DoD. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Fires
• 1
 QFY16-4QFY16: 9,000, 18,000, 36,000 Btuh continue EMD
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 1QFY17: 9,000, 18,000, 36,000 Btuh Milestone C, entering
Maneuver Support The IECU systems provide quality cooling, heating and dehumidification production
and Protection for command posts; command, control, communications, computers,
intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance systems; weapon systems;
Engagement and other battlefield operating systems while using a non-ozone
depleting refrigerant.

ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE • F orm, fit and function replacement of military standard (MIL-STD)
Materiel Solution Analysis Environmental Control Units (ECU)
• Ruggedized for military environments
Technology Maturation &
• Increased reliability over current MIL-STD ECU
Risk Reduction
• Reduced power consumption resulting in overall fuel savings
Engineering & Manufacturing • Reduced weight: 10-25 percent lighter than current
Development MIL-STD ECU
Production & Deployment • Fully operable up to 125 degrees Fahrenheit
• Uses R-410A refrigerant, a commercial industry standard
Operations & Support
• Compliant with all environmental legislative requirements
• Soft start, limited inrush current (no voltage drop or breaker trip due
to compressor start-up)
MILESTONE DECISION • Electromagnetic interference and nuclear, biological and chemical-
AUTHORITY protected interface
Defense Acquisition Executive • Remote control capability with automatic safety controls
• Organically supportable
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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IECU
None

CONTRACTORS
9,000, 18,000, 36,000 Btuh IECU: Mainstream
Engineering Corp. (Rockledge, FL)
60,000 Btuh IECU: DRS Environmental
Systems, Inc. (Florence, KY)

9k Btuh IECU

18k Btuh IECU 60k Btuh IECU

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ACAT III

Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB) is used to transport weapon systems, I RB Military Load Capacity:
Mission Command troops and supplies over water when permanent bridges are not available, • 105 wheeled or 85 tracked (normal)
and thereby supports the Joint force commander’s ability to employ and • 110 wheeled or 90 tracked (caution crossing)
Movement and Maneuver sustain forces worldwide.
Intelligence PROGRAM STATUS
The bridge system allows two-way traffic for High Mobility Multipurpose I RB (BAYS):
Fires
Wheeled Vehicle-width vehicles and increased Military Load Capacity at • 3QFY13: Fielding 310th MRBC
Sustainment all water current speeds over those of the Standard Ribbon Bridge. It is • 3QFY14: Fielding Army Prepositioned Stocks
Maneuver Support usable on increased bank heights more than 2.2 meters and the improved BEB:
and Protection folding and unfolding mechanism avoids cable breakage. Partially • 1QFY15: Milestone C
disassembled bays are C-130 transportable and externally transportable • 3QFY15: Production Qualification Testing begins
Engagement by CH-47 and CH-53 aircraft.
PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
The Improved Ribbon Bridge Float Ribbon Bridge System is issued I RB (BAYS):
ACQUISITION to the Multi-Role Bridge Company (MRBC). The Army Modified • FY16-FY17: Sustainment
LIFECYCLE PHASE Table of Organization and Equipment authorizes MRBC to consist BEB:
Materiel Solution Analysis of: 42 IRB bridge bays (30 interior bays and 12 ramp bays); 42 Bridge • 3QFY16: Limited User Test
Adapter Pallets; 14 Bridge Erection Boats (BEB); 14 Improved Boat • 3QFY17: Full-Rate Production Decision
Technology Maturation &
Cradles; and 56 Common Bridge Transporters (CBT). These assets
Risk Reduction
collectively address Tactical Float Ribbon Bridge “wet-gap” bridging.
Engineering & Manufacturing All components are required to transport, launch, erect and retrieve up
Development to 210 meters of floating bridge per MRBC. The IRB can be configured
Production & Deployment as either a continuous full-closure bridge or assembled and used for
rafting operations.
Operations & Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The IRB allows for crossings of faster water with higher banks in
MILESTONE DECISION contingency operations abroad and disaster relief and recovery efforts at
AUTHORITY home. It enables Soldiers to cross rivers, lakes, or other bodies of water
Defense Acquisition Executive in the absence of a means of crossing or in the event of an unreliable
or damaged permanent bridge. The IRB provides commanders an
Army Acquisition Executive
important option to rapidly close distances and move critical capabilities
Program Executive Officer and supplies by enabling formations to reliably cross gaps of still or
moving water with currents of up to 10 feet per second.

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IRB
None

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics European Land Systems –
Germany (GDELS-G) (Kaiserslautern, Germany)
Logistic support: AM General (Livonia, MI)
CBT manufacturer: Oshkosh Corp.
(Oshkosh, WI)
BEB manufacturer: Birdon Corporation (Denver, CO)

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ACAT III

Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS)

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

FUNCTION The Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS) provides long-range ITAS provides long-range anti-armor/precision assault fire capabilities to
Mission Command sensor and anti-armor/precision assault fire capabilities, enabling the the Army’s Infantry and Stryker Brigade Combat Teams as well as to
Soldier to shape the battlefield by detecting and engaging targets at the Marine Corps. ITAS is a major product upgrade that greatly reduces
Movement and Maneuver long range with Tube-Launched, Optically Tracked, Wireless-Guided the number of components, minimizing logistics support and equipment
Intelligence (TOW) Missiles; or directing the employment of other weapon systems requirements. Built-in diagnostics and improved interfaces enhance
to destroy those targets. ITAS is a multipurpose weapon system, used as a target engagement performance.
Fires
reconnaissance, surveillance and target acquisition sensor.
Sustainment SPECIFICATIONS
Maneuver Support ITAS’s second-generation forward-looking infrared sensors double the • S uperior long-range surveillance (second-generation forward-looking
and Protection long-range surveillance of its predecessor, the M220 TOW system. ITAS infrared)
offers improved hit probability with aided target tracking, improved • Long-range, lethal, heavy, close combat and precision assault fires
Engagement missile flight software algorithms and an elevation brake to minimize • Laser rangefinder (10 km)/Aided Target Tracker
launch transients. The system includes an integrated far-target location • Fires all versions of TOW Missile
(FTL) capability (day-and-night sight with laser rangefinder), a position • Automatic boresight capability
ACQUISITION attitude determination subsystem, a fire-control subsystem, a lithium-ion • FTL capability
LIFECYCLE PHASE battery power source and a modified traversing unit. Soldiers can also • Embedded training and Multiple Integrated Laser
Materiel Solution Analysis detect and engage long-range targets with TOW Missiles or, using the Engagement System
ITAS FTL enhancement, direct other fires to destroy them. The FTL • 16-hour Silent Watch capability
Technology Maturation &
enhancement consists of a position attitude determination subsystem
Risk Reduction
that provides the gunner with his own Global Positioning System PROGRAM STATUS
Engineering & Manufacturing (GPS) location and a 10-digit grid location to his target through the use • F Y13-FY15: Continued fielding of Image Enhancement
Development of differential GPS. With the PAQ-4/PEQ-2 Laser Pointer, ITAS can modification kits to the fleet
Production & Deployment designate .50 Caliber or MK-19 grenade engagements. The ITAS can fire
all versions of the TOW Family of Missiles. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Operations & Support
• 4QFY17: Complete fielding of Image Enhancement modification
The ITAS Image Enhancement Modification Kit reduces operator kits to the fleet
workload by optimizing the image presented to the gunner through
MILESTONE DECISION electronic processing. Electronic focus, image stabilization, and other
AUTHORITY processing techniques ensure that the image presented is optimized for
Defense Acquisition Executive the environment without manual manipulation of the various adjustment
settings. ITAS operates from the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled
Army Acquisition Executive
Vehicle, the dismount tripod platform and Stryker anti-tank guided
Program Executive Officer missile vehicles. ITAS is the Infantry’s precision weapon of choice in
combat engagements.

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ITAS
Canada and the NATO Support and
Procurement Agency

CONTRACTORS
Raytheon (McKinney, TX)

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ACAT II

Instrumentable – Multiple Integrated Laser

Engagement System (I-MILES)
PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Instrumentable – Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System • Works with a variety of weapon platforms
Mission Command (I-MILES) is designed to simulate both the firing capabilities and the • Uses laser transmitter that sends simulated laser MILES code at laser
vulnerability of dismounted troops, tactical vehicles and combat vehicles detectors attached to Soldiers, vehicles, etc.
Movement and Maneuver and to objectively assess weapon effects during training. This provides • Uses Class 1 and 3A lasers to replicate the engagement effects of
Intelligence unit commanders an integrated training system to use at the home station line-of-sight weapon systems
local training area and instrumented training areas. It will replace legacy • Capable of operating between 100 and 336 hours without power
Fires
systems at the End of Useful Life and in accordance with the Armywide source replacement
Sustainment distribution plan.
PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support
and Protection I-MILES is a laser-based training device used on Soldiers, small arms, • F Y15: Approximately 90,818 kits fielded
tactical vehicles, tanks, Bradley Fighting Vehicles and opposing forces to
Engagement provide real-time casualty effects. The I-MILES program is comprised of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
five product lines: • 4QFY16:
• Individual Weapon System ›› Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System (VTESS)
ACQUISITION • Tactical Vehicle System award (568 kits)
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Combat Vehicle System ›› Individual Weapon System (IWS) 27,994 kits
Materiel Solution Analysis • Shoulder Launched Munitions ›› Combat VTESS 936 Basis of Issue plus 237 U.S. Army Europe for
• Universal Controller Device total of 1,173 kits (last year of procurement)
Technology Maturation &
Together, these provide the ability to adjudicate force-on-force training • 4QFY17:
Risk Reduction
and provide data used in the After Action Review. It is an evolutionary ›› VTESS 2,440 kits
Engineering & Manufacturing approach to replace older I-MILES equipment with devices that provide ›› IWS 15,959 kits (last year of procurement)
Development better training fidelity. Use of the system, from squad-through-brigade-
Production & Deployment level exercises, reinforces good tactical maneuver skills by training
Soldiers how to avoid direct fire as well as reward good target engagement
Operations & Support
ability. The system interfaces with instruments at both home stations
and Combat Training Centers. The I-MILES modular design will
accommodate new weapons, ammunition, vulnerabilities and vehicle
MILESTONE DECISION types. The Army will use and field I-MILES worldwide.
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
I-MILES allows soldiers to train as they fight using their tactical
Army Acquisition Executive
equipment and adding I-MILES equipment. Soldiers can function fully
Program Executive Officer and operate as they would in a cooperative environment with other local
units or multinational partners.

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I-MILES
None

CONTRACTORS
Cubic Global Defense (San Diego, CA)
Saab Training USA, LLC (Orlando, FL)

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ACAT III

Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION software to weapon systems, and is capable of supporting condition-

FUNCTION The Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE) consists of at- and off- based maintenance data collection and reporting.
Mission Command platform automatic test systems. They provide electronic fault isolation
as well as diagnostic and repair capabilities at all levels of maintenance BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Movement and Maneuver more cost-effectively than system-specific testers. The IFTE, designed to MSD-V3 provides an environmentally hardened tester capable of
Intelligence support multiple weapon systems, includes: supporting multiple Army weapon systems and reduces the logistics
footprint. NGATS provides the warfighter with automated test equipment
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Base Shop Test Facility – Version 3 (BSTF-V3): that is significantly more reliable, offers increased mobility and provides
Sustainment The BSTF(V)3 is an off-platform automatic test system that tests substantially more capability than the obsolete legacy systems it replaces.
Maneuver Support electronic Line Replaceable Units and Shop Replaceable Units of ground
and Protection and aviation systems. SPECIFICATIONS
• M
 SD-V3:
Engagement Electro-Optics Test Facility (EOTF): ›› Dimensions: 11 inches wide, 10 inches deep and 4 inches high
The EOTF tests the full range of Army electro-optical systems: laser ›› Weight: 13 pounds (core and dock plus two batteries)
transmitters, receivers, spot trackers, forward-looking infrared systems • NGATS:
ACQUISITION and television systems. It is fully mobile with Versa Module Europa ›› Housed in a 20-foot International Organization for
LIFECYCLE PHASE eXtensions for Instrumentation, touch-screen operator interface and an Standardization (ISO) shelter that uses a Heavy Expanded
Materiel Solution Analysis optical disk system for test program software and electronic manuals. Mobility Tactical Truck as the prime mover as well as a 20-foot
ISO shelter for storage of the accompanying Test Program Sets
Technology Maturation &
Next Generation Automatic Test System (NGATS):
Risk Reduction
The NGATS is the follow-on reconfigurable, rapidly deployable, PROGRAM STATUS
Engineering & Manufacturing expeditionary interoperable tester and screener that supports Joint • 4QFY14: NGATS Console contract awarded
Development operations by reducing the logistics footprint. It replaces and consolidates • 4QFY15: NGATS First Unit Acceptance Test conducted
Production & Deployment obsolete, unsupportable test equipment in the Army’s inventory. • Current: MSD-V3 fielding; BSTF-V3/EOTF operations
and support
Operations & Support
Maintenance Support Device – Version 3 (MSD-V3):
The MSD-V3, a lightweight, rugged, compact, man-portable, general PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
purpose tester, supports more than 50 weapon systems and is used by • 2QFY16: NGATS Shelter contract award
MILESTONE DECISION more than 40 military occupational specialties. It verifies the operational • 1QFY17:
AUTHORITY status of aviation, automotive, watercraft, electronic and missile weapon ›› NGATS Transportability Testing and Operational Assessment
Defense Acquisition Executive systems, and isolates faulty components for immediate repair or ›› MSD-V4 Rugged contract award (follow-on to MSD-V3)
replacement. MSD-V3 hosts Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals, • 2QFY17: NGATS Type Classification-Standard; MSD-V4 Light
Army Acquisition Executive
Aircraft Notebook software, and the Global Combat Support System – contract award (follow-on to MSD-V3)
Program Executive Officer Army software enabling information entry into the logistics enterprise. It • 4QFY17: NGATS First Unit Equipped
is used as a software uploader and verifier to provide or restore mission

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IFTE
MSD: Afghanistan, Australia, Bahrain, Chile,
Djibouti, Egypt, Ethiopia, Germany, Israel, Iraq,
Jordan, Korea, Kuwait, Lithuania, Macedonia,
Morocco, Netherlands, Oman, Poland, Portugal,
Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab
Emirates, Uzbekistan and Yemen

CONTRACTORS
MSD-V3: Vision Technology Miltope Corp. (Hope Hull, AL)
BSTF-V3 and EOTF: Northrop Grumman (Rolling Meadows, IL)
NGATS: The Boeing Company (St. Louis, MO)

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Intelligence Electronic Warfare Tactical Proficiency

Trainer (IEWTPT)
PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Intelligence Electronic Warfare Tactical Proficiency Trainer (IEWTPT) The IEWTPT technology is comprised of:
Mission Command provides Military Intelligence (MI)-specific Warfighting-Function • Technical Control Cell (TCC), a server stack that includes exercise
training at home stations to support the sustainment of critical individual scenario development tools, management tools and an After Action
Movement and Maneuver and collective tasks, skills and Army Force Generation. IEWTPT fills Review capability
Intelligence critical intelligence warfighter training gaps at home stations for Human • HUMINT Control Cell, which consists of a 40-inch visual display,
Intelligence (HUMINT), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Geospatial 3 laptop computers, a headset and 2 speakers
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Intelligence (GEOINT) and All Source intelligence. It directly supports
Sustainment individual, crew and collective sustainment training in support of mission PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support command and unified land operations. IEWTPT acts as the key enabler • 3QFY15: System certification inspections by Department of the
and Protection for military intelligence analyst and operator training in a live, virtual Army Military Intelligence - G2, Fort Bragg, NC, Korea, Schofield
and constructive simulation environment. It supports the Intelligence Barracks, HI
Engagement Center of Excellence MI holistic training strategy for both stand-alone • 3QFY15-4QFY15: Competitive contract planning and execution
and network-enabled training. • 4QFY15: SIGINT Exercise 2nd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division

ACQUISITION The Technical Control Cell is the cornerstone training device of the PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE IEWTPT. It powers SIGINT, GEOINT and All Source capabilities that • 2QFY16:
Materiel Solution Analysis enable individual and collective training, as well as the network interface ›› TCC fielding to Fort Stewart, GA
to the exercise training environment. ›› Release Request for Proposal for IEWTPT recompete
Technology Maturation &
• 3QFY16: TCC fielding; TBD to Fort Gordon or Fort Gillem, GA
Risk Reduction
The HUMINT Control Cell provides sustainment training for
Engineering & Manufacturing HUMINT and counterintelligence collectors in an immersive and
Development virtual training environment.
Production & Deployment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Operations & Support
Intelligence is an essential enabler of ground combat readiness. The
IEWTPT is the Army’s only system that supports the sustainment of
mission-essential and highly perishable skills of intelligence collectors
MILESTONE DECISION and analysts. In addition to training individual measure-of-suitability
AUTHORITY skills, the IEWTPT facilitates collective training across the various
Defense Acquisition Executive intelligence disciplines.
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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IEWTPT
None

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics Mission Systems
(Huntsville, AL)

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Joint Assault Bridge (JAB)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Assault Bridge (JAB) provides the Army Mobility • FY13: Prototype fabrication
Mission Command Augmentation Companies supporting Armored Brigade Combat Teams • 3QFY13: Critical Design Review
with a survivable, deployable and sustainable heavy-assault-bridging • FY14: Prototype preproduction qualification testing
Movement and Maneuver capability. The JAB will provide a gap-crossing capability to cross wet • 1QFY15: Soldier feedback demonstration
Intelligence or dry gaps to provide freedom of maneuver on the battlefield and keep • 3QFY15: Request for Proposal release
pace with Abrams Heavy Brigade Combat Team operations. The JAB
Fires PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
is a M1A1 Abrams tank hull with heavy (M1A2) suspension integrated
Sustainment with a hydraulic bridge launcher system to launch the existing Armored • 2QFY16:
Maneuver Support Vehicle Launched Bridge (AVLB) Military Load Class 85 Scissor Bridge. ›› Milestone C
and Protection The JAB improves force readiness, survivability, mobility and agility ›› Low-Rate Initial Production contract award
equal to the legacy force. • 2QFY17: Initial Developmental/Operational Testing
Engagement
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The JAB provides survivability equal to the M1A1 chassis. It is the
ACQUISITION sustainable system designated to replace the AVLB system (chassis and
LIFECYCLE PHASE launcher), which is mounted on an obsolete and unsupportable chassis.
Materiel Solution Analysis The M1A1 Abrams chassis base makes this system more affordable than
the Wolverine (M1A2 System Enhancement Program-based). The JAB
Technology Maturation &
will replace the AVLB system (chassis and launcher) on a 1-for-1 basis up
Risk Reduction
to 337 JAB systems.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development SPECIFICATIONS
Production & Deployment • M ilitary load capacity: 85 tons
• Span: 19.19 meters
Operations & Support
• Performance: Comparable to the M-1 Abrams and Assault
Breacher Vehicle

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JAB
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Joint Battle Command – Platform (JBC-P)

PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Generates Electronic Casualty Report

FUNCTION The Joint Battle Command – Platform (JBC-P) is the Army’s next- • Facilitates improved route planning
Mission Command generation friendly-force tracking system, equipping Soldiers with a faster • Utilizes universal hardware through the MFoCS
satellite network, secure data encryption and advanced logistics. JBC-P • Integrates with Nett Warrior hand-held devices hybrid network
Movement and Maneuver includes an intuitive interface with features like touch-to-zoom maps and
Intelligence drag-and-drop icons. JBC-P interoperates with the Nett Warrior hand- PROGRAM STATUS
held device, managed by PEO Soldier, delivering situational awareness • Continue: JBC-P development and testing for Capability
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capabilities to dismounted Soldiers. JBC-P incorporates the common Sets 14 and 15
Sustainment hardware solution known as the Mounted Family of Computer Systems • 3QFY13: Network Integration Evaluation 13.2: Operational Test
Maneuver Support (MFoCS), standardized tactical computers that are scalable and tailorable • 4QFY13: Full-Rate Production Decision approved
and Protection to the mission and vehicle. Encompassing options from a detachable • 1QFY14: Initial Operating Concept
tablet to a fully loaded, vehicle-mounted workstation, MFoCS runs not • 3QFY15: First Unit Equipped
Engagement only JBC-P but other software applications, reducing size, weight and • 1QFY16: Conditional Materiel Release for continued fielding
power demands. JBC-P builds on the situational awareness capability
known as Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below/Blue Force PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION Tracking, which is integrated on more than 120,000 platforms and is • F Y16-17: Continued JBC-P fielding
LIFECYCLE PHASE authorized and fielded to every Brigade Combat Team in the Army. • F Y17: Mounted Application Computing Environment – Tactical
Materiel Solution Analysis Apps Operational Assessment
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 1QFY17: JBC-P Follow-on Test
Technology Maturation &
JBC-P upgrades include a Soldier-friendly intuitive Google-Earth-like
Risk Reduction
interface and real-time chat rooms so that Soldiers can now quickly zoom
Engineering & Manufacturing in to view precise locations and use icons on a universal map to pinpoint
Development adversaries and other threats such as improvised explosive devices. Other
Production & Deployment benefits include instant message chat for functions such as call for medics.
Lastly, JBC-P brings faster satellite networking, secure data encryption
Operations & Support
and Marine Corps interoperability.

SPECIFICATIONS
MILESTONE DECISION • E nables Soldiers to receive orders, graphical overlays, and
AUTHORITY situational awareness of friendly, hostile , neutral, unknown
Defense Acquisition Executive and noncombatant entities
• A llows communications between Soldiers including Free Draw,
Army Acquisition Executive
Free Text, chat and combat messages
Program Executive Officer • Provides capability to pinpoint locations through sensor integration
• Offers improved user interface

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JBC-P
None

CONTRACTORS
Software Development (Government
Performing): Software Engineering Directorate
(SED), AMRDEC (Huntsville, AL)
MFoCS Hardware: DRS (Melbourne, FL)
Satellite Network Upgrade: VIASAT (Carlsbad, CA)

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Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS) will be a • 1QFY15: Milestone B Decision
Mission Command lightweight, man-portable, battery-operated system that detects the • 3QFY15: Preliminary Design Review
presence of, collects a sample of, and presumptively identifies biological
Movement and Maneuver warfare agents (BWA) to provide near real-time detection of biological PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence attacks and hazards in the area of operation. It will have a local alarm and • 2
 QFY16: Critical Design Review
be networked to provide cooperative capability with reduced probability • 2QFY16-4QFY17: Developmental Testing
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of false alarms. JBTDS will be employed organically at the battalion • 2
 QFY16-4QFY17: Conduct Engineering and Manufacturing
Sustainment and lower levels by non-chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear Development effort
Maneuver Support personnel in tactical environments across multiple operational locations • 4QFY17: Operational Assessment
and Protection (e.g., forward operating bases, operationally engaged units, amphibious • 1QFY18: Milestone C Decision
landing sites, air base operations, etc.).
Engagement
JBTDS will ultimately support force protection and maximize combat
effectiveness by enhancing medical response decision making. When
ACQUISITION networked, JBTDS will augment existing biological detection systems to
LIFECYCLE PHASE provide a theaterwide, seamless array capability of detection and warning.
Materiel Solution Analysis
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Technology Maturation &
JBTDS provides fully automated detection, collection and identification
Risk Reduction
of BWA at very low concentrations.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development SPECIFICATIONS
Production & Deployment • TBD
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JBTDS
None

CONTRACTORS
Chemring Detection Systems (Charlotte, NC)

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Joint Chemical Agent Detector (JCAD) M4A1

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Chemical Agent Detector (JCAD) is a pocket-size, rugged • F Y13-15: Production and Deployment
Mission Command hand-held detector that automatically detects, identifies and alarms to
chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemical vapors. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver • F Y16-17: Production and Deployment
Intelligence The services can use the system on mobile platforms, at fixed sites and on
individuals designated to operate in a chemical threat area. Additionally,
Fires
the system can operate in a general chemical warfare environment as well
Sustainment as undergo conventional decontamination procedures by the warfighter.
Maneuver Support
and Protection The JCAD M4A1, which commenced production in FY11, will reduce
operation and sustainment costs, has an improved user interface and is
Engagement net ready.

The JCAD replaces the Automatic Chemical Agent Detector and Alarm,
ACQUISITION or M22, M90 and M8A1 systems. It may also replace the Chemical
LIFECYCLE PHASE Agent Monitor and Improved Chemical Agent Monitor.
Materiel Solution Analysis
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Technology Maturation &
JCAD M4A1 protects U.S. forces by detecting, identifying, alerting and
Risk Reduction
reporting the presence of chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial
Engineering & Manufacturing chemical vapor.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
• I nstant feedback of hazard (mask only or full Mission-Oriented
Operations & Support
Protective Posture)
• Real-time detection of nerve, blister and blood agents
• Stores up to 72 hours of detection data
MILESTONE DECISION • The M4A1 will be net-ready through implementation of
AUTHORITY the common chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear
Defense Acquisition Executive standard interface
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JCAD M4A1
None

CONTRACTORS
Smiths Detection, Inc. (Edgewood, MD)

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Joint Effects Model (JEM)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • I nterfaces and communicates with the Joint Warning and Reporting
FUNCTION Joint Effects Model (JEM) is a Web-based software application that Network, associated weather systems, intelligence systems and
Mission Command supplies the DoD with the one and only accredited tool to effectively various databases
model and simulate the effects of chemical, biological, radiological • Supports multiple deployment strategies that operate on both
Movement and Maneuver and nuclear (CBRN) weapon strikes and incidents. JEM can provide UNIX and Windows systems, and is integrated into C2 systems
Intelligence warfighters with the ability to accurately model and predict the time- across DoD
phased impact of CBRN and Toxic Industrial Chemical/Material (TIC/ • Available as stand-alone, networked, distributed or Web access.
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TIM) events and effects. JEM supports planning to mitigate the effects • Operationally supported, 24/7 reachback (call center and Web).
Sustainment of weapons of mass destruction and to provide rapid estimates of hazards • Provides warfighters the best and most mature technology available
Maneuver Support and effects integrated into the Common Operational Picture (COP). to address a wide spectrum of threats
and Protection
JEM Increment 2 is being developed to replace JEM Increment 1 and PROGRAM STATUS
Engagement will use the agile development process to incrementally add capabilities. • F Y13-FY15: JEM Increment 1 continued in Sustainment
• 4QFY14:
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› JEM Increment 2 Milestone B
ACQUISITION JEM provides warfighters with the only DoD-accredited modeling ›› JEM Increment 2 Build Decision 1
LIFECYCLE PHASE capability to predict high-fidelity downwind hazard areas and effects • 2QFY15: Requirements Definition Package 2 and Build Decision 2
Materiel Solution Analysis associated with the release of CBRN and Toxic Industrial Hazards (TIH) • 4QFY15: Operational Assessment-1/Initial Operational Test &
into the environment; incorporate the impacts of weather, terrain and Evaluation 1 (National Guard Bureau)
Technology Maturation &
material interactions into the downwind prediction; provide enhanced
Risk Reduction
situational awareness of the battlespace; and deliver near real-time hazard PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engineering & Manufacturing information to influence and minimize CBRN and TIH effects on • F Y16-FY17: JEM Increment 1 continued in Sustainment
Development current operations, and to save lives. • 1QFY16: Fielding Decision 1
Production & Deployment • 4QFY16: Build Decision 2
SPECIFICATIONS • 1QFY17: Build Decision 4
Operations & Support
• M odels CBRN hazards and resulting human physiological effects
for chemical and biological weapon and facility strikes, nuclear
weapon incidents and detonations, radiological weapon detonations,
MILESTONE DECISION chemical weapon storage incidents, high-altitude releases and TIC/
AUTHORITY TIM releases
Defense Acquisition Executive • Provides the ability to display to the COP and operates in an
integrated fashion with operational and tactical command and
Army Acquisition Executive
control (C2) systems
Program Executive Officer

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JEM
Canada and Spain

CONTRACTORS
Increment 1: Northrop Grumman Mission
Systems (San Diego, CA)
Increment 2: General Dynamics Information
Technology (Middletown, RI; Buffalo, NY; and
San Diego, CA)

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Joint Effects Targeting System (JETS)

Target Location Designation System (TLDS)
PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Effects Targeting System (JETS) Target Location Designation • 2QFY13:
Mission Command System (TLDS) is an Army-led, Joint-interest program with the Air ›› Milestone B, entering Engineering and Manufacturing
Force and Marine Corps to develop and field a one-man-portable, hand- Development (EMD)
Movement and Maneuver held capability to rapidly acquire, precisely locate, and engage targets ›› EMD contracts awarded to BAE Systems and
Intelligence with precision-guided munitions, and improves the effectiveness of DRS Technologies
engagement with unguided munitions. • 1QFY16: Contractor testing of JETS prototypes
Fires
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support The JETS will answer the need for a lightweight, highly accurate targeting • 2QFY16: Developmental testing of JETS prototypes
and Protection system that allows target engagements with precision munitions (e.g., • 3QFY16:
Joint Direct Attack Munition, Excalibur and laser-guided weapons) and ›› Milestone C, entering Production
Engagement provide the warfighter with crucial digital connectivity to request and ›› Production Contract Award
control indirect fires and close air support from all Joint assets. The JETS • 4QFY17: Initial Operational Test and Evaluation
allows small units supported by Army forward observers or Joint Tactical
ACQUISITION Area Communications Systems to have access to precision targeting in all
LIFECYCLE PHASE operational environments.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• S ystem weight: Less than or equal to 5.5 pounds (threshold) and 3.0
Risk Reduction
pounds (objective)
Engineering & Manufacturing • Target Location Error: Less than or equal to 10 meters at 2.5 km
Development (threshold) and 5 meters at 5 km (objective)
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JETS TLDS
None

CONTRACTORS
BAE Systems (Nashua, NH)
DRS Technologies (Dallas, TX)

BAE

DRS

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Joint Land Component Constructive Training

Capability (JLCCTC)
PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability • Software-intensive
Mission Command (JLCCTC) is designed to provide Army commanders and their battle • Requires up to three server stacks
staffs the capability to train in an operationally relevant, constructive- • Can accommodate hundreds of individual computers for role players
Movement and Maneuver simulation environment that mimics Army Decisive Action operations • Individual computers must meet certain processing standards
Intelligence used for the Simulation/Stimulation (SIM/STIM) of collective digital • Interoperable with mission command systems
mission command training.
Fires PROGRAM STATUS
Sustainment The JLCCTC supports Army Title X training worldwide for Army • F Y15: Supported dozens of Army Warfighter Exercises (WFX)
Maneuver Support commanders and their staffs at U.S. Army Mission Command Training worldwide at the brigade, division and higher echelons
and Protection Centers, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command facilities, and
other customer locations. JLCCTC trains commanders and their staffs PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engagement in offensive, defensive, stability and civil support operations. JLCCTC • 1QFY16-4QFY16: Support dozens of WFX worldwide
is composed of two separate federations: JLCCTC Multi-Resolution • 3QFY16: Validate ERF v5.6 capabilities
Federation (MRF) and JLCCTC Entity Resolution Federation • 3QFY16-4QFY16: Validate MRF v7.1 and v8.0 capabilities
ACQUISITION (ERF). MRF is a set of constructive simulation software modules that
LIFECYCLE PHASE support training of commanders and their staffs in maneuver, logistics,
Materiel Solution Analysis intelligence, air defense and artillery. System capabilities include:
• Stimulation of Mission Command systems
Technology Maturation &
• Intelligence (human, imagery, electronics, communications, and
Risk Reduction
measurement and signature intelligence)
Engineering & Manufacturing • Irregular warfare
Development • Unmanned aerial vehicle visualization
Production & Deployment • Logistics training
• Nonkinetic effects modeling
Operations & Support
• After Action Review system
• Interface with the Air Force simulation and the Air and Space Cyber
Constructive Environment
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Defense Acquisition Executive JLCCTC enables commanders and their staffs to hone their warfighting
skills and refine standard operating procedures for the effective operation
Army Acquisition Executive
of a tactical operations center. The wide spectrum of functional
Program Executive Officer capabilities within JLCCTC accurately replicates real-world situations.
JLCCTC will immerse commanders and staffs in the simulated fight.

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JLCCTC
Japan

CONTRACTORS
Lockheed Martin Mission Systems and Training
(Orlando, FL)

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Joint Personal Dosimeter (JPD)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Personal Dosimeter (JPD) is intended to replace DoD’s legacy • Current: Pre-Milestone (MS) C (3QFY16 strategy is from Materiel
Mission Command dosimeters (the Navy’s IM-270 and the Army’s PDR-75 reader) with the Development Decision to MS C based on a COTS system)
DT-236 watch.
Movement and Maneuver PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • M
 id-FY16: MS C
The JPD will provide a sensor to record and retrieve the warfighter’s • 1QFY17: Production Qualification Testing
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radiation exposure from occupational to tactical levels. Acquisition • 4QFY17: Full-Rate Production Decision
Sustainment strategy leverages the Navy’s battlefield dosimeter to address
Maneuver Support interoperability lessons learned from Operation Tomadachi.
and Protection
SPECIFICATIONS
Engagement • W eight: 2 ounces with batteries
• Power: Lithium coin cell, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) model
CR2450N and CR1216MFR
ACQUISITION • Accurate and reliable Direct Ion Storage technology
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Hybrid device (active and passive)
Materiel Solution Analysis • Self-reading for effective decision making
• Hands-free operation
Technology Maturation &
• Programmable display
Risk Reduction
• Configurable operating parameters including dose alarm threshold
Engineering & Manufacturing • Wrist-worn or clipped to lanyard or garment
Development • Field-replaceable batteries
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JPD
None

CONTRACTORS
Radiation Safety & Control Services
(Stratham, NH)

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Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • S pecially designed suspension sling is used to attach the AGU to the
FUNCTION The Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS) provides rapid, precise, high- Container Delivery Systems payload
Mission Command altitude delivery capabilities that do not rely on ground transportation. • Onboard Guidance, Navigation and Control software in the AGU
The system ensures accurate and timely delivery in support of operational autonomously steers the parafoil to the designated impact point
Movement and Maneuver missions, while providing aircraft with increased survivability. JPADS 10K includes:
Intelligence • 3,500-square-foot ram air parafoil with a glide ratio of at least
JPADS integrates a parachute decelerator, an autonomous guidance unit 3 to 1 coupled with a military GPS-based AGU
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and a load container or pallet to create a system that can accurately deliver • L oad is configured on a combat-expendable, 463L or Type V airdrop
Sustainment critical supplies with great precision along a predetermined glide and platform for gravity airdrop
Maneuver Support flight path. The system consists of two weight classes: 2,000 pounds (2K)
and Protection and 10,000 pounds (10K). The guidance system uses military Global PROGRAM STATUS
Positioning System (GPS) data for precise navigation and interfaces with • FY15:
Engagement a wirelessly updatable mission planning module onboard the aircraft to ›› JPADS 2K transferred funding to Integrated Logistics Support
receive real-time weather data and compute multiple aerial release points. Center (ILSC) sustainment contract
›› JPADS 10K fielding and delivery
ACQUISITION JPADS is designed for aircraft to drop cargo from altitudes of up to
LIFECYCLE PHASE 24,500 feet mean sea level. It releases cargo from a minimum off-set of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Materiel Solution Analysis 8 km from the intended point of impact, with an objective capability of • FY16:
25 km off-set. This off-set allows aircraft to stay out of range of many ›› JPADS 2K ILSC sustainment and modernization via depot
Technology Maturation &
anti-aircraft systems. It also enables aircraft to drop systems from a single ›› JPADS 10K total package fielding and delivery continues
Risk Reduction
aerial release point and deliver them to multiple or single locations,
Engineering & Manufacturing thus reducing aircraft exposure time. Once on the ground, the precise
Development placement of the loads greatly reduces the time needed to recover the load
Production & Deployment as well as minimize exposure to ground forces.
Operations & Support BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
JPADS increases aircraft and payload survivability and enables delivery
of multiple loads to single or multiple drop zones in a single aircraft pass
MILESTONE DECISION with accuracy better than 150 meters with 80 percent confidence.
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive SPECIFICATIONS
J PADS 2K includes:
Army Acquisition Executive
• 1,025-square-foot ram air parafoil with a glide ratio of 3 to 1 coupled
Program Executive Officer with a military GPS-based Autonomous Guidance Unit (AGU)

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JPADS
None

CONTRACTORS
Airborne Systems North America
(Pennsauken, NJ)
Draper Laboratory, Inc. (Cambridge, MA)

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Joint Service Aircrew Mask – Rotary Wing

(JSAM RW) (MPU-5)
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Service Aircrew Mask – Rotary Wing (JSAM RW) is one of • 2QFY15: Achieved Milestone C and Low-Rate Initial
Mission Command five variants in the JSAM Family of Systems that provides individual Production (LRIP)
respiratory, eye and head protection against Chemical and Biological • 3QFY15:
Movement and Maneuver (CB) warfare agents and radiological particulates for aircrews of all ›› Army Operational Test (OT) Complete
Intelligence rotary wing aircraft except Apache. JSAM RW decreases thermal burden ›› A ir Force OT Complete
as compared to legacy systems. It also provides CB protection during • 4QFY15: LRIP Contract Award
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the full spectrum of rotary wing operations including flight, immediate
Sustainment maintenance operations, extended flight-related ground duties, and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support ground escape, as well as evasion operations. • 2
 QFY16: In-Progress Review with Milestone Decision Authority
and Protection • 4QFY16: Initiate Navy and Marine Corps OT
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2QFY17: Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Contract Award
Engagement JSAM RW provides the warfighter with an above-the-neck CB protective • 4QFY17: Full-Rate Production
respirator for general purpose rotary-wing aircrews. The mask is
capable of being donned and doffed while in flight, provides greater
ACQUISITION comfort, less physiological burden and greater flexibility of use with
LIFECYCLE PHASE man-mounted systems.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• P rotection against CB warfare agents and radiological particulate
Risk Reduction
• Compatible with appropriate life-support equipment across various
Engineering & Manufacturing aircraft platforms
Development • No aircraft modifications required
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JSAM RW MPU-5
None

CONTRACTORS
Avox Systems (Lancaster, NY)

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Joint Service Equipment Wipe (JSEW)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Joint Service Equipment Wipe (JSEW) provides immediate operational • 1QFY16: Developmental Testing Complete
Mission Command decontamination capabilities for sensitive and nonsensitive equipment
exposed to traditional and nontraditional chemical contamination. JSEW PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver will be the first decontamination capability available to warfighters that • 2
 QFY16: Milestone C approval
Intelligence is nondestructive to sensitive equipment. It will be applied directly to the • 3QFY16: Award Option 1
contaminated surface and is capable of removing gross contamination • 4QFY16: Multiservice Operational Test & Evaluation
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and reducing contact hazard within five minutes of application.
Sustainment
Maneuver Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
and Protection JSEW is sized for individuals to carry in the pocket of their overgarments.
It is durable and allows for extended carry by individual users.
Engagement
SPECIFICATIONS
• D econtaminate Nerve-G, Nerve-V, Blister-H and nontraditional
ACQUISITION agents of operational significance from a starting liquid challenge
LIFECYCLE PHASE of 10 grams per square meter (5 grams per square meter for
Materiel Solution Analysis nontraditional agents) to 1 gram per square meter (threshold)
• Nondestructive to both sensitive and nonsensitive equipment
Technology Maturation &
• A llows for decontamination of 1 gram per square meter of sensitive
Risk Reduction
and nonsensitive equipment with a single kit (kit contains five
Engineering & Manufacturing individually packaged wipes)
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JSEW
None

CONTRACTORS
STERIS (Mentor, OH)

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Joint Service General Purpose Mask (JSGPM)

M-50/M-51
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Service General Purpose Mask (JSGPM) M50 and M51 is • 1QFY13-4QFY15: Ongoing production
Mission Command a lightweight, protective mask system consisting of mask, carrier and • 2QFY14: Began fielding to Army warfighters
accessories that incorporates state-of-the-art technology to protect • 1QFY16: Completed fieldings to Army units in Europe and Hawaii
Movement and Maneuver U.S. forces from anticipated threats. It is an above-the-neck, chemical-
Intelligence biological (CB) respirator that protects against battlefield concentrations PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
of CB agents, toxins, toxic industrial materials and radioactive particulate • 2QFY16:
Fires
matter. The mask components are designed to minimize impact on the ›› Complete fielding to Army units in Middle East
Sustainment wearer’s performance. ›› Begin fielding to Army units in Washington state
Maneuver Support
and Protection This mask replaces the M40 and M42, MCU2/P series masks and the
M45 in the Land Warrior Program. There are two mask variants: M50
Engagement (ground use) and M51 (ground vehicle use).

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

ACQUISITION JSGPM provides the warfighter with face, eye and respiratory protection
LIFECYCLE PHASE from battlefield concentrations of CB agents, toxins, toxic industrial
Materiel Solution Analysis materials and radiological particulate matter.
Technology Maturation & SPECIFICATIONS
Risk Reduction
• O verall field-of-view is greater than or equal to 80 percent
Engineering & Manufacturing • Improved compatibility with current and emerging CB garments
Development • Improvements over the MCU2/P, M40/M42 and M45:
Production & Deployment ›› Reduced weight, bulk and lower breathing resistance
›› Increased drinking capability
Operations & Support
›› Improved mask carrier system
›› Filter service life indicator capability
›› Flame resistant hood for combat vehicle version
MILESTONE DECISION ›› Improved reliability; and improved comfort
AUTHORITY • Filter change-out in a contaminated environment (self-sealing valve)
Defense Acquisition Executive • More than 24 hours of above-the-neck protection from CB agents
and radioactive particles
Army Acquisition Executive
• More than 50 percent improvement in breathing resistance
Program Executive Officer compared to legacy masks

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JSGPM M-50/M-51
M50: Iraq
M51: Australia

CONTRACTORS
Avon Protection Systems (Cadillac, MI)

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Joint Service Transportable Decontaminating

System Small Scale (JSTDS-SS) M26
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Service Transportable Decontaminating System Small Scale • 4QFY13: Fielding completed
Mission Command (JSTDS-SS) M26 provides the military and first responders with a
lightweight, transportable decontamination system. It uses water from PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver any source—fresh, still or salt—and offers variable-pressure and high- • None
Intelligence pressure operating modes. The JSTDS-SS can be used to decontaminate
people or equipment; for cleaning, personnel showers and laundries; and
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for field hospital use. Weighing only 560 pounds, the JSTDS-SS can fit
Sustainment in a standard truck bed and requires minimal operator training. Two
Maneuver Support people can set it up in less than 15 minutes.
and Protection
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engagement The JSTDS-SS M26 supports the warfighter by sustaining a system to
decontaminate current and emerging threats.

ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE • S ystem will be transportable by a nondedicated platform (i.e., High
Materiel Solution Analysis Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle and Trailer, Family of
Medium Tactical Vehicles and Trailer) off-road over any terrain
Technology Maturation &
• Decontaminate Chemical Warfare Agents (i.e., Nerve-G, Nerve-V
Risk Reduction
and Blister-H) on tactical vehicles and crew-served weapons below
Engineering & Manufacturing detection levels of M8 detector papers within five minutes of
Development contact time after exposure to a 10-grams-per-square-meter
Production & Deployment challenge-level attack
• Will have a reliability of greater than or equal to 89 percent
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JSTDS-SS M26
None

CONTRACTORS
DRS Technologies (Florence, KY)

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Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS)

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Joint Tactical Ground Stations (JTAGS) are forward-deployed, echelon- • 1QFY13-4QFY15: Contractor logistics support continues in
Mission Command above-corps, transportable systems designed to receive, process and support of JTAGS legacy (Block 1) system
disseminate direct down-linked infrared data from space-based sensors. • 3QFY13: Conducted Preliminary Design Review/Critical Design
Movement and Maneuver They provide commanders with real-time warning, alerting and cueing Review for new contract, JTAGS Pre-Planned Product Improvement
Intelligence information on ballistic missile launches. (Block 2), which includes development of SBIRS geosynchronous
satellite integration, desheltering, improved cyber posture, improved
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Ongoing product improvement efforts will integrate JTAGS with the human factors and user interface, new mission processing and
Sustainment next-generation Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) satellites. Five operating system and new log support system
Maneuver Support JTAGS are deployed worldwide as part of the U.S. Strategic Command’s • 3QFY15: Conducted initial JTAGS P3I Developmental Test and
and Protection Tactical Event System. Army Space and Missile Defense Command Train-the-Trainers
Soldiers operate JTAGS to provide 24/7 support to theater operations.
Engagement PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 4QFY16: Conduct JTAGS P3I Operator Limited User Test
JTAGS processes satellite data and disseminates ballistic missile warning • 2QFY17-3QFY17: Field JTAGS P3I (Block 2) Trainer and
ACQUISITION or special event messages to warfighters in support of regional combatant OCONUS-1
LIFECYCLE PHASE commanders over multiple theater communication systems.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• S BIRS sensors significantly improve theater missile
Risk Reduction
warning parameters
Engineering & Manufacturing • Expected improvements:
Development ›› Higher quality cueing of active defense systems
Production & Deployment ›› Decreased missile launch search area
›› Faster initial report times
Operations & Support
›› Improved impact ellipse prediction

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JTAGS
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems
(Colorado Springs, CO)
Sigmatech, Inc. (Huntsville, AL)

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Joint Warning and Reporting Network (JWARN)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Joint Warning and Reporting Network (JWARN) provides Joint • 4QFY14: Full Operational Test of Army JWARN Increment 1
Mission Command Forces with a capability to report, analyze and disseminate detection, software modernization to a Web-based services application
identification, location and warning information to accelerate the • 3QFY15: Approval of JWARN Increment 2
Movement and Maneuver warfighter’s response to a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear • 4QFY15: JWARN Increment 2 Web Application hosted on the
Intelligence (CBRN) attack. CBRN Information Systems MilCloud for demonstration purposes;
facilitates warfighter feedback for future JWARN capabilities
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JWARN is a computer-based application integrating CBRN data and
Sustainment facilitates sensor information into Joint and service command and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support control systems for battlespace situational awareness. JWARN replaces • 3
 QFY16: JWARN Increment 2 Operational Test
and Protection the manual processes of incident reporting, hazard plot generation and • 4QFY16: JWARN Increment 2 Fielding Decision
warning affected forces.
Engagement
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
JWARN reduces the time from incident observation to warning to less
ACQUISITION than two minutes, enhances situational awareness throughout the area of
LIFECYCLE PHASE operations and supports warfighter battle management tasks.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• I ncorporates sensor alert information and CBRN observation reports
Risk Reduction
from the field
Engineering & Manufacturing • Makes a plot of the hazard area
Development • Provides overlays for display on the Common Operational Picture
Production & Deployment • Generates warning message to units
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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JWARN
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman Information Technology
(Orlando, FL)

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Light Capability Rough Terrain Forklift (LCRTF)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Light Capability Rough Terrain Forklift (LCRTF) is a C-130 and • FY13-FY15: Fielded 831 systems
Mission Command CH-47 sling load transportable, 5,000-pound capacity, variable-reach,
rough-terrain forklift with fork tine oscillation and side-shift cab controls. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver The LCRTF enters, loads and unloads Army International Organization • F Y16-2QFY17: Continue production and fielding to units; 336
Intelligence for Standardization (ISO) containers. The extendable boom fork systems projected to be fielded
carriage removes pallets from ISO containers on trucks. The LCRTF is • 3QFY16: Award follow-on LCRTF production contract
Fires
a significant improvement over the existing 4,000-pound capacity fleet • 4QFY16: Start Technical Manual/Log Development
Sustainment because of its enclosed air conditioned cab, moveable tines and improved • 4QFY16-3QFY17: Start/Complete First Article Testing
Maneuver Support helicopter lift.
and Protection
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engagement LCRTF provides a safe and efficient way to load and unload Army cargo
in unimproved and improved areas. The new LCRTF is more reliable,
available and maintainable than the system it replaces.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis • 5,000-pound lift capacity
• 36-inch fording
Technology Maturation &
• 20-mph traverse speed
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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LCRTF
None

CONTRACTORS
Kalmar RT Center LLC (Cibolo, TX)

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Lightweight 155 mm Howitzer System (LW155)

PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • D
 igital and optical fire control: Self-locating and pointing; digital
FUNCTION The Lightweight 155 mm Howitzer System (LW155) provides direct, and voice communications; self-contained power supply
Mission Command reinforcing and general artillery fire support to maneuver forces. The
M777A2 is a towed 155 mm Howitzer jointly developed by the Army PROGRAM STATUS
Movement and Maneuver and Marine Corps to replace the M198 Howitzer. The extensive use of • 3QFY13: Competitive Award for Long-Term
Intelligence titanium in all its major structures makes it 7,000 pounds lighter than Performance-Based Sustainment
the M198 with no sacrifice in range, stability, accuracy or durability. • 2QFY14:
Fires
The M777A2’s independent suspension, smaller footprint and lower ›› Final U.S. production gun delivered
Sustainment profile increase strategic deployability and tactical mobility. The system ›› Completed fielding to Army Stryker Brigade Combat Teams
Maneuver Support uses numerous improvements to enhance reliability and accuracy, and ›› Commenced fielding to Army Infantry Brigade Combat Teams
and Protection significantly increase system survivability. The system has a Digital Fire ›› Initiated Tri-Lateral Sustainment discussions with Foreign
Control System (DFCS) that includes an inertial navigation unit with Military Sales (FMS) customers Australia and Canada
Engagement Global Positioning System backup to allow it to self-locate. The DFCS • 1QFY16: Continue Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) fielding
also includes a mission computer, displays and digital communications.
Software upgrades incorporating the Enhanced Portable Inductive PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION Artillery Fuse Setter and the Excalibur Platform Integration Kit hardware • 2QFY16: Performance-Based Lifecycle Support Contract Award
LIFECYCLE PHASE give the M777A2 the capability to program and fire the Excalibur • 3
 QFY16-4QFY18:
Materiel Solution Analysis precision-guided munition. ›› Continue IBCT fielding
›› DFCS refresh and modernization
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Fielding of training devices
Risk Reduction
The LW155 offers the warfighter improved survivability, lethality, ›› Support FMS customers Australia and Canada
Engineering & Manufacturing deployability and mobility to counter threat forces.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
•  eight: 10,000 pounds
W
Operations & Support
• Emplace: Less than three minutes
• Displace: Less than three minutes
• Maximum range: 30 km (rocket assisted round)
MILESTONE DECISION • Rate-of-fire: Up to four rounds per minute
AUTHORITY • Ground mobility: Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles, Medium
Defense Acquisition Executive Tactical Vehicle Replacement, 5-ton trucks
• Air mobility: CH-53D/E; CH-47D; MV-22; C-130; C-17; C-5
Army Acquisition Executive
• 155 mm compatibility: All fielded and developmental
Program Executive Officer NATO munitions

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LW155
Australia, Canada and potentially India

CONTRACTORS
BAE Systems (Hattiesburg, MS; Barrow-in-
Furness, United Kingdom)

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Lightweight Laser Designator Rangefinder (LLDR)

AN/PED-1 and AN/PED-1A
PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Lightweight Laser Designator Rangefinder (LLDR) is a crew-served, • 2QFY13: LLDR 2H Type Classification Standard
Mission Command long-range modular system designed for man-portable, day-and-night, • 1QFY14: LLDR 2H Full Materiel Release
all-weather use. Warfighters use the LLDR to acquire, precisely locate • 2QFY14: LLDR 2H Initial Operating Capability
Movement and Maneuver and engage targets with precision Global Position System (GPS)-guided • 1QFY16: Initiating Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) to
Intelligence and laser-guided munitions, and improve the effectiveness of engagement incorporate Precision Azimuth and Vertical Angle Module
with unguided munitions. The LLDR 2H (AN/PED-1A) integrates a (PAVAM) capability
Fires
celestial navigation system with a digital magnetic compass, providing
Sustainment highly accurate target coordinates to allow the Soldier to call for fire PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support with precision GPS-guided munitions. A Modification of In-Service • 3QFY16: Conduct PAVAM ECP Critical Design Review
and Protection Equipment program is ongoing that retrofits fielded LLDR 1 and 2 • 3QFY17: PAVAM ECP Developmental Testing begins
systems with the LLDR 2H precision targeting capability.
Engagement
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Planned improvements to the system will provide 24/7 all-weather
ACQUISITION precision targeting and increased target-acquisition range, and support
LIFECYCLE PHASE mounted operations to increase warfighter effectiveness.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• Target Designation:
Risk Reduction
›› Moving, day: Greater than or equal to 3 km (threshold) and
Engineering & Manufacturing 5 km (objective)
Development ›› Moving, night: Greater than or equal to 2 km (threshold) and
Production & Deployment 5 km (objective)
›› Stationary, day: Greater than or equal to 5 km (threshold) and
Operations & Support
7 km (objective)
›› Stationary, night: Greater than or equal to 2 km (threshold) and
5 km (objective)
MILESTONE DECISION • Target Location Error:
AUTHORITY ›› L ess than or equal to 10 meters at 2.5 km (threshold) and
Defense Acquisition Executive 10 meters at 10 km (objective)
• Total System Weight:
Army Acquisition Executive
›› L ess than or equal to 35.3 pounds (threshold) and
Program Executive Officer 30 pounds (objective)

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LLDR
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman Laser Systems (Apopka, FL)

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Line Haul Tractor

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION Line Haul Tractor (M915A3):

FUNCTION The M915A5 Truck Tractor is used to perform line haul missions. • Size: 6x4 tractor with a 2-inch kingpin
Mission Command The M915A5 is a block upgrade of the M915A3 system, incorporating • Gross vehicle weight rating: 105,000 pounds
enhanced suspension and power train components. This block • Engine: Detroit Diesel S60 (430 horsepower, 1,450 foot-pounds
Movement and Maneuver upgrade allows the M915A5 to readily accept armor packages without torque, DDEC IV engine controller)
Intelligence reducing mission capability. The M915A5 truck is equipped with a • Transmission: Allison HD5460P (6-speed automatic) with power
two-passenger cab and has an updated power distribution module, take-off
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upgraded wiring harnesses, and a roll stability control system. Auxiliary • Maximum towing speed: 65 mph with full payload on flat terrain
Sustainment power connections have been added to supply emerging systems and Light Equipment Transport (M916A3):
Maneuver Support added command, control, communications, computers and intelligence • Size: 6x6 tractor
and Protection communication systems. • Gross vehicle weight rating: 130,000 pounds
• Engine: Electronic diesel
Engagement The M915A3 Line Haul Tractor is the Army’s key line haul distribution • Transmission: Automatic electronic
platform. The M916A3 Light Equipment Transport is used primarily • Maximum towing speed: 60 mph with full payload on flat terrain
to transport the M870 40-ton low-bed semitrailer. The M917A2 Truck Truck Chassis Dump Truck Vehicle (M917A2):
ACQUISITION Chassis Dump Truck Vehicle is authorized for Corps units, primarily • Size: 8x6 for 20-ton dump truck
LIFECYCLE PHASE the Construction and Combat Support Companies and the Combat • Gross vehicle weight rating: 115,000 pounds
Materiel Solution Analysis Heavy Battalions. • Engine: Electronic diesel
• Transmission: Automatic electronic
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • Maximum speed: 55 mph with full payload on flat terrain
Risk Reduction
The M915A5 offers increased crew protection, improved range and fuel
Engineering & Manufacturing efficiency, and has better reliability due to onboard diagnostics. PROGRAM STATUS
Development • Current: Production completed of all M915A5 currently on
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS contract, 220 produced; fielding completed to all CONUS-
 ine Haul Tractor (M915A5):
L based units
Operations & Support
• Size: 6x4 (6-wheeled vehicle with 4-wheel drive) semi-tractor
• Gross vehicle weight rating (maximum haul weight): PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
120,000 pounds • F Y16-FY17:
MILESTONE DECISION • Engine: Detroit Diesel S60 (500 horsepower, 1,650 foot-pounds ›› Continued divestment of older M915 variants (A0, A1, A2, A4)
AUTHORITY torque, Detroit Diesel Electronic Control (DDEC) IV engine ›› Development of M915A3, M915A5, and M916A3 C-Kit armor
Defense Acquisition Executive controller)
• Transmission: Allison HD4500SP (6-speed automatic)
Army Acquisition Executive
• Maximum towing speed: 65 mph with full payload on flat terrain
Program Executive Officer

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Line Haul Tractor

Afghanistan

CONTRACTORS
Prime: Daimler Trucks North America LLC/
Freightliner (Portland, OR and Cleveland, NC)
Engine: Detroit Diesel (Detroit, MI)
ABS Brakes: Meritor (Troy, MI)
Dump body: Casteel Manufacturing
(San Antonio, TX)

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Line of Communications Bridge (LOCB)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Line of Communications Bridge (LOCB) restores and maintains • 2QFY13: Milestone B
Mission Command line of communication routes in theater, supporting both civilian and
military traffic. Intended for long-term emplacement, it consists of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver mission-configurable ramp and span segments. LOCB comes in two • 2
 QFY16: Milestone C
Intelligence military configurations: 50-meter fixed and 280-meter float. Launch • 4QFY18: Full-Rate Production Decision
time requires up to 8 hours with 29 Soldiers. • 2QFY19: First Unit Equipped
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Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Maneuver Support LOCB bridging is focused on sustainment of the force. LOCB supports
and Protection the focused logistics concept by its ability to facilitate sustainment
of widely dispersed forces over a large area of operation. As such, the
Engagement LOCB facilitates the uninterrupted flow of forces, equipment, personnel
and supplies for sustained ground operations for the warfighter, Allied,
Coalition and host nation forces, and displaced civilians.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis • Maximum load capacity: 120 wheeled or 100 tracked vehicles
• Roadway width: 4.5 meters
Technology Maturation &
• Assembled length: Spans gaps up to 300 meters
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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LOCB
None

CONTRACTORS
Rock Island Arsenal (Rock Island, IL)

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Load Handling System Compatible Water Tank

Rack (Hippo)
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Load Handling System Compatible Water Tank Rack (Hippo) • Current: Low-Rate Initial Production; continue RESET Program to
Mission Command enhances and expedites the delivery of bulk potable water into the reset system to required capability
division and brigade areas. It represents the latest in bulk water
Movement and Maneuver distribution technology and replaces the 3,000 and 5,000 semitrailer- PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence mounted fabric tanks. • 3QFY16: Full-Rate Production
Fires
The Hippo is fully functional, mounted or dismounted, and is air- and
Sustainment ground-transportable when full, partially full or empty. It is Heavy
Maneuver Support Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck Palletized Load System (PLS) and
and Protection PLS trailer compatible. The Hippo can be moved and set up rapidly
using minimal assets and personnel. No site preparation is required and
Engagement its modular configuration supports expeditionary Joint forces operations.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

ACQUISITION Hippo provides the Army with the capability to receive, store and
LIFECYCLE PHASE distribute potable water to warfighting units deployed throughout
Materiel Solution Analysis the battlefield.
Technology Maturation & SPECIFICATIONS
Risk Reduction
• C onsists of a 2,000-gallon potable-water tank in an International
Engineering & Manufacturing Organization for Standardization frame
Development • Employs integrated pump, engine, alternator, filling stand and 70-
Production & Deployment foot hose reel with bulk suction and discharge hoses
• Pumps 125 gallons of water per minute
Operations & Support
• Prevents water from freezing in cold weather environments down to
minus 25 degrees Fahrenheit

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Hippo
None

CONTRACTORS
Mil-Mar Century, Inc. (Miamisburg, OH)
Entwistle (Danville, VA)

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M160 Robotic Mine Flail

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The M160 Robotic Mine Flail is used to clear areas infested with land • Current: Completing reset to desired level of combat capability;
Mission Command mines and counter the effects of mines that could impede the mobility updating technical manuals and incorporating Engineering
of friendly forces, destroy systems or cause personnel casualties. It is Change Proposals
Movement and Maneuver designed to be protected against mine explosion fragments. Mine clearing
Intelligence is conducted using the flailing motion of high-speed, rotating chained PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
hammers. The machine digs and pounds the soil, which results in the • 2QFY17: Begin fielding
Fires
detonation or shattering of anti-personnel (AP) mines. • 4QFY21: Fielding complete
Sustainment
Maneuver Support The system, an improved version of the basic commercial off-the-shelf
and Protection DOK-ING MV-4 Mechanical Anti-Personnel Mine Clearing System.
The remote control system provides real-time control of the mine-
Engagement clearing vehicle and allows the operator to control the vehicle from either
a mounted or stand-off dismounted position.

ACQUISITION The M160 is also equipped with a communication system that transfers
LIFECYCLE PHASE operating status and video feedback to the operator. The M160’s hand-
Materiel Solution Analysis held, stand-off, remote control feature allows the operator to remain
outside the range of exploding mines during the clearing process.
Technology Maturation &
Additionally, the engine and vital components of the machine are
Risk Reduction
protected by steel armor plates. Mine rollers and earth-moving blades will
Engineering & Manufacturing be fielded to units after being reset to a desired level of combat capability.
Development
Production & Deployment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The M160 provides stand-off protection to Soldiers while they clear areas
Operations & Support
of AP mines.

SPECIFICATIONS
MILESTONE DECISION  ajor components:
M
AUTHORITY • Engine
Defense Acquisition Executive • Hydraulic system
• Flail head assembly
Army Acquisition Executive
• Remote control system
Program Executive Officer • Drive train

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M160
None

CONTRACTORS
DOK-ING d.o.o. (Zagreb, Croatia)

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Man Transportable Robot System (MTRS)

Increment 2
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Man Transportable Robot System (MTRS) Increment 2 is a remotely • Current: Request for Proposal development
Mission Command operated, man-transportable robotic system that provides a stand-off
capability to detect and confirm the presence of, identify the disposition PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver of, and counter hazards by carrying various platform payloads in support • 2
 QFY16: Request for Proposal release
Intelligence of current and future missions. MTRS Increment 2 supports engineers, • 4QFY16: Milestones B and C
chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) Soldiers, and • 1QFY17: Contract award
Fires
Special Operations forces.
Sustainment
Maneuver Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
and Protection The MTRS provides the warfighter with a stand-off ability to locate,
identify and clear landmines, unexploded ordnance and improvised
Engagement explosive devices in the path of maneuvering Army or Joint forces. It also
provides CBRN Soldiers with the capability to employ CBRN sensors
from a distance.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis • H and-held controller allows operator a stand-off capability to
operate MTRS Increment 2 from a mounted or dismounted location
Technology Maturation &
and receive video and vehicle control data
Risk Reduction
• A llows multiple payload platforms to improve support to Soldiers in
Engineering & Manufacturing current and future operating environments
Development
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MTRS Increment 2
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Medical Communications for Combat Casualty

Care (MC4)
PEO Enterprise Information Systems | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • 4QFY14: Supported Operation United Assistance Ebola medical

FUNCTION Medical Communications for Combat Casualty Care (MC4) is a task force deployment
Mission Command ruggedized system of systems containing medical software packages • F Y15:
fielded to operational medical forces worldwide. The system is comprised ›› Upgraded 3,486 systems to v2.2.0.0, including 563 units in
Movement and Maneuver of joint software, commercial and government off-the-shelf products 16 countries
Intelligence including Theater Medical Information Program – Joint (TMIP-J) ›› Supported operations in theater and multiple OCONUS
applications provided by Defense Health Clinical Systems. MC4 provides locations while deploying system upgrade version 2.2.0.0 Update
Fires
the tools needed to digitally record and transfer critical medical data from 2 worldwide; v2.2.0.0 includes Block 2, Release 2 upgrade to
Sustainment the foxhole to medical treatment facilities around the world. With more TMIP-J software; deployment to active users completed; initiated
Maneuver Support than a decade of experience managing the Army’s deployable medical deployment to other Army units based on Army Resourcing
and Protection recording system, MC4 remains the most widely used, comprehensive Priority List
information management medical system on the battlefield. • 4QFY15: Completed Multiservice Operational Test and Evaluation
Engagement of v2.3.1.0., which includes final upgrade of TMIP-J software (Block
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER 2, Release 3)
Deployable medical forces use the MC4 system to gain quick, accurate
ACQUISITION access to patient histories and forward casualty resuscitation information. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
LIFECYCLE PHASE The system also provides units with automated tools facilitating patient • F Y16:
Materiel Solution Analysis and item tracking, blood management, medical reporting and medical ›› Identify and pilot emerging technologies to enhance system
logistical support. capability
Technology Maturation &
›› Initiate deployment (training and fielding) of v2.3.1.0 to active
Risk Reduction
SPECIFICATIONS users; initiate delivery of upgraded hardware
Engineering & Manufacturing The TMIP-J applications include: • F Y17:
Development • Software for electronic medical record (EMR) documentation ›› Finalize technology transfer agreements for promising new
Production & Deployment • A Web-based application that serves as a deployed EMR repository technologies and incorporate selected technologies
• A Web-based application for conducting battlefield surveillance ›› Initiate planning for new commercial off-the-shelf software to
Operations & Support
modernize the Joint Service Electronic Health Record System to
PROGRAM STATUS incrementally replace TMIP-J beginning in FY18; TMIP-J will
• 2QFY13: remain operational until the new system attains full deployment
MILESTONE DECISION ›› Completed v2.2.0.0 Site Acceptance Test
AUTHORITY ›› Completed 2.1.3.1 Update 3 and data-at-rest-compliant hard drive
Defense Acquisition Executive upgrade to 2,400-plus systems across 493 locations
• 4QFY13: Conducted Operational Readiness Review of v2.2.0.0
Army Acquisition Executive
• 3QFY14: Supported establishment of the Combat Support Hospital
Program Executive Officer in Kabul, Afghanistan

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MC4
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Medical Countermeasure Systems (MCS) –

Diagnostics
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Medical Countermeasure Systems (MCS) – Diagnostics provides JBAIDS:
Mission Command technologies and Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared devices • F Y14: Emergency Use Authorization for Ebola Zaire real-time
intended for Service members to aid in early diagnosis, prevention reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (TaqMan®)
Movement and Maneuver and treatment of the effects of exposure to chemical, biological and Diagnostic Assay Kits
Intelligence radiological agents. The Diagnostics portfolio consists of: • 4QFY15:
›› Submitted special 510(k) package for H7N9 subtype avian
Fires
• T he Joint Biological Agent Identification and Diagnostic System influenza virus detection with existing influenza kits
Sustainment (JBAIDS), which is capable of rapid, reliable and simultaneous ›› Food and water color compensation calibration completed
Maneuver Support identification of biological agents and other pathogens of operational • 4 QFY15-2QFY16: Laptop replacement fielding; all JBAIDS laptops
and Protection concern in environmental or clinical sample matrices. The JBAIDS meet Army requirement to utilize Windows 7 operating system
is an FDA-cleared device for Anthrax, Tularemia, Plague, Q-Fever, NGDS Increment 1:
Engagement H5 Avian Flu, Influenza A/B typing and Influenza A subtyping. The • 1QFY15:
system also includes environmental assays for 16 different pathogens. ›› Emergency Use Authorization for Ebola virus diagnostic
Assay consumables are freeze-dried reagents that are necessary for ›› Urgent Materiel Release of systems and Ebola virus diagnostics
ACQUISITION DNA/RNA amplification and fluorescence detection. (CONUS and OCONUS)
LIFECYCLE PHASE • The Next Generation Diagnostic System (NGDS) Increment 1, • 2QFY15: Revised Acquisition Strategy (Consolidated Capability
Materiel Solution Analysis which will be deployed to roles 2 and 3 of combat health support Development Strategy and Schedule Revision)
units for clinical diagnostics and environmental analysis. NGDS
Technology Maturation & PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Increment 1 is intended to mitigate the effects of exposure to
Risk Reduction
biological warfare agents (BWA) and endemic diseases of military JBAIDS:
Engineering & Manufacturing relevance through rapid diagnostics and detection. • 1QFY16: Clinical studies initiated for six-agent BWA diagnostic
Development • 4QFY16: FDA clearance (whole blood and blood culture)
Production & Deployment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • F Y17: Begin transition of NGDS Increment 1 systems to
MCS – Diagnostics provides improved patient outcomes to biological JBAIDS users
Operations & Support
warfare and endemic disease infections and informs force health NGDS Increment 1:
protection and force protection decision making. • 3QFY17: FDA clearance of sputum samples for assays
• 4QFY17: Full-Rate Production for Army
MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS
AUTHORITY • A
 pplication: In vitro diagnostic or environmental sample (i.e.,
Defense Acquisition Executive blood, nasal, urine, soil)
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MCS - Diagnostics
None

CONTRACTORS
BioFire Defense, LLC (Salt Lake City, UT)

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Medical Countermeasure Systems (MCS) – Joint

Vaccine Acquisition Program (JVAP) and Bioscavenger
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Western, Eastern Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis Vaccine

FUNCTION The Joint Vaccine Acquisition Program (JVAP) consists of seven (WEVEE VAC):
Mission Command components: ›› The WEVEE VAC program will develop a vaccine against three
• A nthrax Vaccine Absorbed (AVA): Sustainment arboviruses with the goal of a single product protecting against all
Movement and Maneuver ›› The Anthrax Vaccine Absorbed is the only Food and Drug three threats.
Intelligence Administration (FDA)-licensed anthrax vaccine in the United
States that provides protection against cutaneous, gastrointestinal The Bioscavenger program fills an urgent capability gap in the
Fires
and aerosol infection by battlefield exposure to Bacillus anthracis. warfighter’s defense against nerve agents by development of a nerve
Sustainment • Recombinant Plague Vaccine (PLG VAC): ACAT II agent prophylactic that significantly reduces or eliminates the need for
Maneuver Support ›› The Recombinant Plague Vaccine is a highly purified postexposure antidotal therapy.
and Protection polypeptide produced from bacterial cells transfected with a
recombinant vector from the Yersinia pestis bacterium to BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engagement prevent pneumonic plague. JVAP and Bioscavenger provide protection to the warfighter
• Recombinant Botulinum Toxin Vaccine A/B (BOT VAC A/B): against aerosolized biological warfare agents and a broad spectrum of
ACAT II nerve agents.
ACQUISITION ›› The Recombinant Botulinum Bivalent Vaccine is comprised of
LIFECYCLE PHASE nontoxic botulinum toxin heavy chain fragments of serotypes SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis A and B formulated with an aluminum hydroxide adjuvant • System attributes established in requirements documentation
and delivered intramuscularly prior to potential exposure to
Technology Maturation & PROGRAM STATUS
botulinum toxin.
Risk Reduction
• Smallpox Vaccine System (SVS): Sustainment BOT VAC
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› The Smallpox Vaccine System provides both the ACAM2000™ • FY14: Technology transfer process development work initiated
Development smallpox vaccine and the Vaccinia Immune Globulin, Intravenous FILO VAC
Production & Deployment (VIGIV) to vaccinate and protect the warfighter from potential • FY15: Ebola response efforts
exposure to smallpox. Both products are FDA-approved. WEVEE VAC
Operations & Support
• Filovirus Vaccine (FILO VAC): • FY13: Milestone A
›› The Filovirus Vaccine program addresses an essential capability RIC VAC
gap for protecting warfighters against aerosolized filovirus for • FY13: Milestone A
MILESTONE DECISION which there is no current therapeutic. Target filovirus strains
AUTHORITY include Ebola Sudan, Ebola Zaire and Marburg. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Defense Acquisition Executive • R icin Vaccine (RIC VAC): BOT VAC
›› The Ricin Vaccine program will develop a vaccine against the A • FY17: Chemistry Manufacturing Control submission to FDA
Army Acquisition Executive
and B chains of this threat agent and validate performance against FILO VAC
Program Executive Officer aerosolized material. • FY17: Milestone B

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MCS - JVAP
Canada, United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
AVA: Emergent BioSolutions (Bioport)
(Lansing, MI)
PLG VAC and BOT VAC A/B: DynPort Vaccine
(Frederick, MD)
SVS: Acambis plc (Cambridge, MA) and Cangene, Corp.
(Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada)

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Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC)

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION The Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC) conducts sustainment  TSC consists of:
M
Mission Command and enhanced medical training for combat medics and combat lifesavers in • A 7,000-square-foot structure
support of unified land operations. MSTC provide hands-on instruction • Virtual Patient System
Movement and Maneuver in the latest battlefield trauma and critical care techniques based on U.S. • Instructor Support System
Intelligence Army Medical Department-approved performance-oriented training • Medical Training Evaluation System
curricula. Medical treatment validation exercises simulate the high stress • Medical Training Command and Control
Fires
of performing medical interventions in combat. • Professional instruction and administrative support
Sustainment
MSTC Increment 1 provides realistic medical training to both medical and PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support
and Protection nonmedical Soldiers in the Army, Reserve and National Guard. MSTC • 4QFY15: Sustainment and maintenance, technical refresh
supports unit medical readiness by validating Combat Medic (68W) and concurrency on medical training aids, devices, simulators
Engagement Emergency Medical Technician biennial recertification requirements and and simulations
providing combat lifesaver training to nonmedical Soldiers. Increment 2
will focus on improving health care at the first responder, combat medic, PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
ACQUISITION special operations medic, and forward deployed surgical levels to better • 1QFY17: Award of the Virtual Patient Simulation Systems contract
LIFECYCLE PHASE meet the commander’s casualty response system needs now and in the
Materiel Solution Analysis Force 2025 operating environment.
Technology Maturation &
The MSTC mannequin provides realistic trauma treatment practice
Risk Reduction
opportunities for self and buddy rescue performance in the Squad
Engineering & Manufacturing Overmatch Study – Tactical Combat Casualty Care (SOvM-TC3) study.
Development Implementing the MSTC in the integrated SOvM-TC3 increased the
Production & Deployment squads’ training experience because of the realism that was applied across
the gaming and live environments.
Operations & Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The MSTC saves Soldiers through enhanced hands-on medical training,
MILESTONE DECISION which is provided and taught under realistic battlefield conditions. From
AUTHORITY this sustainment and validation medical training, first responders are able
Defense Acquisition Executive to provide emergency medical treatment for the three main preventable
causes of death on the battlefield (hemorrhage, airway compromise and
Army Acquisition Executive
tension pneumothorax).
Program Executive Officer

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MSTC
Uruguay and Serbia

CONTRACTORS
Computer Science Corp. (Orlando, FL)
Laerdal (Wappingers Falls, NY)
Simetri, Inc. (Winter Park, FL)
Optimal Technologies International (Orlando, FL)
PULAU Corp. (Orlando, FL)
Kforce Government Solutions, Inc. (Fairfax, VA)
SKEDCO, Inc. (Tualatin, OR)

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Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA)

PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA) includes 20 mm, 25 mm, 30 mm, • Current: Production and sustainment
Mission Command and 40 mm armor-piercing, high-explosive, smoke, illumination, training
and antipersonnel cartridges with the capability to defeat light armor, PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver materiel and personnel targets. These munitions provide overwhelming • F
 Y16:
Intelligence lethality in MCA and point- and area-target engagement via medium ›› Cannon-caliber and 40 mm legacy production and sustainment
hand-held and crew-served weapons. ›› New multiyear 40 mm production contract
Fires
›› Develop 40 mm day, night and thermal cartridges
Sustainment BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› Qualify 30 mm ammunition for Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicle
Maneuver Support Standard ammunition provides the warfighter with the necessary 2nd Cavalry Regiment lethality upgrade
and Protection lethality needed to defeat the enemy. Specialty 40 mm rounds provide
specific tools for the warfighter (e.g. illumination). The Counter-Rocket,
Engagement Artillery, and Mortar (C-RAM) defends against enemy rocket, mortar
and artillery fires.

ACQUISITION SPECIFICATIONS
LIFECYCLE PHASE Various specifications used are dependent on weapon platform, caliber
Materiel Solution Analysis and target set and effect.
• 20 mm cartridge is a multipurpose tracer with self-destruct, used in
Technology Maturation &
the C-RAM weapon system
Risk Reduction
• 25 mm target practice (TP), high-explosive incendiary and armor-
Engineering & Manufacturing piercing cartridges are fired from the M242 Bushmaster Cannon
Development from the Bradley Fighting Vehicle
Production & Deployment • 30 mm TP and High Explosive-Dual Purpose (HEDP) cartridges
are fired from the M230 chain gun mounted on the Apache and
Operations & Support
Blackhawk helicopters
• Varieties of 40 mm TP, HEDP and specialty cartridges are designed
for use in the M203 Grenade Launcher, M320 Grenade Launcher
MILESTONE DECISION and the MK19 Grenade Machine Gun
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MCA
30 mm: Netherlands, Singapore, Saudi Arabia,
Japan, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates and Taiwan
40 mm: Iraq, Afghanistan, Bahrain
and Philippines

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
(Marion, IL; Red Lion, PA)
Orbital ATK (Radford, VA; Independence, MO; Rocket City, WV)
AMTEC Corp. (Janesville, WI; Camden, AR)

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Mine Protection Vehicle Family (MPVF), Mine Clearing

Vehicle (MCV), Explosive Hazard Pre-Detonation (EHP)
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Mine Protection Vehicle Family (MPVF) consists of the Medium • 2QFY15: MMPV Type II Production Qualification Testing
Mission Command Mine Protected Vehicle (MMPV) Type I and II, the Husky Vehicle complete; EHP Wire Neutralization System (WNS)
Mounted Mine Detection (VMMD) system, and the Buffalo Mine Prototype Production
Movement and Maneuver Protected Clearance Vehicle (MPCV). All are blast-protected with a • 2QFY15-4QFY15: EHP Testing, Prototype Production and
Intelligence V-shaped hull. The MMPV Type I (Panther) will support Explosive Logistics Development (all EHP systems)
Ordnance Disposal Companies and Chemical Biological Response • 3QFY15: MMPV Type I achieved Conditional Materiel Release,
Fires
Teams. The MMPV Type II (RG-31) will support Engineer Units in with First Unit Equipped
Sustainment route and area clearance operations. The VMMD is a vehicle-mounted
mine-detection and lane-proofing system capable of finding and marking PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
and Protection metallic explosive hazards, including metallic-encased improvised • F
 Y16: MMPV Type II RESET/RECAP ongoing at Letterkenny
explosive devices (IED). The MPCV is capable of interrogating and Army Depot
Engagement classifying suspected explosive hazards, including IED. The MPCV has • 3
 QFY16: EHP Blower Milestone C; MCV complete fielding and
an articulating arm with a digging and lifting attachment and camera to transition to Organic Support; MMPV Type I obtain Organic
remotely interrogate a suspected explosive hazard and allow the crew to Maintenance Capability; MMPV Type II obtain Conditional
ACQUISITION confirm, deny and classify the hazard. Materiel Release
LIFECYCLE PHASE • 4QFY16: MMPV Type II begins fielding
Materiel Solution Analysis The MCV is a vehicle designed to clear large areas of anti-tank and anti- • 3
 QFY17: MPCV Logistics and Technical Manual revisions complete
personnel mines by means of a rotating flail. • 4QFY17: EHP Blower obtain Full Materiel Release and
Technology Maturation &
begin fielding
Risk Reduction
The EHP capabilities will counter the full spectrum of conventional
Engineering & Manufacturing and asymmetric explosive hazards including surface-laid, buried and
Development concealed landmines, IED, Explosively Formed Penetrators, Unexploded
Production & Deployment Ordnance, battlefield munitions and booby traps to include associated
trigger mechanisms.
Operations & Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
These systems provide the warfighter with effective, reliable and
MILESTONE DECISION affordable blast protection by interrogating and classifying suspected
AUTHORITY explosive hazards while providing force protection to defeat the full
Defense Acquisition Executive spectrum of worldwide explosive hazards.
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MPVF, MCV, EHP

MPCV: United Kingdom
VMMD: Canada, Kenya and Australia
MCV: Austria

CONTRACTORS
MMPV Type I (Panther): BAE Systems (York, PA)
MMPV Type II (RG-31): General Dynamics Land
Systems-Canada (Ontario, Canada)
MPCV: General Dynamics Land Systems (Sterling Heights, MI)
VMMD: Critical Solutions International, Inc. (Charleston, SC)
M1271 MCV: Hydrema (Støvring, Denmark)
EHP Debris Blower: Buffalo Turbine (Springville, NY)
EHP WNS (Prototype): Anniston Army Depot (Anniston, AL)
EHP Mine Roller (Prototype): Anniston Army Depot (Anniston, AL)

SPECIFICATIONS
MMPV MMPV MPCV VMMD MCV
Type I Type II Buffalo Husky

Personnel Capacity 5 4 6 1 2
Operational Length 349 inches 276.8 inches 323 inches 291.6 inches 392.4 inches
Operational Width 124 inches 107.1 inches 106 inches 100.8 inches 189.5 inches
Operational Height 136 inches 141.4 inches 156 inches 122 inches 99.3 inches
74,000 35,000 48,500 15,240 42,628
Gross Vehicle Weight pounds pounds pounds pounds pounds

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Mobile Maintenance Equipment Systems (MMES)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Mobile Maintenance Equipment Systems (MMES) provide two- 3QFY14:
Mission Command level maintenance capability to the warfighter. Eight interconnected ›› MWMSS, Milestone (MS) C
maintenance systems are distributed throughout the Army at multiple ›› ARSS, MS C
Movement and Maneuver levels and provide a holistic repair capability in all environments. This 1QFY16:
Intelligence approach meets the Army’s two-level maintenance philosophy and ›› FSRS, MS C
supports the current force while also providing modular configurations to ›› FSRS, First Unit Equipped
Fires
meet the specific needs of the Army in today’s transforming environment.
Sustainment PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 4
 QFY16: Load Banks, MS C
and Protection The MMES provides technological advancements and professional-grade • 2QFY17: Refrigeration Took Kit, MS C
tools with lifetime warranties that will save the Army money for years
Engagement to come. This integrated maintenance system serves to consolidate Line
Item Numbers to one and equips our forces with the most current and
accurate tools to complete the mission while performing maintenance on
ACQUISITION the latest technologically advanced equipment and weaponry.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS
 MES family of systems includes:
M
Technology Maturation &
• Metal Working and Machining Shop Set (MWMSS)
Risk Reduction
• Fire Suppression Refill System (FSRS)
Engineering & Manufacturing • Armament Repair Shop Set (ARSS)
Development • The Hydraulic Systems Test and Repair Unit (HSTRU)
Production & Deployment • Shop Equipment, Welding Trailer (SEW)
• Shop Equipment Contact Maintenance (SECM)
Operations & Support
• Forward Repair System (FRS)
• Standard Automotive Tool Set (SATS)

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MMES
None

CONTRACTORS
MWMSS and FSRS: Organic Base, Joint
Manufacturing & Technology Center (JMTC),
Rock Island Arsenal (Rock Island, IL)
ARSS: Organic Base, Tobyhanna Army Depot
(Tobyhanna, PA)
HSTRU: Industrial Base, Mandus Group (Rock Island, IL)
SEW Trailer: Capability Production Document still in staffing; currently planned for Organic Base,
JMTC, Rock Island Arsenal (Rock Island, IL)

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Modular Fuel System (MFS)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Modular Fuel System (MFS) rapidly establishes fuel distribution • 1QFY16: TRM I Full Materiel Release
Mission Command and storage capability at any location regardless of material handling
equipment availability. The MFS performs both retail and bulk fueling PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver operations, and is capable of receiving, storing, filtering and issuing all • 1QFY17: TRM II Full Materiel Release
Intelligence kerosene-based fuels. • 2QFY17:
›› PRM Full Materiel Release
Fires
The MFS is composed of 14 Tank Rack Modules (TRM) and one of the ›› PRM Production Contract Award
Sustainment pump and filtration modules, commonly known as Pump Rack Modules
Maneuver Support (PRM). The TRM can be used with the PRM, the Heavy Expanded
and Protection Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) tankers or as a stand-alone system.
When used with the HEMTT tanker, the TRM doubles the HEMTT
Engagement tanker capacity to 5,000 gallons of fuel. The MFS is transported by the
HEMTT Load Handling System and the Palletized Load System.

ACQUISITION The PRM has an evacuation capability that allows the hoses in the
LIFECYCLE PHASE system to be purged of fuel prior to recovery, and is capable of refueling
Materiel Solution Analysis both ground vehicles and aircraft.
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Risk Reduction
The MFS enables retail operation for the warfighter by storing,
Engineering & Manufacturing transporting and issuing fuel.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
• T RM includes continuous duty retail pump, flow meter, filter
Operations & Support
separator and 2,500-gallon tank
• PRM includes self-priming, 600-gallons-per-minute diesel-engine-
driven centrifugal pump; filter separator; valves; fittings; hoses;
MILESTONE DECISION refueling nozzles; aviation fuel test kits; fire extinguishers; grounding
AUTHORITY rods; flow meter and NATO connectors
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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MFS
None

CONTRACTORS
DRS Sustainment Systems, Inc. (St. Louis, MO)
Isometrics, Inc. (Reidsville, NC)

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Mortar Systems
PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

FUNCTION The family of mortar systems provides organic, indirect fire support Mortar Systems provide the maneuver commander rapid, responsive,
Mission Command to the maneuver unit commander and is employed in all combat hip-pocket indirect fires in support of combat operations.
formations. The Army uses three variants of 120 mm mortar systems.
Movement and Maneuver The two mounted variants are the M121 120 mm mortar, used on the PROGRAM STATUS
Intelligence M1064A3 Mortar Carrier, and the 120 mm Recoiling Mortar System, • 1QFY13-4QFY15: 1,540 Mortar Weapon Systems (Lightweight 60
used on the M1129 and M1252 Stryker Mortar Carriers. The M120A1 mm, 81 mm, 120 mm) fielded to numerous Infantry Brigade Combat
Fires
120 mm Towed Mortar System is the dismounted variant. The Mortar Teams (IBCT), Heavy Brigade Combat Teams, Stryker Brigade
Sustainment Fire Control System (MFCS) provides the warfighter improvements in Combat Teams and Special Forces groups; 295 M150/M151 Mortar
Maneuver Support command and control of mortar fires and the speed of employment, Fire Control Systems and 268 Mortar Stowage Kits (MSK) fielded
and Protection accuracy and survivability of mortars. The M95/M96 MFCS – Mounted to 15 IBCT, 14 Infantry Battalions, and the Ranger Regiment;
(MFCS-M), used on the M1064A3, M1129 and M1252, and the M150/ continued production of MFCS-D
Engagement M151 MFCS – Dismounted (MFCS-D), used with the M120A1, • 3QFY13: M32 Software Version 4.1 Materiel Release (MR)
combine a fire control computer with an inertial navigation and pointing (Common Operating Environment Version 1.0); TC-STD 60 mm
system, allowing crews to fire in less than a minute and greatly improving HE Mortar M1061 Enhanced Fragmentation Cartridge
ACQUISITION mortar lethality and accuracy, and crew survivability. The Lightweight • 3QFY13-4QFY15: 228 LHMBC fielded to 4 IBCT, 1 Special Forces
LIFECYCLE PHASE M252A1 81 mm Mortar System and Lightweight M224A1 60 mm Group and 10 IBCT Battalions
Materiel Solution Analysis Mortar System have been qualified and are in production and fielding. • 1QFY15: Completed production of the M120A1 MSK
The M252A1 weighs 20 percent less and the M224A1 weighs 13 percent • 1QFY16: M32 Software Version 5.0 MR for M32A1 variant
Technology Maturation &
less than their legacy counterparts, yet maintain the same capability. All
Risk Reduction
of the mortar systems fire a full family of ammunition including high- PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engineering & Manufacturing explosive, infrared and visible light illumination, smoke, and training. • 1QFY16-4QFY16: Continue fielding of the 60 mm Lightweight
Development Mortar (M224A1) and product improvements
Production & Deployment The M32 and M32A1 Lightweight Handheld Mortar Ballistic • 1QFY16-4QFY17: Continue fielding of the 81 mm Lightweight
Computers (LHMBC) have a tactical modem and embedded Global Mortar (M252A1) and product improvements; continue production
Operations & Support
Positioning System, allowing mortar crews to send and receive digital and fielding of MFCS-D and product improvements
call-for-fire messages, calculate ballistic solutions and navigate. The next- • 2QFY16: Begin production of M32A1; Materiel Development
generation Android-based M32A2 is under development. Decision on HEGM
MILESTONE DECISION • 2QFY16-4QFY17: Software integration for Android-based M32A2
AUTHORITY The XM395 Accelerated Precision Mortar Initiative (APMI) achieved • 3QFY16: Selection of new Mortar Weapon Systems, Mortar Weapon
Defense Acquisition Executive an Urgent Materiel Release in March 2011. APMI has been deployed Components and Mortar Fire Control System prime contractors;
and used in combat since June 2011. Based on the success of the conduct 60 mm M1061 mortar Full Materiel Release
Army Acquisition Executive
APMI program, the Army is moving forward with the High Explosive • 1QFY17-4QFY17: Begin fielding M32A1
Program Executive Officer Guided Mortar (HEGM) and in February 2015 validated the Capability • 2QFY17: Achieve Milestone B and begin HEGM Engineering &
Development Document. Manufacturing Development

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Mortar Systems
Fielded with multiple countries—names for
official use only and not for public disclosure

CONTRACTORS
60 mm and 81 mm mortar bipod production:
MaTech (Salisbury, MD)
60 mm and 81 mm baseplate production: AMT
(Fairfield, NJ)
MFCS-D and MFCS-M production, fielding and installation: Elbit Systems of America
(Fort Worth, TX)
M32A1 LHMBC (RTHD-2): VT Miltope (Hope Hull, AL)
M32A2 (Nett Warrior): PM Ground Soldier (Ft. Belvoir, VA)
120 mm, 81 mm, and 60 mm cannons: Watervliet Arsenal (Watervliet, NY)
Mortar ignition cartridge: POCAL Industries, Inc. (Scranton, PA)
Mortar cartridge load, assemble, package: Pine Bluff Arsenal (Pine Bluff, AR)
Mortar fuses: L3 Fuzing and Ordnance Systems (Cincinnati, OH)

SPECIFICATIONS

Rate of Fire
Range Weight (rounds per
Mortar (meters) (pounds) minute) Crew Ammunition
High-explosive (HE) (M934A1),
4 M121 white phosphorus (WP) smoke
16 for the carrier- (M929), illumination (visible
M120/ M121
7240 319 first minute mounted light, M930 and infrared [IR],
120mm
4 sustained 5 M120 M983), M933A1 (operational
towed training), and full-range practice
(FRP) (M931)

HE (M821A2), red phosphorus

30 for the first smoke (M819), illumination
M252 81mm 5935 90 2 minutes 3 (visible light, M853A1 and IR,
15 sustained M816), M889A2 (operational
training), and FRP (M879)

HE (M720A1), WP smoke
46.5 30 for the first (M722A1), illumination
M224 60mm 3489 (conventional), 4 minutes 3 (visible light, M721 and IR,
18.0 (handheld) 20 sustained M767), M768 (operational train-
ing), and FRP (M769)

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NAVSTAR Global Positioning System (GPS)

PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION GB-GRAM:

FUNCTION The NAVSTAR Global Positioning System (GPS) is a space-based, • Size: 0.6 x 2.45 x 3.4 inches
Mission Command Joint-service program led by the Air Force that distributes Positioning, • Weight: 3.5 ounces
Navigation and Timing (PNT) data to tactical and strategic organizations. • Frequency: Dual (L1/L2)
Movement and Maneuver The GPS has three segments: A space segment (nominally 24 satellites), • Satellites: All-in-view
Intelligence a ground control segment, and a user equipment segment consisting D3:
of receivers configured for hand-held, ground, aircraft and watercraft • Size: 6.37x 3.74 x 1.64 inches
Fires
applications. • Weight: 1 pound
Sustainment • Frequency: Dual (L1/L2)
Maneuver Support Military GPS receivers utilize the Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing • Satellites: All-in-view
and Protection Module (SAASM) to access the Precise Positioning Service signal for
enhanced accuracy and signal protection not available to commercial PROGRAM STATUS
Engagement equipment. The two highest density GPS receivers in the Army today • Through FY17: DAGR hardware retrofit process continues
are the Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR) and the Ground- • 4QFY14:
Based GPS Receiver Applications Module (GB-GRAM). Approximately ›› DAGR sustainment management transitioned to U.S. Army
ACQUISITION 331,000 DAGR were fielded through 2012 for dismounted use and Communications-Electronics Command Logistics and
LIFECYCLE PHASE platform installations. More than 125,000 GB-GRAM have been Readiness Center
Materiel Solution Analysis procured to date through a still-active Army contract to equip a wide ›› New operating software issued for field reprogramming
array of weapon systems. In addition, the DAGR Distributed Device • F Y15: D3/Stryker was designated as Army-led platform for Military
Technology Maturation &
(D3) will provide a distributed PNT capability to selected platforms GPS User Equipment (MGUE) integration
Risk Reduction
in FY16.
Engineering & Manufacturing PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 2QFY16-4QFY17:
Production & Deployment When operated in keyed mode, SAASM-based GPS receivers provide ›› Field D3 to Armored Knight vehicles
warfighters with enhanced positional accuracy and signal protection. ›› D3/Stryker support for evaluation of MGUE prototypes
Operations & Support
through FY19
SPECIFICATIONS ›› Resiliency Software Assurance modification for DAGR with
DAGR: Modification Working Order field reprogramming in FY18
MILESTONE DECISION • Size: 6.37 x 3.4 x 1.56 inches ›› Completion of DAGR 3.2 retrofit and retirement of DAGR 3.1 to
AUTHORITY • Weight: 1 pound; fits in a two-clip carrying case that attaches to standardize DAGR configuration in field Army
Defense Acquisition Executive load-bearing equipment ›› Award production contract for embeddable Military-code (M-code)
• Frequency: Dual (L1/L2) ›› Mitigate gap between GB-GRAM (SAASM) production contract
Army Acquisition Executive
• Battery Life: 19 hours (4 AA batteries) and initial availability of successor M-code product
Program Executive Officer • Satellites: All-in-view ›› Program Management Office and System Engineering support for
modernization of DAGR, GB-GRAM and D3

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Pulse-per-second-capable GPS receivers have been
sold to 41 authorized countries

CONTRACTORS
DAGR/GB-GRAM acquisition and support:
Rockwell Collins (Cedar Rapids, IA)
D3 acquisition: GPS Source, Inc. (Pueblo, CO)

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Nett Warrior (NW)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • N W, U.S. government-owned open architecture software,

FUNCTION Nett Warrior (NW) is an integrated dismounted leader Situational has published a Software Development Kit that permits rapid
Mission Command Awareness (SA) system used during combat operations. The system application development and integration. The software also enables
provides unparalleled SA to the dismounted leader, allowing for faster the expansion of this platform to other warfighting functions and/or
Movement and Maneuver and more accurate decisions in the tactical fight. With advanced handheld requirements.
Intelligence navigation, SA and information-sharing capabilities, leaders are able to
avoid fratricide and are more effective and lethal in the execution of their PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
combat missions. • 2QFY13: Favorable NW Operational Assessment from DoD; First
Sustainment unit equipped
Maneuver Support The NW program focuses on the development of the SA system, which • 3QFY13: NW participation in Network Integration Evaluation (NIE)
and Protection has the ability to graphically display the location of an individual leader’s 13.2 at Fort Bliss, TX
location on a digital georeferenced map image. The system is connected • 4QFY13: Army Acquisition Executive approved Additional Low-Rate
Engagement through a secure radio that sends and receives information from one Initial Production #2
NW to another, thus connecting the dismounted leader to the network. • 3QFY14: NW at NIE 14.2 (Initial Operational Test & Evaluation
Additional Soldier and leader locations are displayed on the smart device (IOT&E) Phase I)
ACQUISITION digital display. • 1QFY15: NW at Fort Polk, LA (IOT&E Phase II)
LIFECYCLE PHASE • 2QFY15: NW at Army Expeditionary Warfighting Experiment
Materiel Solution Analysis These radios also connect the equipped leader to higher-echelon data Spiral J at Fort Benning, GA; 3/10 Mountain Division (MTN DIV)
and information products to assist in decision making and situational New Equipment Training (NET) at Fort Polk
Technology Maturation &
understanding. Soldier position location information will be added to the • 3QFY15: 3/101st Airborne Division (ABN DIV) Air Assault
Risk Reduction
network via interoperability with the Army’s Joint Tactical Radio System (AASLT) (NET); Support to 3/10th MTN DIV at JRTC
Engineering & Manufacturing capability. All of this will allow the leader to easily see, understand and • 4QFY15: 2/82nd ABN DIV NET
Development interact in the method best suited to the user and the particular mission. • 4QFY15-1QFY16: NW-UK test in Warminster, England; Army
Production & Deployment Warfighting Assessment 16.1; Support to 1/10th MTN (Operation
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER Inherent Resolve), 2/10th MTN and 3/10th MTN (Operation
Operations & Support
NW employs a system-of-systems approach, optimizing and integrating Freedom’s Sentinel)
capabilities while reducing the Soldier’s combat load and logistical • 1QFY16: Support to 1/101st ABN DIV at JRTC
footprint. It also provides overmatch operational capabilities to all ground
MILESTONE DECISION combat leaders and small-unit operations. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
AUTHORITY • 2QFY16: NW at Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiment 2016
Defense Acquisition Executive SPECIFICATIONS • 3QFY17: Full-Rate Production Decision
• Off-the-shelf smartphone end-user device with cable (less than 2
Army Acquisition Executive
pounds) for connection to a radio running Soldier Radio Waveform.
Program Executive Officer The system can operate 8 to 24 hours depending on power-source
connection configuration.

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NW
None

CONTRACTORS
Government is the prime integrator with various
vendors providing components.

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Next Generation Chemical Detector (NGCD)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Next Generation Chemical Detector (NGCD) will detect and • 2QFY14: Milestone A Approved, Prototyping and Testing
Mission Command identify nontraditional agents (NTA), chemical warfare agents (CWA),
toxic industrial chemicals (TIC) and other hazards in the air and on PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver surfaces. NGCD will improve CWA/TIC selectivity and sensitivity in • F Y16-FY17: Final Prototype Testing
Intelligence multiple environments. NGCD will sample, detect, identify and quantify • FY17: Early Operational Assessment
traditional and nontraditional chemical and TIC vapor, liquid, solid and • 3QFY17: Milestone B
Fires
aerosol hazards. The warfighter will be able to characterize chemical,
Sustainment biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) environment in air and
Maneuver Support water as well as on land, personnel, equipment and facilities. The NGCD
and Protection will support manned and unmanned platform integration and the
following combat weapons of mass destruction (WMD) military mission
Engagement areas: CBRN passive defense; WMD interdiction; WMD elimination;
and WMD consequence management.

ACQUISITION NGCD will provide four capabilities or systems: NGCD-1, Detector

LIFECYCLE PHASE Alarm; NGCD-2, Survey Detector; NGCD-3, Sample Analysis; and
Materiel Solution Analysis NGCD-4, Individual Detector.
Technology Maturation & BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Risk Reduction
The NGCD capabilities and sensors will provide the warfighter with
Engineering & Manufacturing improved detection, consequence management and reconnaissance, and
Development WMD interdiction.
Production & Deployment
SPECIFICATIONS
Operations & Support
• N GCD-1: Man-portable, battery-operated, aerosol and
vapor detection
• NGCD-2: Man-portable, battery-operated, surface detection
MILESTONE DECISION • NGCD-3: Two-man-portable, shore-and-battery-powered, very
AUTHORITY low detection levels
Defense Acquisition Executive • NGCD-4: Wearable
• All detect NTA, CWA, TIC
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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NGCD
None

CONTRACTORS
Signature Science (Austin, TX)
Chemring Detection Systems (Charlotte, NC)
Smiths Detection (Edgewood, MD)
FLIR/Nomadics (Stillwater, OK)
ChemImage (Pittsburgh, PA)
Bruker Detection Corp (Billerica, MA)
Battelle Memorial Institute (Columbus, OH)

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Non-Intrusive Inspection Systems (NIIS)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • B ackscatter Vehicle Mounted Trailer (BVMT): Mobile inspection

FUNCTION The Non-Intrusive Inspection Systems (NIIS) program consists of system for vehicles and cargo that uses same backscatter X-ray
Mission Command commercial off-the-shelf products that utilize nuclear source and X-ray technology as the ZBV; BVMT trailer contains the X-ray source
technologies to scan vehicles, cargo and personnel for detection of and backscatter detectors while the forward scatter trailer contains
Movement and Maneuver explosives and other contraband. These systems are employed within a forward scatter detectors
Intelligence layered force protection system that includes security personnel trained • Personnel Scanners: Use backscatter X-ray technology to
to maintain situational awareness, aided by a range of other products nonintrusively scan people for the presence of explosives, weapons
Fires
including military working dogs, under-vehicle scanning mirrors and or other contraband and are American National Standards Institute
Sustainment hand-held or desktop trace explosive detectors. compliant; depending on the model, these systems can scan between
Maneuver Support 140 and 240 people per hour
and Protection NIIS includes a variety of products with differing characteristics that are • T-10 Trailer: High-energy gantry vehicle and cargo scanner that
added to the Army commander’s tool box. They include mobile, rail- uses a 1-Megavolt Liner Accelerator that penetrates up to 4 inches of
Engagement mounted but relocatable, and fixed-site characteristics. steel while scanning

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER PROGRAM STATUS

ACQUISITION NIIS provides critical force protection measures to safeguard secure areas • 1QFY13-4QFY13: Replaced obsolete systems that reached their
LIFECYCLE PHASE and protect Soldiers from hidden improvised explosive devices and other useful life and did not provide stand-off capabilities
Materiel Solution Analysis contraband not visible to the naked eye.
PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Technology Maturation & SPECIFICATIONS • F Y16-FY17: Continue in sustainment
Risk Reduction
• M obile Vehicle and Cargo Inspection System (MVACIS):
Engineering & Manufacturing Truck-mounted system that uses a nuclear source that can penetrate
Development approximately 6.5 inches of steel
Production & Deployment • Relocatable Vehicle and Cargo Inspection System: Rail-mounted
system that uses the same nuclear source as the MVACIS; operates
Operations & Support
on rails and is employed in static locations or moved within 24 hours
to locations where prepared use of rail system eliminates requirement
to maintain truck platform
MILESTONE DECISION • Militarized MVACIS: Uses same gamma source as other VACIS
AUTHORITY products, but it is mounted on a High Mobility Multipurpose
Defense Acquisition Executive Wheeled Vehicle
• Militarized MVACIS (ZBV): Van-mounted system that uses
Army Acquisition Executive
backscatter X-ray technology; penetrates approximately one-quarter
Program Executive Officer inch of steel and can be employed in static locations where room
is limited

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NIIS
None

CONTRACTORS
American Science & Engineering, Inc.
(Billerica, MA)
Rapiscan Systems (Torrance, CA)
Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC)
(San Diego, CA)

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Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance

Vehicle (NBCRV) – Stryker Sensor Suites
JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle (NBCRV) • F Y13-FY15: Full-Rate Production; fielding to SBCT, select Active
Mission Command – Stryker Sensor Suites is the chemical, biological, radiological and Component HBCT and CC
nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance configuration of the Infantry Carrier
Movement and Maneuver Vehicle in the Stryker Brigade Combat Teams (SBCT), Heavy Brigade PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence Combat Teams (HBCT) and Chemical Companies (CC). • F Y16-FY17: Fielding to select Active Component and Reserve
Component HBCT and CC
Fires
The NBCRV-Stryker Sensor Suite consists of a dedicated system of • 1QFY18: Full Operational Capability and Initiate Sensor Suite
Sustainment CBRN detection, warning and biological-sampling equipment on Enhancement Program
Maneuver Support a Stryker vehicle (high-speed, high-mobility, armored carrier). The
and Protection NBCRV detects chemical, radiological and biological contamination
in its immediate environment through the Chemical Biological Mass
Engagement Spectrometer, Automatic Chemical Agent Detector Alarm, AN/VDR-
2 Radiac Detector, AN/UDR-13 Radiac Detector and Joint Biological
Point Detection System, and, at a distance, through the use of the Joint
ACQUISITION Service Lightweight Standoff Chemical Agent Detector. It automatically
LIFECYCLE PHASE integrates contamination information from detectors with input from
Materiel Solution Analysis onboard navigation and meteorological systems, and transmits digital
nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) warning messages through the
Technology Maturation &
vehicle’s command and control equipment to warn follow-on forces. The
Risk Reduction
NBCRV can also collect samples for analysis.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Development BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Production & Deployment The NBCRV-Stryker Sensor Suite supports the warfighter by performing
NBC reconnaissance. It also locates, identifies, marks, samples and
Operations & Support
reports NBC contamination on the battlefield.

SPECIFICATIONS
MILESTONE DECISION • Stryker variant with multiple unique sensors.
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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NBCRV-Stryker Sensor Suites

None

CONTRACTORS
Prime Vehicle: General Dynamics Land Systems
(Sterling Heights, MI)
Sensor Software Integrator: CACI Technologies
(Lorton, VA)

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One Semi-Automated Force (OneSAF)

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION One Semi-Automated Force (OneSAF) is a computer generated forces • Software-only program
Mission Command simulation that provides entity-level models and behaviors that are both • Uses controlled unclassified information
semi-automated and fully automated applications designed to achieve • Computer generated forces simulation
Movement and Maneuver Army readiness. As a cross-domain simulation, OneSAF supports the • Standards-based architecture
Intelligence training, test and evaluation, analysis, intelligence, acquisition and
experimentation communities by providing the latest physics-based PROGRAM STATUS
Fires
modeling and data, enhanced data collection, and reporting capabilities. • F Y15:
Sustainment OneSAF models real-world representations of platforms, Soldiers, ›› New releases: Version 8.0 and 8.5 released
Maneuver Support equipment, logistical supplies, communications systems and networks, ›› Training and events: Network Integration Evaluation (NIE) 15.1
and Protection emerging threats, and aviation assets to achieve the level of fidelity and 15.2 support (Fort Bliss, TX); NIE 16.1 (Fort Bliss)
required for a particular application or scenario.
Engagement PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
OneSAF was created to be uniquely capable of simulating aspects of the • F Y16:
urban operating environment and its effects on simulated activities and ›› Version 8.6 release
ACQUISITION behaviors. OneSAF is unique in its ability to model unit behaviors from ›› NIE 16.1 support (Fort Bliss)
LIFECYCLE PHASE fire team to company level for all units in both combat and noncombat
Materiel Solution Analysis operations. Intelligent, doctrinally correct behaviors and a range of
constructive, gaming and virtually based user interfaces are provided to
Technology Maturation &
increase the span of control for workstation operators.
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Development OneSAF provides a transparent training environment for today’s
Production & Deployment commanders and their battle staffs by utilizing current Mission
Command Systems, and eliminates the need for multiple simulation
Operations & Support
tools across analysis, experimentation, test and evaluation, training,
intelligence and acquisition.

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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OneSAF
Canada, Egypt, Israel, Singapore and
United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
Integration, Interoperability and Support (I2S):
Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (Orlando, FL)
Software Production: Leidos, Inc. (Orlando, FL)

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Precision Guidance Kit (PGK)

PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Precision Guidance Kit (PGK) technology is state-of-the-art and • 2QFY13: Milestone C, entering LRIP
Mission Command provides a first-of-its-kind capability. PGK contains a Global Positioning • 1QFY15: Successfully completed First Article Acceptance Testing
System (GPS) guidance kit with fusing functions and an integrated GPS • 3QFY15: Successfully completed Initial Operational Test
Movement and Maneuver receiver to correct the inherent errors associated with ballistic firing & Evaluation
Intelligence solutions, reducing the number of artillery projectiles required to attack • 1QFY16:
targets. The increase in efficiency that PGK’s “near-precision” capability ›› Successfully completed the first five lot acceptance tests
Fires
provides allows operational commanders to engage assigned targets and ›› Achieved Type Classification – Standard
Sustainment rapidly achieve desired effects while minimizing collateral damage. The ›› Full Materiel Release
Maneuver Support PGK currently has two DoD Identification Codes (DoDIC), NA28
and Protection and NA29. The 2,399 kits that were procured for early fielding under PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
an Urgent Material Release to Operation Enduring Freedom have the • 2
 QFY16: Full-Rate Production Decision
Engagement NA28 DoDIC. The PGK currently being procured in Low-Rate Initial
Production (LRIP) has the NA29 DoDIC. PGK is also developing an
increased capability to operate in a GPS-degraded environment and to be
ACQUISITION compatible with the future M-Code GPS architecture.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
PGK provides improved fire support to the maneuver force commander
Technology Maturation &
through effectively reducing target delivery error of conventional artillery
Risk Reduction
munitions, and reduces the number of projectiles required to execute a
Engineering & Manufacturing fire mission.
Development
Production & Deployment SPECIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated accuracy: Less than 30 meters circular error probable
Operations & Support
• Compatible with the M795 and M549A1 155 mm high-explosive
(HE) projectiles
• Mission-critical flight data is inductively loaded into PGK using the
MILESTONE DECISION Enhanced Portable Inductive Artillery Fuse Setter
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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PGK
Fielded with multiple countries—names for
official use only and not for public disclosure

CONTRACTORS
Orbital ATK (Plymouth, MN)

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Prophet
PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION through precision geolocation. Prophet Enhanced mobility and

FUNCTION The latest version of Prophet, called Prophet Enhanced, is a dedicated multimode employment (dismounted, mounted on-the-move and man-
Mission Command all-weather, 24-hour, near-real-time, ground-based tactical signals pack) enables commander flexibility in a dynamic threat environment.
intelligence and electronic warfare system that provides force protection
Movement and Maneuver and situational awareness through technologically advanced intelligence SPECIFICATIONS
Intelligence support to U.S. Army Brigade Combat Team (BCT) and Expeditionary • Classified
– Military Intelligence Brigade (E-MIB) commanders. Prophet is fielded
Fires PROGRAM STATUS
with three sensors to BCT and Multifunctional Teams and eight sensors
Sustainment to E-MIB. Prophet Enhanced systems provide commanders flexible, • 1 QFY13-4QFY14: Continue production and fielding of Prophet
Maneuver Support modular components for their mission. Enhanced Systems
and Protection • 2QFY15: Acquisition Decision Memorandum to initiate Prophet
Prophet Enhanced is a non-platform-dependent, modular system that Enhanced Quick Reaction Capability modernization
Engagement will allow easy integration onto a vehicle. Each sensor supports stationary,
dismounted, on-the-move (mobile) and man-pack operations. Prophet’s PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
mobility and modularity allows supported units to easily reposition its • 1
 QFY16-4QFY16: Complete modernization of the Prophet
ACQUISITION collection capability based on evolving tactical situations. Enhanced quick reaction capability
LIFECYCLE PHASE • 2QFY16-4QFY17: Continue modernization
Materiel Solution Analysis Prophet Enhanced has a common wide-band beyond-line-of-
site capability, which is based on the Project Manager Warfighter
Technology Maturation &
Information Network – Tactical. This capability allows the vehicles to
Risk Reduction
operate at extended distances from each other or from other nodes on
Engineering & Manufacturing the battlefield. Prophet Enhanced also has a common server, processing
Development architecture, encryption devices, etc., that currently support operations
Production & Deployment on three classification networks and domains.
Operations & Support
Prophet Enhanced is interoperable on the Global Signals Intelligence
Enterprise, delivering collected data to common databases for access by
the intelligence community.
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Defense Acquisition Executive Prophet Enhanced provides the warfighter with critical situational
awareness on the availability and synergy of objective intelligence data
Army Acquisition Executive
access and processing. It also provides high-value individual targeting
Program Executive Officer

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Prophet
None

CONTRACTORS
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GD-MS)
(Scottsdale, AZ)

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Radiological Detection System (RDS)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Radiological Detection System (RDS) is intended to replace DoD’s • C
 urrent: Pre-Milestone (MS) C (projected 4QFY19); in
Mission Command legacy Radiation Detection, Indication and Computation (RADIAC) Source Selection
survey meters (PDR-77, MFR Suite and ADM-300).
Movement and Maneuver PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence The RDS will provide warfighters with the capability to measure alpha, • 4
 QFY16: Contract Award
beta, gamma, neutron and low-energy X-rays. It is the first Joint Rad/ • 4QFY17: Critical Design Review
Fires
Nuc detector solution to increase capability and reduce lifecycle costs, as • 1QFY18: Test Article Delivery
Sustainment well as address Operation TOMODACHI Lessons Learned for common, • 4QFY19: MS C
Maneuver Support interoperable equipment with adequate sensitivity and common units
and Protection of measure.

Engagement Additional capabilities beyond that of legacy RADIAC include Net-

Readiness, incorporation of Global Positioning System data, and use of
both conventional and international system measurement units.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Materiel Solution Analysis The RDS will provide warfighters with the capability to measure alpha,
beta, gamma, neutron and low-energy X-rays.
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
SPECIFICATIONS
Engineering & Manufacturing • R equirements Basis: Capability Development Document, Jan. 2015
Development • Performance Specification: Amendment 2, dated April 27, 2015
Production & Deployment • Contract Type: Cost Plus Fixed Fee (development)/Fixed Price
Incentive (Successive Targets) (production)
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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RDS
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (RAM) Warn

PEO Missiles and Space | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (RAM) Warn provides early, localized warning • 1QFY13: Milestone C, Low-Rate Initial Production approval
Mission Command of indirect fire (IDF) threats to all Maneuver Brigade Combat Teams • 2QFY14:
(BCT). The RAM Warn program evolved from the operational success ›› Full Materiel Release
Movement and Maneuver of the Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar (C-RAM) Program and ›› Initial Operational Capability
Intelligence is a horizontal technology insertion using current C-RAM warning • 3QFY14: Full-Rate Production Decision Review
capability. Integration of RAM Warn equipment provides a warn
Fires PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
capability to BCT for detection of threat RAM rounds and transmission
Sustainment of the detection data to the command and control (C2) element for • F Y16-FY18: RAM Warn production and fielding continues
Maneuver Support correlation and determination of a predicted point of impact (POI).
and Protection Based on the POI, the C2 then determines which warning nodes should
send “incoming” warning alarms and transmits this information to the
Engagement appropriate warning nodes.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

ACQUISITION Timely warning enables those BCT personnel in the hazard area of an
LIFECYCLE PHASE inbound IDF threat to seek cover or a prone position prior to impact, thus
Materiel Solution Analysis reducing casualties for the warfighter.
Technology Maturation & SPECIFICATIONS
Risk Reduction
• E mploys the Air Defense Airspace Management (ADAM) Cell
Engineering & Manufacturing already resident in the BCT Headquarters as the C2 element
Development • Networks existing radars in the Target Acquisition Platoon of the
Production & Deployment Fires Battalion as the sense element
• Adds enhanced C2 warning devices, controllers and dedicated
Operations & Support
communications between the existing radars, the ADAM Cell and
warning systems

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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RAM Warn
None

CONTRACTORS
Northrop Grumman (Huntsville, AL)

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Route Clearance Interrogation System

(RCIS) Type I
PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Route Clearance Interrogation System (RCIS) Type I detects, interrogates • Current: Pre-Milestone B – on schedule to enter the Engineering &
Mission Command and neutralizes the full spectrum of Explosive Hazards (EH) while on Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase in FY17
the move and takes the Soldier out of the EH Kill Zone during Route
Movement and Maneuver Clearance Operations. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Intelligence • 2QFY17: Milestone B
The RCIS Type I will allow for the semi-autonomous control of a Mobile • FY17-FY19: EMD
Fires
Base Unit equipped High-Mobility Engineer Excavator (HMEE) and • 2QFY19: Low-Rate Initial Production
Sustainment its capabilities from an Operator Control Unit (OCU) inside a Mine • 2QFY21: Full-Rate Production and fielding of 266 RCIS Type I
Maneuver Support Protected Clearance Vehicle (MPCV). This capability will enable Soldiers
and Protection to interrogate, classify and excavate deep-buried explosive hazards,
improvised explosive devices and caches in a wide range of road surfaces
Engagement and soil conditions. This capability is designed to remove Soldiers, other
route clearance vehicles and equipment from the blast effects of EH.

ACQUISITION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

LIFECYCLE PHASE RCIS Type I removes Soldiers from the blast effects of EH.
Materiel Solution Analysis
SPECIFICATIONS
Technology Maturation &
• M odified HMEE base platform will:
Risk Reduction
›› Provide by-wire control of the vehicle’s automotive and
Engineering & Manufacturing interrogation functions
Development ›› Add boom arm attachments (air spade, rake and spork, and
Production & Deployment clamshell bucket) to expand RCIS Type I interrogation capabilities
›› Integration of a Semi-Autonomous Control System, consisting of
Operations & Support
wireless communications equipment, cables, brackets, cameras
and other equipment as necessary, will allow vehicle control from
an MPCV in a stand-off position
MILESTONE DECISION • MPCV platform will be enhanced to include wireless
AUTHORITY communications equipment, OCU controls, video display, head-
Defense Acquisition Executive aimed control viewer, cables, bracketry and other equipment as
necessary to control the HMEE from a stand-off position
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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RCIS Type I
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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RQ-11B Raven Small Unmanned Aircraft

System (SUAS)
PEO Aviation | Redstone Arsenal, AL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

FUNCTION The RQ-11B Raven is a Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS). The The SUAS provides the battalion-and-below ground-maneuver elements
Mission Command SUAS provides reconnaissance, surveillance, target acquisition and force with an organic, on-demand asset to develop situational awareness,
protection for the battalion commander and below during day and night enhance force protection and secure routes, points and areas. The system
Movement and Maneuver operations. The Raven and its larger SUAS counterpart, the RQ-20 provides the small unit commander a responsive tactical Reconnaissance,
Intelligence Puma, make up a formidable SUAS team. The SUAS is comprised of Surveillance and Target Acquisition capability through real-time, full-
three air vehicles, a ground control station (GCS), a remote video terminal motion video and sensor data via the hand controller.
Fires
(identical to GCS), electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) payloads,
Sustainment aircraft and GCS batteries, a field repair kit and a spares package. Normal SPECIFICATIONS
operational altitude is 500 feet or lower. The system, aircraft and ground Raven:
Maneuver Support
and Protection control station are assembled by operators in approximately five minutes. • Wingspan: 4.5 feet
Both color EO sensors and infrared IR sensors are fielded for day and • Weight: 4.2 pounds
Engagement night capabilities with each system. A hand controller displays live video • Range: 10 km
and aircraft status. • Endurance: 90 minutes at 300 feet above ground level
(AGL) or higher
ACQUISITION Mission planning is performed on the hand controller or ruggedized Puma:
LIFECYCLE PHASE laptop running Portable Flight Planning Software/Falcon View Flight • Wingspan: 9.2 feet
Materiel Solution Analysis Planning Software. Aircraft flight modes include fully autonomous • Weight: 12.9 pounds
navigation, altitude hold, loiter and return home. In-flight retasking and • Range: 10 km
Technology Maturation &
auto-loiter at sensor payload point of interest are also available. Raven • Endurance: 120 minutes at 500 feet AGL or higher
Risk Reduction
incorporates secure Global Positioning System navigation. The digital
Engineering & Manufacturing data link incorporates encryption, improves spectrum management PROGRAM STATUS
Development allowing more air vehicles to be flown in an operational area, and provides • Current: In Production and Deployment
Production & Deployment range extension via data relay between two SUAS aircraft.
PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Operations & Support
The SUAS is operated by two Soldiers and has a rucksack-portable • F
 Y16-FY17: Complete fielding of the gimbaled payload upgrade and
design. No specific military occupational specialty is required. Operator Tactical Open Government Architecture controller
training requires 10 days.
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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RQ-11B Raven
Denmark, Estonia, Lebanon and Uganda

CONTRACTORS
Aerovironment, Inc. (Simi Valley, CA)

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Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Reliable Tactical Terminal

(SMART-T)
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Reliable Tactical Terminal (SMART-T) is • F Y13-FY15: Conducted new equipment training at the fielding
Mission Command the Army’s protected satellite communications (SATCOM) system and training facility in Largo, FL
that enables commanders at brigade-and-higher levels to operate in an • 2QFY13: SMART-T participated in Air Force AEHF multiservice
Movement and Maneuver electronic warfare threat environment that includes radio frequency operational test and evaluation
Intelligence signal interference (jamming), signal detection and geographic location • 4QFY15: Completed upgrades of SMART-T terminals to
of threats. Additionally, SMART-T can survive the effects of a high- AEHF-capable
Fires
altitude electromagnetic pulse (EMP) produced by nuclear detonations,
Sustainment and can operate and survive in a biological and chemical environment. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Maneuver Support • Through FY18: Perform sustainment planning activities and
and Protection BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER task execution in preparation of transitioning SMART-T to
SMART-T provides the warfighter with worldwide protected SATCOM sustainment in FY18
Engagement capability immediately following an EMP event where other systems
may experience a high degree of degradation or complete failure. Addi-
tionally, it provides range extension to the Army’s tactical communica-
ACQUISITION tions networks.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS
• I nteroperable with advanced extremely high-frequency (AEHF)
Technology Maturation &
satellite constellation
Risk Reduction
• Enhanced system interfaces
Engineering & Manufacturing • L ow and Medium Data Rate (LDR/MDR) capability for voice and
Development data transmission
Production & Deployment • Interoperable with Milstar, Ultra High-Frequency Follow-On,
Extremely High-Frequency (EHF) Military-Standard (MIL-STD)
Operations & Support
1582D and MIL-STD 188-136 compatible payloads
• A nti-jam and anti-scintillation (nuclear environment)
communications
MILESTONE DECISION • Palletized Platform
AUTHORITY • High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle-mounted
Defense Acquisition Executive • EHF data rates
›› MDR up to 1.544 megabits per second (Mbps) (T1)
Army Acquisition Executive
›› LDR 75-2400 bits per second
Program Executive Officer • AEHF data rates up to 8.192 Mbps

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SMART-T
Canada and Netherlands

CONTRACTORS
Production and Spares: Raytheon (Largo, FL)
Engineering Support, Management: Raytheon
(Marlborough, MA)

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Small Arms – Crew Served Weapons

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION both the offense and defense by providing the unit the capability of
FUNCTION The M249 Squad Automatic Weapon is designed as the fire team laying down a heavy volume of close, accurate and continuous 40 mm
Mission Command automatic weapon providing suppressive fire at extended ranges, allowing grenade fire.
fire and movement to make contact with and destroy the enemy.
Movement and Maneuver PROGRAM STATUS
Intelligence The M240B and 240L 7.62 mm Medium Machine Guns are designed to  249:
M
provide the platoon with accurate, continuous fires to suppress the enemy • Current: In sustainment, Army Acquisition Objective (AAO) met
Fires
and allow maneuver to close with and destroy the enemy. M240B:
Sustainment • Current: Product qualification and verification activities ongoing
Maneuver Support The M2A1 with Quick Change Barrel is an enhancement to the M2 .50 for the Colt M240B Weapons
and Protection Caliber Machine Gun offering Soldiers increased performance as well as M240L:
new features and design improvements that make it easier and safer to use. • Current: Through FY15, issued 8,721 240L
Engagement The M2A1 provides a fixed headspace and timing configuration, flash M2/M2A1:
hider and removable carrying handle, which increase the performance of • A s of 1QFY16: Issued 23,354 M2A1, recovered 19,362 M2
the battle-proven M2. It mounts on the M3 tripod and on most vehicles for conversion
ACQUISITION while also serving as an anti-personnel and anti-aircraft weapon. It is MK19:
LIFECYCLE PHASE capable of single-shot and automatic fire, can defeat lightly armored • Current:
Materiel Solution Analysis vehicles and provides indirect fires from defilade position. ›› In Sustainment, AAO met
›› Supporting foreign military sales requirements
Technology Maturation &
The MK19 Grenade Machine Gun supports the Soldier by delivering
Risk Reduction
heavy, accurate and continuous firepower against enemy personnel and PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Engineering & Manufacturing lightly armored vehicles. The MK19 can be mounted on a tripod or on M249:
Development multiple vehicle platforms and is the primary suppression weapon for • Modification kit under development to enhance performance,
Production & Deployment combat support and combat service support units. reliability and durability
M240B/M240L:
Operations & Support BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • Continue fielding to National Guard and Reserve units
The M249 allows the warfighter improved weapon control, egress and • Conducting engineering study to improve barrel design to increase
maneuver in close-quarter combat due to a collapsible buttstock and a performance
MILESTONE DECISION new, short barrel. An improved bipod provides Soldiers with increased M2/M2A1:
AUTHORITY reliability and weapon accuracy. The M240L is a lightweight variant of • 4 QFY16: Anticipated award for procurement of requirements of
Defense Acquisition Executive the M240B Machine Gun and reduces the Soldier’s combat load while M2/M2A1 for all services and foreign military sales
allowing easier handling and movement. The M2A1 speeds target MK19:
Army Acquisition Executive
engagement and improves survivability and safety by reducing the time • Introducing a MOD kit which improves reliability, rate of fire, range
Program Executive Officer required to change the barrel and eliminating the timely procedure of and accuracy
setting headspace and timing. The MK19 supports the warfighter in • Will introduce improved optics and fire control system

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Small Arms-CSW
M249: Afghanistan, Iraq and Pakistan
M240B: Iraq, Afghanistan, Jordan, Morocco,
Brazil, Kenya, Tunisia, Philippines, Barbados,
Belize, Yemen and Columbia
M240L: Contracts through FN Herstal
and Belgium
M2: Afghanistan, Iraq, Jordan, Pakistan, Uganda
and Kenya
MK19: Iraq, Pakistan, Lebanon, Tunisia, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia and Mexico

CONTRACTORS
M249: Fabrique National Manufacturing, LLC (Columbia, SC)
M240B: Fabrique National Manufacturing, LLC (Columbia, SC)
Colt Defense, LLC (West Hartford, CT)
M240L: Fabrique National Manufacturing, LLC (Columbia, SC)
M2 and M2A1: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (Williston, VT; Saco, ME)
Capco (Grand Junction, CO)
MK19: General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products (Saco, ME);
Alliant Techsystems (Mesa, AZ)
M249

SPECIFICATIONS
M249 M240 M2/M2A1 MK19

Length 30.75 inches -36.25 44.5 inches 67.75 inches 43.1 inches
inches

Weight 17.95 pounds 27.3 pounds (B), 21.8 86 pounds (barrel 77.6 pounds
pounds (L), 5.5 pounds 26 pounds)
(barrel)

Caliber 5.56, maximum 7.62, maximum 12.7 mm (NATO), 40 mm, maximum

effective range 800 effective range 800 maximum effective effective range 2,212
meters (area), 600 meters (bipod), 1,800 range 1,829 meters; meters (area), 1,500
meters (point) meters (tripod) maximum range meters (point)
6,764 meters

Rate of fire 700-850 550-650 450-600 325-375

(rounds/
minute)
M2A1

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Small Arms – Individual Weapons

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION error and increases first-round hit probability. The M26 MASS enables
FUNCTION The M4/M4A1 5.56 mm Carbine is designed for lightness, speed, mobility Soldiers to transition between lethal and less-than-lethal fires and adds the
Mission Command and firepower. The weapon incorporates more than 90 improvements capability of a separate shotgun without carrying a second weapon. The
since its inception. In post-combat surveys, 94 percent of Soldiers rate the XM17, the Army’s next handgun, will be more capable than the M9 pistol
Movement and Maneuver M4 as an effective weapon system. in the areas of lethality, terminal effects, ergonomics, reliability, durability
Intelligence and maintainability.
HQDA G-3/5/7 authorized the M4A1 as the standard carbine for the Army
Fires
in 2010. In 2014, the Army decided to update its service rifle inventory PROGRAM STATUS
Sustainment from a mix of M16A2/A4 Rifles and M4 Carbines to an inventory of 5.56 M4/M4A1:
Maneuver Support mm M4A1 Carbines. • 2QFY14: Army Decision to “Pure Fleet” the M4A1
and Protection • 2QFY15: FN Manufacturing LLC deliveries commence for the Army
The M320 Grenade Launcher Module (GLM) is the replacement to all • 4QFY15: Contract Awards to FN Manufacturing LLC and Colt
Engagement M203 series of grenade launchers on M16 Rifles and M4 Carbines. A Defense (292,000 systems)
modular system, it attaches under the barrel of the rifle or carbine, and M320:
can also convert to a stand-alone weapon. The M320 GLM has an • 3QFY14-3QFY15: Heckler and Koch Defense Inc. production and
ACQUISITION integrated leaf sight and improved safety features. It also has a side-loading deliveries (12,400 systems)
LIFECYCLE PHASE unrestricted breech to allow the system to fire longer 40 mm low-velocity M26:
Materiel Solution Analysis projectiles (NATO standard and nonstandard). • 3QFY15: Final M26 delivered
XM17:
Technology Maturation &
The lightweight M26 12-Gauge Modular Accessory Shotgun System • 4QFY15: Solicitation released
Risk Reduction
(MASS) attaches to the M4 Carbine and zeroes to the host weapon. It
Engineering & Manufacturing is also designed to operate as a stand-alone system, and comes with a PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development recoil-absorbing, collapsible buttstock. The Picatinny rail mounted on top M4/M4A1:
Production & Deployment allows accessory equipment to be mounted on the shotgun. • FY16-FY17: M4-to-M4A1 field conversions continue
• 2QFY17: FN Manufacturing LLC and Colt Defense deliveries
Operations & Support
The XM17 Modular Handgun System will replace the Army’s M9 and commence
M11 pistols. The Army is taking a noncaliber-specific approach in seeking M320:
the best-value solution through full and open competition among mature • 3QFY16: Grenadier Sighting System contract award
MILESTONE DECISION nondevelopmental designs in the procurement of a new handgun. M26:
AUTHORITY • 1QFY17: New Leaf Sight incorporated to fire nonlethal extended-
Defense Acquisition Executive BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER range rounds
The M4/M4A1 Carbine enables a Soldier operating in close quarters to XM17:
Army Acquisition Executive
engage targets at extended range with accurate, lethal fire. The M320 • 2QFY16: Solicitation closes and bid sample testing commences
Program Executive Officer enables the Soldier to engage the enemy accurately in daylight or total • 3Q-4QFY16: Soldier participation (ergonomics and warfighter
darkness with a safer, more reliable grenade launcher. It reduces aiming acceptance)

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Small Arms-IW
M4/M4A1: Iraq, Afghanistan, Slovakia, Grenada
and Romania

CONTRACTORS
M4 Carbine: Colt Defense LLC.
(West Hartford, CT)
M320 Grenade Launcher Module: Heckler and
Koch Defense Inc. (Ashburn, VA)
M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System: Vertu Corp. (Warrenton, VA)

M4A1

SPECIFICATIONS

M4/M4A1 5.56 M320 M26 XM17 (Army

mm Carbine Requirements)

Length 30.57 inches 11.2 inches 16.5 inches (stand- Less than 8.7 inches;
(retracted); 33.82 (stand-alone) alone); 25 inches 7.5 inches for
inches (extended) (stand-alone) the compact

Weight 7.46 pounds (M4); 6.48 pounds (stand-alone, 5.5 pounds (stand-alone, Less than 36 ounces;
M320 7.74 pounds (M4A1) empty); 3.42 pounds empty); 3.5 pounds 34.5 ounces for
(mounted, empty) (mounted, empty) the compact

Caliber 5.56 mm 40 mm 12-gauge To be decided

Range 500 meters 550-650 25 meters 0-50 meters

point target

M26

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Small Arms – Precision Weapons

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION fire and lethality of the M24, the previous medium-caliber sniper rifle
FUNCTION The M107 Semi-Automatic Long-Range Sniper Rifle fires .50 Caliber with a 50 percent increase in range. It bridges the capability gap between
Mission Command ammunition and is capable of delivering precise, rapid fire on targets out the M110 and the M107, allowing precision engagements in daylight
to 2,000 meters, greatly exceeding the terminal effect capability of other and limited visibility, using a clip-on sniper night sight, out to 1,200
Movement and Maneuver sniper rifles in use by U.S. forces. Its primary mission is to engage and meters. The M110 SASS provides the capability for rapid and focused
Intelligence defeat materiel targets at extended ranges. engagements on several targets with multiple follow-on shots. It is the
first Army weapon system that integrates a quick attach and detach
Fires
The M2010 Enhanced Sniper Rifle is a bolt-action, magazine-fed suppressor to reduce the weapon’s firing signature. The M110 provides
Sustainment weapon system that utilizes .300 WinMag ammunition. The rifle is built the warfighter with increased lethality, situational awareness from an
Maneuver Support around a rechambered M24 Sniper Weapon System receiver. The M2010 enhanced scope, and survivability from the flash and sound suppressor.
and Protection is equipped with a fully adjustable, right-folding chassis system featuring
accessory cable routing channels and Military-Standard 1913 Picatinny PROGRAM STATUS
Engagement rails that mount a Leupold 6-20 x 50 mm variable power Day Optic  107:
M
Scope with advanced scalable H-58 ranging and targeting reticle. The • Current: Fielded to Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams; 2,681 total
M2010 is also equipped with a sound suppressor and adjustable bipod. systems in the field
ACQUISITION The shooter interface can be tailored to accommodate a wide range of M2010:
LIFECYCLE PHASE shooter preferences and its folding stock provides Soldiers flexibility in • 4QFY13: Full Material Release
Materiel Solution Analysis transporting the weapon during operations. • Current: Completed fielding; 2,083 total systems in the field
M110:
Technology Maturation &
The M110 7.62 mm Semi-Automatic Sniper System (SASS) is an anti- • Current: Completed fielding; 2,621 total systems in the field
Risk Reduction
personnel and light materiel weapon that fires 7.62 mm ammunition out
Engineering & Manufacturing to a maximum effective range of 800 meters. The M110’s Leupold Mark PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Development IV 3.5–10x scope provides both a wide field of view at low magnification M107:
Production & Deployment for close-in engagements and a narrow field of view for precision long • System in sustainment
shots at high magnification. The SASS leverages a rapid fire and rapid • Residual maintenance work order/upgrade remaining
Operations & Support M2010:
reload design, variable-power day optic sight, and 10- or 20-round
detachable magazines. • System in sustainment
• 2QFY16: Contract award for Compact Semi-Automatic Sniper
MILESTONE DECISION BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER System (CSASS)
AUTHORITY The M107 completes missions that cannot be accomplished with current • 4QFY17: Begin fielding CSASS
Defense Acquisition Executive sniper rifles. The ability to engage both personnel and light skinned M110:
vehicles at range provides Soldiers a tremendous tactical advantage. It • System in sustainment
Army Acquisition Executive
is especially valuable during military operations in urban terrain where
Program Executive Officer greater firepower and standoff ranges provide counter-sniper capability
while enhancing sniper survivability. The M2010 exceeds the rate of

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Small Arms-PW
M107: Thailand, Columbia, Kenya, Yemen,
Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, Peru, Philippines
and Chad
M110: Hungary, Senegal, Romania, Slovakia,
Chad, Cameroon, Kenya, Latvia, Tunisia, Peru,
Mexico, Iraq and Czech Republic
M2010: None

CONTRACTORS
M107: Barrett Firearms Manufacturing (Murfreesboro, TN)
XM2010: Remington Arms Co. Inc. (Illion, NY)
M110: Knight’s Armament Co (Titusville, FL)

M107

SPECIFICATIONS

M107 M2010 M110

Length 57 inches 52.2 inches 46.5 inches

Weight 30.9 pounds 18.7 pounds 17.3 pounds (with suppressor)

M2010
Caliber .50 BMG .30 .308 Win (7.62 x 51 mm NATO)
(12.7 x 99 mm NATO)

Range 2,000 meters (materiel) 1,200 meters 800 meters

1,000 meters (personnel)

M110

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Small Caliber Ammunition

PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Small Caliber Ammunition is .50 Caliber and below. Conventional Small Various specifications used are dependent on weapon platform, caliber
Caliber Ammunition in production and deployment consists of 5.56 mm, and target set and effect.
Mission Command
7.62 mm, 9 mm, 10- and 12-gauge, .22 Caliber, .30 Caliber, .38 Caliber,
Movement and Maneuver .45 Caliber, .300 WinMag and .50 Caliber. The 5.56 mm cartridge is PROGRAM STATUS
Intelligence used in the M16 Rifle, M4 Carbine and M249 Squad Automatic Weapon. • 4QFY14:
The 7.62 mm cartridge is used in the M240 Machine Gun, as well as the ›› M80A1/M62A1 Low-Rate Production Initiated
Fires
M24, M110 and M14 Enhanced Battle Rifle Sniper Rifles. The 9 mm ›› 7.62 mm M80A1 Enhanced Performance Round (EPR)/M62A1
Sustainment cartridge is fired in the M9 Pistol. The M2010 Sniper Rifle uses the .300 Fielding Approval
Maneuver Support WinMag cartridge. The M2 Machine Gun and the M107 Sniper Rifle • Current: 7.62 mm XM1158 Advanced Armor Piercing, Pre-
and Protection use .50 Caliber cartridges. The remaining Small Caliber Ammunition is Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) Materiel
used in a variety of pistols, rifles and shotguns. Development Decision (MDD) Approval
Engagement
Small Caliber Ammunition in research and development consists of PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Lightweight Case to lighten the Soldier’s load, Advanced Armor Piercing • 2
 QFY16: Second Source 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite
ACQUISITION Capabilities, Reduced Range Training Ammunition and One Way Quantity Contract Award
LIFECYCLE PHASE Luminescent Trace Ammunition. • 1QFY17:
Materiel Solution Analysis ›› 7.62 mm One Way Luminescent, Pre-EMD MDD
Three categories of Small Caliber Ammunition are currently in use. War ›› 7.62 mm XM1158 Advanced Armor Piercing, Milestone B
Technology Maturation &
Reserve Ammunition is ammunition with overmatch capability that
Risk Reduction
supports individual and crew-served weapons during combat operations.
Engineering & Manufacturing Training Standard Ammunition is dual-purpose, and can be used to
Development support both training and operational requirements. Training Unique
Production & Deployment Ammunition is designed specifically for use in training and is not for
combat use, i.e., blank, dummy-inert, Close Combat Man-Marking Kit
Operations & Support
and short-range training ammunition.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

MILESTONE DECISION Standard ammunition provides the warfighter with the necessary
AUTHORITY lethality needed to defeat the enemy.
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Small Caliber Ammunition

Afghanistan, Iraq, Jordan, Israel, Tunisia,
Australia and Greece

CONTRACTORS
Rifle, Machine Gun Ammunition: Orbital ATK
(Independence, MO)
Rifle, Machine Gun, Pistol and Shotgun
Ammunition: Olin Corp. (Oxford, MS)
Ammunition Storage Containers: BWAY Corp. (Atlanta, GA)

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Soldier Protection System (SPS)

PEO Soldier | Fort Belvoir, VA

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION protective equipment. SPS replaces the capability of multiple current
FUNCTION The Soldier Protection System (SPS) is the Army’s next generation systems to provide the Soldier with an overall 10 percent weight
Mission Command Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) system. SPS is a modular, scalable, reduction. SPS provides the Soldier with multiple levels of ballistic
tailorable system designed to defeat current threats at a reduced weight in protection tailorable to a broad range of missions. This modular, scalable
Movement and Maneuver comparison to the Army’s existing PPE. The SPS is based on the parallel approach increases Soldier survivability and mobility and contributes to
Intelligence development of five subsystems. increased force protection.
Fires
The Vital Torso Protection (VTP) includes lighter-weight Enhanced SPECIFICATIONS
Sustainment Small Arm Protective Inserts/Enhanced Side Ballistic Inserts (ESAPI/ • VTP achieves 8-14 percent weight reduction over the current plates
Maneuver Support ESBI) as well as the X Threat Small Arms Protective Inserts (XSAPI)/X ›› ESAPI and XSAPI sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL and Small Long
and Protection Threat Side Ballistic Inserts (XSBI) for deployers. ›› ESBI and XSBI sizes: 7x8 inches, 6x8 inches and 6x6 inches
›› Weight: ESAPI, 5 pounds; ESBI, 2.03 pounds; XSAPI, 5.5
Engagement The Torso and Extremity Protection (TEP) is further comprised of pounds; XSBI, 2.39 pounds
multiple components to include the Modular Scalable Vest (MSV), the • TEP achieves 26 percent weight reduction over current soft armor
Ballistic Combat Shirt (BCS), the Blast Pelvic Protector (BPP) and the vest/plate carrier
ACQUISITION Load Distribution System (LDS). ›› Number of sizes: MSV, 15; BCS, 6; BPP, 4; LDS, 5
LIFECYCLE PHASE ›› Weight (medium size): MSV, 6.19 pounds; BCS, 2.89 pounds;
Materiel Solution Analysis The Integrated Head Protection System (IHPS) will include a 5 percent- BPP, 1.68 pounds; LDS, 2.3 pounds
lighter-weight helmet system comprised of helmet/maxillofacial and
Technology Maturation & PROGRAM STATUS
passive hearing protection with increased blunt impact performance.
Risk Reduction
• 3QFY15:
Engineering & Manufacturing The Transition Combat Eye Protection (TCEP) will include ballistic ›› VTP Milestone (MS) C, entering Production
Development protective eyewear capable of transitioning from light to dark and dark ›› TEP MS C, entering Production
Production & Deployment to light in less than one second, providing a 10 percent increase in ›› Live Fire Testing
fragmentation. This capability aids Soldiers in a combat environment to ›› Initial Operational Test and Evaluation
Operations & Support
move rapidly in varying light conditions.
PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
The Integrated Soldier Sensor System (ISSS) will include a multifaceted • 4
 QFY16:
MILESTONE DECISION sensor system capable of measuring heart rate, temperature and hydration ›› Full-Rate Production Decision for VTP and TEP
AUTHORITY levels, and will include a data retrieval system. ›› Full and Open Competition Award for VTP and TEP
Defense Acquisition Executive • 1QFY17:
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER ›› IHPS MS C, entering Production
Army Acquisition Executive
SPS increases the warfighter’s lethality, mobility and modularity by ›› TCEP MS C, entering Production
Program Executive Officer optimizing Soldier protection while effectively reducing weight with • 2QFY17: ISSS MS C, entering Production
the latest technologies and managing all lifecycle aspects of personal

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SPS
None

CONTRACTORS
Engineering & Manufacturing Development
Contractors:
IHPS: Ceradyne, Inc. (Costa Mesa, CA), Gentex
Corp. (Carbondale, PA), Revision Military Ltd.
(Essex Junction, VT)
TCEP: AlphaMicron (Kent, OH)
ISSS: BAE Systems (Phoenix, AZ), Georgia Tech Research Institute (Atlanta, GA)
Low-Rate Initial Production Contractors:
VTP: BAE Systems (Phoenix, AZ), Ceradyne, Inc. (Costa Mesa, CA)
TEP:
VTP • MSV: Bethel Industries (Jersey City, NJ), Hawk Protection (Pembroke Pines, FL), KDH Defense
Systems (Eden, NC)
• BCS: Carter Enterprises, LLC (Brooklyn, NY), Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. (Pompano Beach, FL),
Short Bark Industries (SBI) (Vonore, TN)
• BPP: Bethel Industries (Jersey City, NJ), Hawk Protection (Pembroke Pines, FL), KDH Defense
Systems (Eden, NC)
• LDS: Carter Enterprises, LLC (Brooklyn, NY), Revision Military Ltd. (Essex Junction, VT)

IHPS

TEP TCEP

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Spider – Command Destruct Networked

Command Munition Dispensing Set Increment 1A
PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION control fielded Army common Anti-Personnel (AP) and Anti-Vehicle
FUNCTION M7 Spider Increment 1 is a hand-emplaced, remotely controlled, Man-in- (AV) lethal and nonlethal munitions and effects.
Mission Command the-Loop, anti-personnel munition system that is currently being fielded.
M7E1 Spider Increment 1A is being developed as a follow-on incremental SPECIFICATIONS
Movement and Maneuver development to the baseline Spider Program. Spider Increment 1A is not • L atest computer controller technology and operating system with
Intelligence a replacement for the Spider Increment 1 system. Spider Increment 1A map background and open system software architecture to support
will develop and provide an enhanced control station that will utilize the integration of future munitions
Fires
common Increment 1 munitions and accessories. Spider Increment 1A • Ability to employ fielded Army blasting-cap-initiated AP and AV
Sustainment will retain all current features of Spider Increment 1, with the addition munitions and effects
Maneuver Support of the following: • Capable of seamless interoperability with Mission Command
and Protection • New control station, which will include an enhanced • Self-destruct and self-deactivate capabilities
mapping capability • Command reset and recycle self-destruct
Engagement • Control station will be capable of seamlessly communicating the • Transfer of control
munition field status and location to the Mission Command, • Interface to Mission Command and Joint Battle Command –
provided an unclassified network is available Platform via removable media
ACQUISITION • Ability to employ legacy government off-the-shelf munitions • Command destruction
LIFECYCLE PHASE • Will be compliant with U.S. National Landmine Policy, as is • On-off-on (safe passage/maintenance)
Materiel Solution Analysis Spider Increment 1 • Multiple effects (lethal, nonlethal, demo)
• Intrusion detection
Technology Maturation &
Spider Increment 1A is a Special Interest Program with Office of the • Anti-tamper and self-protection
Risk Reduction
Secretary of Defense oversight (operational testing only). The Under • Reuse
Engineering & Manufacturing Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics memo,
Development dated January 10, 2011, directed the Army to “fully fund, develop, and PROGRAM STATUS
Production & Deployment field an alternative(s) for persistent anti-vehicle landmines as part of • 1QFY16: Functional Qualification Test
the Spider program.” Although Spider Increment 1A is an incremental
Operations & Support PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
modification to the baseline M7 Spider Increment 1 program, from a
funding perspective Spider Increment 1A was considered a new start • 2
 QFY16: System Verification Test
because the M7 Spider Increment 1 Research, Development, Test, • 2
 QFY16-3QFY16: Conduct Risk Management
MILESTONE DECISION & Evaluation funding line had closed. Spider Increment 1A is being Framework Testing
AUTHORITY developed as an evolutionary acquisition in an incremental approach. It • 3QFY16:
Defense Acquisition Executive entered the acquisition lifecycle at Milestone B. ›› Obtain Interim Authority To Test
›› Network Integration Evaluation 16.2
Army Acquisition Executive BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER • 4QFY16: Obtain Authority To Operate
Program Executive Officer Spider Increment 1A will provide the warfighter with an improved
networked munition control station, and the ability to employ and

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Spider
None

CONTRACTORS
SI1A: Northrop Grumman Corp. (Redondo
Beach, CA)
SI1: Joint Venture between Textron Defense
Systems (Wilmington, MA) and Orbital ATK
(Plymouth, MN)

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OTHER

Synthetic Training Environment (STE)

PEO Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation | Orlando, FL

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Synthetic Training Environment (STE) is designed to provide • Current: Program is in the Pre-Materiel Development Decision
Mission Command a cognitive, collective, multi-echelon training and mission rehearsal (MDD) phase
capability for the operational, institutional and self-development ›› Milestone Decision Authority and ACAT to be determined
Movement and Maneuver training domains. It brings together the virtual, constructive and at MDD
Intelligence gaming training environments into a single STE for Army Active and
Reserve Components as well as civilians. It will provide training services PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Fires
to ground, dismounted and aerial platforms and command post (CP) • 1QFY17: Pre-MDD
Sustainment points of need (PoN).
Maneuver Support
and Protection The Synthetic Training Environment will interact with and augment
live training, which is the primary training approach for the Army.
Engagement This concept will allow the Army to provide a single STE that delivers
a training service to the PoN. The capability will train all Warfighting
Functions and the human dimension across all echelons with Joint and
ACQUISITION Unified Action Partners in the context of Unified Land Operations.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Warfighters will benefit from a single STE built on One World Terrain
Technology Maturation &
concepts within a Common Operating Environment (COE).
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing SPECIFICATIONS
Development • Training and mission rehearsal capability
Production & Deployment • Interfaces with operational networks and Network-Enabled Mission
Command Initial Capability Document-defined platforms and CP
Operations & Support
• Interfaces with live training instrumentation
• Native interoperability with the COE
• STE Virtual Military Equipment leverages commercial off-the-shelf
MILESTONE DECISION (COTS) and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) hardware
AUTHORITY ›› Will provide immersive and semi-immersive training capability
Defense Acquisition Executive • STE is a software solution and will not require production line for
custom hardware
Army Acquisition Executive
›› Will instead utilize integration line to integrate COTS and
Program Executive Officer GOTS hardware

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STE
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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T-9 Medium Dozer

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The T-9/D7R dozer model is a medium drawbar, air-transportable by • T
 hrough FY15:
Mission Command C-5 and C-17, diesel-engine-driven crawler tractor with a dozer blade ›› Fielded 1,002 dozers
and optional winch (Type I) or ripper (Type II). The medium dozer is a ›› Trained 1,106 Soldiers from 166 units
Movement and Maneuver commercial vehicle with military modifications to include NATO start,
Intelligence arctic kit, rifle rack and armor C-Kit capability. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
• Through FY16: Continue fielding and training
Fires
The vehicle provides cutting, moving and finish-grading capabilities to • 4QFY16: Scheduled to complete fielding
Sustainment support various construction tasks such as building and maintaining
Maneuver Support roads, airfields and shelters.
and Protection
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engagement The T-9/D7R-II medium dozer is used to build and maintain air and
ground lines of communication such as airfields and main supply routes,
which enhances infrastructure and force protection for the warfighter.
ACQUISITION
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS
Materiel Solution Analysis •  aximum speed: 6.6 mph forward, 8.4 mph reverse
M
• 105,820 pounds drawbar pull
Technology Maturation &
• 3 forward and 3 reverse gears
Risk Reduction
• Dimensions:
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› With winch: 273 inches long, 139 inches high and 145 inches
Development wide; Weight: 62,000 pounds without armor; 66,000 pounds
Production & Deployment with armor
›› With ripper: 289 inches long, 139 inches high and 145 inches
Operations & Support
wide; Weight: 65,000 pounds without armor; 69,000 pounds
with armor

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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T-9 Medium Dozer

Uganda

CONTRACTORS
Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, IL)
BAE Systems (Cincinnati, OH)

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Tactical Electric Power (TEP)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Increased reliability (AMMPS, 750 hours mean time between
FUNCTION Tactical Electric Power (TEP) provides a standardized family of failures), maintainability and transportability via skid or
Mission Command tactical electric power sources to DoD in accordance with DoD trailer mount
Directive 4120.11, Standardization of Mobile Electric Power (MEP) • Improved sustainability; operates at rated loads in all military
Movement and Maneuver Generating Sources. environments
Intelligence • Minimized weight and size while meeting all user requirements with
The TEP program consists of a variety of generator set sizes. Small military ruggedized commercial components
Fires
Generators: 2kW Military Tactical Generators (MTG), 3kW Tactical • Reduced infrared signature and noise (AMMPS, less than 70
Sustainment Quiet Generators (TQG), Small Tactical Electric Power (STEP); decibels at 7 meters)
Maneuver Support Medium Generators: 5, 10, 15, 30 and 60kW TQGs; Advanced • Survivability in chemical, biological and nuclear environments
and Protection Medium Mobile Power Sources (AMMPS), trailer-mounted Power • Advanced Technology, including digital controls
Units and Power Plants; Large Generators: 100-200kW TQGs, Large • Standard DoD military tactical generator fleet that meets power
Engagement Advanced Mobile Power Sources (LAMPS); 840kW Deployable Power generation and conditioning standards in accordance with Military
Generation and Distribution System (DPGDS); Power Distribution: Standard 1332B, Definitions of Tactical, Prime, Precise and Utility
Power Distribution Illumination System Electrical (PDISE) and Terminologies for Classification of the DoD Mobile Electric Power
ACQUISITION Management and Distribution Control (MDC) (microgrid intelligent Engine Generator Set Family
LIFECYCLE PHASE power management and distribution). • Man-portability with 2kW MTG and 3kW TQG generators
Materiel Solution Analysis
The STEP, AMMPS and LAMPS are the third generation of mobile PROGRAM STATUS
Technology Maturation &
electric power generation systems, and will replace the TQG over time. • 1QFY13-4QFY15: Continued production and/or fielding of the
Risk Reduction
following systems: 2kW MTG, 3kW TQG, 5-, 10-, 15- and 30kW
Engineering & Manufacturing BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER AMMPS, 100kW TQG and PDISE
Development The next generation of TEP will benefit the warfighter by offering
Production & Deployment increased system efficiency, reliability, mobility and maintainability. PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Units will see a significant reduction in fuel consumption, thereby • 3QFY16: DPGDS Recapitalization contract award
Operations & Support
reducing refueling operations, which decreases the overall risk to • 4QFY16:
the warfighters. ›› AMMPS production rebuy contract award
›› STEP Milestone B, entering Engineering and Manufacturing
MILESTONE DECISION SPECIFICATIONS Development (EMD)
AUTHORITY • Maximized fuel efficiency, diesel/JP8-based and eliminates gasoline • 2QFY17: MDC Milestone B, entering EMD
Defense Acquisition Executive on battlefield • 3QFY17: LAMPS Milestone C, entering production
• A MMPS offers a fleet-weighted average of 21 percent improved fuel • FY16-17: Continue production and fielding of 3kW TQG
Army Acquisition Executive
efficiency over the medium TQGs
Program Executive Officer

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TEP
None

CONTRACTORS
3kW TQG: Fidelity Technologies
Corp. (Reading, PA)
AMMPS 5–60kW: Cummins Power
Generation (Minneapolis, MN)
LAMPS: L3 Westwood (Tulsa, OK)
DPGDS: DRS Fermont (Bridgeport, CT)
PDISE: Fidelity Technologies Corporation (Reading, PA)

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Tank Ammunition
PEO Ammunition | Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION rifled gun tube with a Muzzle Reference System and an autoloader for
FUNCTION The current 120 mm family of tactical tank ammunition consists of storage and handling of its 105 mm ammunition.
Mission Command fourth-generation kinetic energy, multipurpose and canister ammunition.
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Movement and Maneuver Kinetic Energy (KE) ammunition lethality is optimized by firing a Standard ammunition provides the warfighter with the necessary
Intelligence maximum-weight subcaliber projectile at the greatest velocity possible, lethality needed to defeat the enemy.
defeating advanced-threat armor. The M829A3 kinetic energy cartridge
Fires
provides armor-defeat capability. The M829A4, the next generation KE SPECIFICATIONS
Sustainment cartridge, is currently in production. Various specifications used depend on weapon platform, caliber, target
set and effect.
Maneuver Support
and Protection Multipurpose ammunition uses a high-explosive warhead to provide
blast, armor penetration and fragmentation effects. The Advanced Multi- PROGRAM STATUS
Engagement Purpose (AMP) cartridge, is a 120 mm high-explosive multi-purpose • Current: M829A3, M830, M830A1, M1002, M908, M1028,
munition. When fired from a platform equipped with the Ammunition M1040, M393A3, M467A1 are fielded
Data Link already being incorporated into the Abrams tank, the cartridge • F Y13:
ACQUISITION can be programmed for one of three modes, including Point Detonate, ›› M1002 in production
LIFECYCLE PHASE Point Detonate Delay, or Airburst. AMP will consolidate the capabilities ›› M865, M831A1 in recapitalization
Materiel Solution Analysis of currently fielded high-explosive munitions including the M830A1 and ›› M724A1E1 Milestone (MS) C
the M908 as well as the M1028, which is a shotgun-shell-like canister • F Y15:
Technology Maturation &
cartridge that provides the Abrams tank with effective, short-range, ›› A MP MS-B and competitive Phase 1 Engineering &
Risk Reduction
rapid, lethal fire against massed assaulting Infantry. Manufacturing Development (EMD) contract awards
Engineering & Manufacturing ›› M829A4 Type Classified – Standard (TC-STD)
Development The 120 mm family has dedicated training cartridges in production: the
Production & Deployment M865, with its reduced range, simulates KE tactical trajectory to 2,500 PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
meters; and the M1002, which simulates the M830A1 size, weight and • F
 Y16:
Operations & Support
nose switch. To support the Stryker force, the 105 mm Mobile Gun ›› M724A1E1 TC-STD, Full Materiel Release (FMR), and
System uses M1040 canister cartridges. The M1040 canister cartridge Full-Rate Production Decision Review (FRPDR)
provides rapid, lethal fire against massed assaulting Infantry at close ›› 829A4 FMR and FRPDR
MILESTONE DECISION range. The new 105 mm M724A1E1 is a reduced-range training cartridge • FY17: AMP down-select to single contractor for EMD Phase 2
AUTHORITY intended to provide the Soldier the training capability to maximize the
Defense Acquisition Executive effectiveness of the tactical 105 mm M900 KE cartridge, which provides
armor-defeat capability. The M724A1E1 is a ballistic match for the
Army Acquisition Executive
M900. The cartridge will be used in the Stryker Mobile Gun System
Program Executive Officer (MGS). The 105 mm M467A1 training cartridge is a ballistic match to
the M393A3 tactical round. The MGS employs the M68A1/A2 105 mm

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Tank Ammunition
M831A1, M865, M1028, M830A1, M908, and
KEW-A1 (Tungsten Penetrator): Iraq
KEW-A1 (Tungsten Penetrator): Kuwait

CONTRACTORS
M1002, M865, M724A1E1, AMP EMD Phase
1, and M829A4: Orbital ATK (Plymouth, MN)
M1002, M865, AMP EMD Phase 1, and
KEW-A1 (Tungsten Penetrator): General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical
Systems (St. Petersburg, FL)
M1040: L-3 Communications (Lancaster, PA)

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Test Equipment Modernization (TEMOD)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION • Future TEMOD projects: Upcoming TEMOD equipment

FUNCTION The Test Equipment Modernization (TEMOD) program replaces includes two oscilloscopes, the OS-305/U, a bench-top instrument,
Mission Command obsolete General Purpose Electronic Test Equipment with new state- and the OS-307/U a portable, hand-held instrument; the Radio
of-the-art equipment. This new equipment reduces the proliferation of Frequency Power Test Set, the TS-4548/P, for general purpose digital
Movement and Maneuver test equipment, modernizes the Army’s current existing inventory and measurement of radio frequency power; and an Optical Time Domain
Intelligence strongly supports other weapon systems. Acquisitions are commercial Reflectometer, the TS-4558/U which will include an optical power
items that have significant impact on readiness, power projection, safety meter for testing of fiber-optic cables
Fires
and training operations of the Army, Army Reserve, and National Guard.
Sustainment The TEMOD program has procured 38 products that replace more than PROGRAM STATUS
Maneuver Support 334 models. • 2QFY14: Multimeter Full-Rate Production (FRP)
and Protection • 3QFY14: Oscilloscope (bench-top) issue Letter Request For Bid
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER Samples (LRFBS); Oscilloscope (portable) issue LRFBS; Radio
Engagement TEMOD improves the readiness of Army weapon systems; minimizes Frequency Power Test Set issue LRFBS
test, measurement and diagnostic equipment proliferation and • 4QFY14: IFF Radar Test Set Mode S (Enhanced) Mode 5
obsolescence; and reduces operations and support costs. Modification Work Order (MWO) Kits FRP; Radio Test Set FRP
ACQUISITION • 1QFY15: Telecommunication System Test Set issue LRFBS
LIFECYCLE PHASE SPECIFICATIONS • 2QFY15: Oscilloscope (bench-top) Bid Sample Testing complete;
Materiel Solution Analysis Equipment includes: Oscilloscope (portable) Bid Sample Testing complete; Optical Time
• High Frequency Signal Generator (SG-1366/U): This is a signal Domain Reflectometer market research
Technology Maturation &
source to test electronic receivers and transmitters of all types • 4QFY15: Telecommunication System Test Set Bid Sample Testing
Risk Reduction
throughout the Army and provide standards to compare signals complete; Ammeter, preparing Milestone (MS) C package; Radio
Engineering & Manufacturing • Radar Test Set Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Upgrade Frequency Power Test Set Bid Sample Testing complete
Development Kit and Radar Test Set with Mode S enhanced and Mode 5
Production & Deployment cryptography (TS-4530A/UPM): Personnel use this equipment to PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
perform pre-flight checks on aviation and missile transponders and • 2QFY16: Ammeter MS C and Contract Award; Radio Frequency
Operations & Support
interrogators to alleviate potential fratricide concerns Power Test Set MS C and Contract Award
• Multimeter (AN/GSM-437): The multimeter enables quick, reliable • 3QFY16: Oscilloscope (bench-top) MS C and Contract Award;
troubleshooting that positively affects operational availability Oscilloscope (portable) MS C and Contract Award; Ammeter Low-
MILESTONE DECISION • Radio Test Set (AN/PRM-36): This set diagnoses the condition of Rate Initial Production (LRIP); Telecommunications System Test
AUTHORITY various radios in the field Set MS C; Optical Time Domain Reflectometer issue LRFBS
Defense Acquisition Executive • A mmeter (ME-572/U): The ammeter measures and displays • 4QFY16: Telecommunications System Test Set Contract Award;
alternating and direct current without interrupting the Oscilloscope (bench-top) LRIP; Oscilloscope (portable) LRIP; Radio
Army Acquisition Executive
measured circuit Frequency Power Test Set LRIP
Program Executive Officer • Telecommunication System Test Set (TS-4544/U): This set • 1QFY17: Radio Test Set fielding complete; Multimeter contract
measures and displays information related to digital transmissions end; Telecommunication System Test Set LRIP

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TEMOD
IFF Radar Test Set Mode S (Enhanced)
Mode 5: Azerbaijan, Greece, Hungary, Kuwait,
Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Saudi Arabia,
Singapore and United Kingdom

CONTRACTORS
High Frequency Signal Generator: Keysight
Technologies (Englewood, CO)
IFF Radar Test Set Mode S (Enhanced) Mode 5: Tel-Instrument Electronics Corp. (East
Rutherford, NJ)
Multimeter: Fluke Corporation (Everett, WA)
Radio Test Set: DRS Technologies (St. Louis, MO)
Ammeter: TBD
Telecommunication System Test Set: TBD
Oscilloscope (bench-top): TBD
Oscilloscope (portable): TBD
Radio Frequency Power Test Set: TBD
Optical Time Domain Reflectometer: TBD

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Transportable Tactical Command Communications

(T2C2)
PEO Command, Control and Communications – Tactical | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

FUNCTION Transportable Tactical Command Communications (T2C2) provides T2C2 Lite (V1):
Mission Command satellite capability to small detachments and teams operating in remote • Man-portable (carried by one Soldier)
locations without network infrastructure. The man-portable T2C2 Lite • Sets up rapidly; can be on the air in less than 10 minutes
Movement and Maneuver version can be rapidly set up and provides satellite capability to small • Will support military Ka and X bands and commercial Ku band
Intelligence detachments and teams operating in these remote locations. The heavy capability for integration into WIN-T tactical network
version of T2C2 provides a high-bandwidth tactical network extension T2C2 Heavy (V2):
Fires
for small companies and small forward operating bases working beyond- • Will leverage capabilities based on SNAP terminal solution
Sustainment line-of-sight from their higher headquarters. • Will support company-sized elements and small forward
Maneuver Support operating bases
and Protection Many systems with capabilities similar to T2C2 have been fielded over • V2 will support military Ka and X bands and commercial Ku band
the years to address operational needs, however T2C2 product selection for integration into WIN-T tactical network
Engagement is not expected until 2QFY16. Reset and upgraded Secure Internet
Protocol Router Network/Non-secure Internet Protocol Router Network PROGRAM STATUS
(SIPRNet/NIPRNet) Access Points (SNAP) and even smaller suitcase- • 1QFY16: Milestone C Decision
ACQUISITION sized Global Rapid Response Information Packages, which reduce size,
LIFECYCLE PHASE weight and power and increase bandwidth, are being used as bridging PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Materiel Solution Analysis capabilities until the respective heavy and light versions of the T2C2 • 2QFY16: Product Selection
program are ready to begin fielding. • FY16-FY17: Initial Fielding
Technology Maturation &
Risk Reduction
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
Engineering & Manufacturing T2C2 enables the warfighter to securely relay classified and time-sensitive
Development information, increasing the situational awareness for the entire operation.
Production & Deployment
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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T2C2
None

CONTRACTORS
TBD

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ACAT III

Unified Command Suite (UCS)

JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Unified Command Suite (UCS) vehicle is a self-contained, stand- • Current:
Mission Command alone, C-130-air-mobile communications platform that provides both ›› Modernization of communication-on-the-move system, radio
voice and data communications capabilities to civil support team cross-banding system and secondary reachback system
Movement and Maneuver (CST) commanders. ›› Platform integration and modernization
Intelligence
The UCS consists of a combination of commercial and existing PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Fires
government off-the-shelf communications equipment (both secure and • Current: Production and deployment
Sustainment nonsecure data) to provide the full range of communications necessary
Maneuver Support to support the CST mission. It is the primary means of reachback
and Protection communications for the Analytical Laboratory System and acts as a
command-and-control hub to deliver a common operational picture for
Engagement planning and fulfilling an incident response.

BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER

ACQUISITION UCS gives the warfighter communications interoperability with federal,
LIFECYCLE PHASE state, local and military emergency response elements at an incident scene.
Materiel Solution Analysis It also provides reachback capability, which allows incident commanders
the ability to assess an incident scene, advise responders and facilitate
Technology Maturation &
access to DoD information.
Risk Reduction
Engineering & Manufacturing SPECIFICATIONS
Development • D igital voice and data over satellite network
Production & Deployment • Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET) and Non-
Secure (NIPRNET)
Operations & Support
• Radio remote and intercom with cross-banding
• Over-the-horizon communication interoperable interface with state
emergency management and other military units
MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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UCS
None

CONTRACTORS
UCS Vehicle: Wolf Coach, Inc., an L-3
Communications Co. (Auburn, MA)
UCS Communications System Integrator: Naval
Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (Patuxent
River, MD)

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Unit Water Pod System (Camel II)

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support | Detroit Arsenal, MI

WARFIGHTING DESCRIPTION PROGRAM STATUS

FUNCTION The Unit Water Pod System (Camel II) is the Army’s primary water • 2QFY15: Full Materiel Release
Mission Command distribution system. Camel II replaces the M107, M149 and M1112
series water trailers. It consists of an 800- to 900-gallon-capacity baffled PROJECTED ACTIVITIES
Movement and Maneuver water tank with integrated freeze protection and all hoses and fittings • 3QFY16: Contract award of remaining 161 systems
Intelligence necessary to dispense water by gravity flow.
Fires
The system provides a one-day supply of potable water for drinking and
Sustainment other purposes. If the unit has another source of drinking water, such as
Maneuver Support bottled water, then the Camel II can provide two days of potable water
and Protection for other purposes. The system also contains six positions for filling
canteens and five-gallon water cans.
Engagement
BENEFIT TO THE WARFIGHTER
The Camel II receives, stores and dispenses potable water to warfighter
ACQUISITION units at all echelons throughout the battlefield.
LIFECYCLE PHASE
Materiel Solution Analysis SPECIFICATIONS
• M ounts on an M1095 trailer, allowing for better on- and
Technology Maturation &
off-road transportability by utilizing the family of medium
Risk Reduction
tactical vehicle trucks
Engineering & Manufacturing • Provides one-day supply of potable water
Development • Provides two-day supply for purposes other than drinking
Production & Deployment • Operational from minus 25 degrees to more than 120
degrees Fahrenheit
Operations & Support

MILESTONE DECISION
AUTHORITY
Defense Acquisition Executive
Army Acquisition Executive
Program Executive Officer

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Camel II
None

CONTRACTORS
Choctaw Manufacturing Defense Contractors
(McCalester, OK)

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T
he Army Science and Technology (S&T) mission is to identify, • The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army
develop and demonstrate technology options that inform and Forces Strategic Command’s Space and Missile Defense Command
The Army is enable effective and affordable capabilities for the Soldier. The Technical Center (SMDC-TC)
committed to Army S&T program balances investments between “revolutionary” • HQDA G-1’s U.S. Army Research Institute (ARI) for Behavioral
and “evolutionary” research to improve the performance of existing and Social Sciences
ensuring that its warfighting systems and provide new capabilities. The Army S&T
Soldiers remain the program is guided by and aligned to higher level Army, DoD and In 2015, the Army S&T Enterprise included civilian manpower totaling
National strategies and policies. The program is informed by current about 17,000, with approximately 11,000 scientists and engineers in 16
most capable in and emerging threats. In addition, the Army identified enduring laboratories and engineering centers. These include seven AMC/
the world. capability challenges necessary to conduct future operations to frame RDECOM organizations (six Research, Development and Engineering
Army modernization and prevent, shape and win conflicts. The Centers (RDECs) and the U.S. Army Research Laboratory), six MRMC
enduring capability challenges align to the U.S. Army Training and laboratories, ARI, SMDC-TC and ERDC at seven laboratories.
Doctrine Command’s (TRADOC) Army Warfighting Challenges and
are subsequently matched to TRADOC Capability Needs Analysis
gaps, which provide a focus for Army S&T investment. The Army is
committed to ensuring that its Soldiers remain the most capable in the
world. Consistent with this commitment is the Army’s S&T vision to
provide Soldiers with the technology to win.

The Army S&T Enterprise is comprised of the Office of the

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Research and Technology
(ODASA(R&T)) and the five S&T executing commands/agencies.
They are responsible for technical leadership, scientific advancement
and support for the acquisition process. On behalf of the Assistant
Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics and Technology), the
ODASA(R&T) is responsible for civilian oversight and governance of
the Army S&T Enterprise relating to budget and policy matters. The
five S&T executing commands and agencies are:

• The U.S. Army Materiel Command’s (AMC) Research, Army S&T Commands, Laboratories and RDECs in the United States
Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM)
• The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Engineer Research and The Army S&T program is executed through a variety of funding
Development Center (ERDC) strategies, mechanisms and partnerships. The majority (64 percent)
• The U.S. Army Medical Command’s Medical Research and Materiel of the Army’s basic research Budget Activity (BA) 1 is conducted
Command (MRMC) externally through grants to universities and contracts with industry.

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Broad Overview of Army S&T Investments (FY15) Programming, Budgeting and Execution process inputs and other
oversight actions specific to that portfolio. The Army S&T Portfolios
Army scientists working at Army S&T laboratories and centers conduct address challenges across six Army wide capability areas: Ground
the remaining basic research. Army scientists and engineers conduct Maneuver, Soldier/Squad, Air, Command, Control, Communications
approximately half (54 percent) of the Army’s applied research (BA2), and Intelligence (C3I), Lethality and Medical portfolios. There are also
with the remaining contracted to industry and other organizations two S&T enabling portfolios: Innovation Enablers and Basic Research.
and government agencies. A majority (60 percent) of the advanced
technology development (BA3) program is contracted to industry, with
the remaining portion performed within Army and other government
laboratories and centers. The figure above shows the split of in-house
versus external work for Fiscal Year (FY) 2015, by budget activity.

Army S&T is responsible for some advanced component development

and rapid prototyping (BA4) and operational system development
efforts, including Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) (BA7). BA4
and BA7 resources support technology maturation and technology
manufacturing efforts across S&T portfolios and help enable the
transition of new and affordable capabilities to Army acquisition
programs and ultimately to the field. The Army S&T Enterprise
also executes Research and Development funding allocated to Small
Business Innovation Research programs for the Army and DoD.

For coordination and oversight across the Army S&T Enterprise, the
ODASA(R&T) organizes the S&T budget and programs into eight Army S&T Enterprise Program Funding Percentage Breakdown
S&T Portfolios. Each portfolio is overseen by a portfolio director by Portfolio
within the ODASA(R&T) who coordinates the Planning,

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Army S&T investment portfolios support Army modernization goals

to develop and field affordable equipment in a rapidly changing
technological and economic environment. The S&T Enterprise addresses
this need by fostering technology invention, innovation, demonstration
and maturation for the current and future fight.

GROUND MANEUVER S&T PORTFOLIO

The Ground Maneuver S&T Portfolio supports BA2 and BA3 research,
development and demonstration of technologies to ensure Army
freedom of maneuver. The Ground Maneuver S&T Portfolio focuses on The Combat Vehicle Prototyping (CVP) Program matures tech-
technologies to provide survivability for combat and tactical vehicles and nologies to address technical and integration challenges facing the
bases, power and mobility for ground vehicles, technology to support ground combat fleet in the areas of mobility, survivability, lethality and
debarkation and embarkation of U.S. Forces and countermobility/ vehicle architecture. The CVP focuses on maturation and demonstration
counter improvised explosive device technologies to ensure freedom of technologies such as engines, transmissions, integrated starter
of maneuver. The Ground Maneuver S&T Portfolio’s vision is to generators, ballistic protection, blast mitigation, advanced material
maintain U.S. overmatch in military vehicles for offensive and defensive technologies, lethality subsystems and advanced fire controls. The
capabilities. This portfolio also manages ground maneuver related goal is to deliver a portfolio of mature technologies and subsystems by
projects from the BA4 Technology Maturation Initiative (TMI) and FY19. This effort informs the requirements for future fighting vehicles,
BA7 ManTech S&T programs. identifies insertion opportunities for the legacy ground platform fleet
and drives down future Program of Record (PoR) and Engineering
The Ground Maneuver S&T investment strategy has subportfolios, Change Proposal risk.
including survivability for ground vehicles, survivability for protective
structures, ground vehicle platforms, assured mobility/countermobility The Modular Active Protection System (MAPS) Program is deve-
and ground vehicle robotics. Industry is a key partner to ensure the loping technologies to increase vehicle survivability and protection
success of this portfolio by developing technologies to enable future and against current and emerging advanced threats. MAPS is focused on
modernized ground vehicles for the Army. Industry participates in a developing and demonstrating active protection, using a modular
range of S&T efforts that help shape that future, from vehicle concepts framework (A-Kit) that will facilitate commonality across the Army’s
to developing standards, such as Vehicular Integration for Command, ground vehicle fleets but with sensor and countermeasure sets (B-Kit)
Control, Computers, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and tailored to each vehicle’s assigned threats. The modular approach will
Reconnaissance/Electronic Warfare (C4ISR/EW) Interoperability help alleviate integration issues and costs across the military vehicle
and Active Protection Systems (APS). Two of the Ground Maneuver fleets and be upgradable as new APS components and threats emerge.
Portfolio’s major strategic efforts were initiated in FY15. The effort’s overall goal is to demonstrate component capability and
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 The Soldier/Squad S&T Portfolio investment strategy is comprised of
subportfolios, including personnel, tactical training, Soldier systems
integration, situational awareness, survivability and sustainment.

One important initiative, the development of a Soldier Systems

Engineering Architecture, is underway. This initiative is designed to
make major inroads into our efforts to lighten the Soldier’s load. This
architecture, developed in concert with our acquisition and requirements
community, is an analytical decision-based model where changes in
Soldier system inputs (loads, technology/equipment, physiological and
cognitive state, stress levels, training, etc.) may be assessed to predict
changes in Soldier performance in operationally relevant environments.
APS on Army platforms across the ground vehicle fleet. This effort will By using a systems engineering approach, the model will result in a full
demonstrate a MAPS compliant soft-kill capability in FY17 and a hard- system-level analysis capable of predicting impacts of both materiel and
kill capability in FY19. nonmateriel solutions on fully equipped Soldiers performing operational
missions or tasks.
SOLDIER/SQUAD S&T PORTFOLIO
The Soldier/Squad S&T Portfolio supports BA2 and BA3 research,
development and demonstration of technologies in lightweight,
energy efficient, human centric systems and equipment, training
technologies, training methods and personnel measures, all of which
enable, protect and sustain dismounted Soldiers and Squads. Using
both systems engineering and human science research, this portfolio
influences many aspects of Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel,
Leadership, Personnel, Facilities and Policy to satisfy capabilities gaps.
The technologies protect, sustain and enable Soldiers operating within
Squads who execute a variety of missions while deployed and at home
stations. Geopolitical drivers include drawdown of deployed Soldiers
abroad, requiring increased training at home station, reduction in the
total force requiring greater innovative manpower efficiencies and
growing complexity in the mission. These drivers require optimization of The Force Protection Soldier & Small Unit (FPS&SU) Program
human capital and enabling technologies. Small, niche companies make seeks to make significant improvements in Soldier and Small Unit
up the research industrial base supporting this portfolio, and the Army Protection. The spectrum of threats encountered by Soldiers in small
S&T community accomplishes much of the technology integration. units is varied and complex with current equipment, clothing and other
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significant mobility challenges. The FPS&SU program, created to Because operations in Degraded
address these mobility shortfalls, has been organized into four thrust Visual Environments (DVE)
areas: human performance, ballistics and blast protection, integrated are the leading contributor to
protection (protective clothing and concealment tools) and squad rotorcraft accidents and reduced
protection. Technologies within these four thrust areas provide an operational effectiveness, the Air
integrated solution, improving protection technologies and methods S&T Portfolio has the Degraded
while reducing the cognitive and physical burden on the Soldier. Visual Environment Mitigation
(DVE-M) program. The DVE-M
AIR S&T PORTFOLIO Program seeks to combine multispectral sensor systems (sensors that cover
The Air S&T Portfolio supports BA2 and BA3 research, development a wide spectrum from Ultra-Violet to InfraRed to Radio Frequencies
and demonstration of technologies for aviation systems to provide game- (RF)), modernized flight control laws (algorithms that manage handling
changing survivability, lethality, range, payloads and speed for the Army qualities of the aircraft), advanced cueing to enable pilotage in all DVEs
and DoD. The Air Portfolio’s goals include longer persistence, improved and weather conditions and 360-degree situational awareness to aid
payloads, increased speed, combat overmatch and battlefield dominance pilot decision making. Flight trials to demonstrate the technology are
with overall lower cost of ownership. scheduled for FY16 and FY17. Knowledge developed during the DVE-M
program is intended to inform leadership on improvements to platform
The Air S&T investment strategy is divided into seven subportfolios: survivability and specific implementation decisions.
platform design and structures, engine and drives technology, aircraft
and occupant survivability, maintainability and sustainability, rotors COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS AND
and vehicle management, aircraft weapon and sensors, and unmanned INTELLIGENCE S&T PORTFOLIO
and optionally manned systems. Over 50 percent of the funding for the The C3I S&T Portfolio provides oversight of BA2 and BA3 research,
Air portfolio is dedicated to two major strategic efforts. development and demonstration efforts that provide information and
analysis for commanders’ decisions and responsive capabilities for the
The Joint Multi-Role Technology Demonstrator (JMR TD) S&T future in congested electro-magnetic environments. These capabilities
program is aligned with the Joint/DoD Future Vertical Lift (FVL) are supported by sustained efforts in sensors, communications,
effort. The JMR TD S&T effort is exploring rotor systems, drives, defensive and offensive cyber, EW, intelligence, mission command and
propulsion systems, structures, platform configurations, mission information fusion in dynamic, congested and austere (disconnected,
systems architectures and other associated technologies to support the intermittent and limited) environments.
FVL strategy.
Areas of emphasis in the C3I portfolio include efforts in RF, hardware
In early FY15, two JMR TD competitors were selected to complete and software convergence, Positioning, Navigation and Timing
their flight demonstrator designs with the goal of executing flight tests (PNT), and technology red teaming and vulnerability analysis. The
starting in FY17. These flight tests will demonstrate critical technologies Army continues to investigate and improve electronic warfare to
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 and characterization techniques, tactics and technologies to mitigate the chassis. This reduces size, weight and power requirements, enables
the effects of contested environments (such as jamming) on Army interoperability and enables easy upgrades based on technology refresh
In FY17, S&T will C4ISR systems. or threat for specific mission applications.

integrate software Army S&T is developing Assured PNT (A-PNT) technologies to The Cyber S&T efforts are aligned
into the Army provide dismounted and mounted Soldiers the capability to attain to operational gaps identified
trusted PNT information while operating in conditions that impede or in the cyber capability based
Brigade network deny access to the Global Positioning System (GPS). These technologies assessment, TRADOC emerging
providing holistic include GPS antennas for mounted platforms and dismounted Soldiers, doctrine and requirements
and pseudolite transceivers as an alternative source of GPS-like signals. and the Army Cyber Materiel
cyber situational In FY17, Army S&T will transition A-PNT solutions for mounted Development Strategy. Near-
awareness... and dismounted applications to the Army’s A-PNT PoR. Mounted term defensive efforts focus on protection technologies that enhance
and dismounted efforts are structured to provide a hub capability that resiliency, trust and agility of tactical networks and information as
delivers a position and timing signal to all vehicle or Soldier systems that well as addressing top-tier threat actors. Near-term offensive efforts
require PNT. focus on technologies that provide robust and scalable architectures
and cyber geolocation. In FY17, S&T will integrate software into the
Army Brigade network providing holistic cyber situational awareness for
assurance teams to assess the cyber battle space, detect/defend against
known cyber weapons and enable network adaptation.

LETHALITY S&T PORTFOLIO

The Lethality S&T Portfolio supports BA2 and BA3 research,
development and demonstration of offensive and defensive overmatch
technologies for Army weapons. Ongoing efforts are focused on
affordability, increasing range and precision, and improving the breadth
of effects available to the Army. The Lethality S&T Portfolio is divided
into air and missile defense, fire support, close combat, Soldier weapons,
directed energy and weapon enablers subportfolios. Key enabling
technology areas include: energetic materials, warheads and scalable
effects, guidance and controls, rocket and gun propulsion, fuses and
seekers. For directed energy, enabling technologies for both high-energy
The RF Hardware/Software Convergence effort is integrating multiple laser and high-power microwave technologies are being investigated.
RF functions, such as communications, electronic warfare, PNT and
signals intelligence into a common chassis with architecture standards
and a common backplane. RF functions are built into cards that fit into

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Achieving tactical overmatch includes providing the Army with the whole system, looking to provide incremental improvements in the near
capability for long-range fires and air and missile defense technologies to term by reducing barrel weight and increasing its length, along with other
enable Army operations, especially in an Anti-Access/Area-Denial (A2/ weapon system improvements. In the longer term, Army S&T is looking
AD) environment, providing greater force protection and reducing life- at novel propellants, lightweight barrel materials and ammunition
cycle costs. Current programs are enhancing Army capabilities. improvements to achieve a leap-ahead, long-range capability.

The High Energy Laser (HEL) Tactical Vehicle Demonstrator will The Lethality Portfolio is also investing on technologies to increase the
demonstrate a mobile HEL integrated onto a Family of Medium Tactical overmatch of Soldier Weapons. The key S&T technology areas are
Vehicle to defeat rocket, artillery and mortar, unmanned aerial vehicles, focused on reducing weapon weight while improving accuracy, lethality,
and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance threats. This effort capability and effective ranges to stay ahead of future threats and defeat
supports the Indirect Fire Protection Capability PoR with the plan to targets in defilade.
transition a 100 kW laser system with precision targeting and tracking
in degraded atmospheric conditions by FY22.

The Long-Range Fires for Artillery and Rockets program will enhance
the Army’s posture for A2/AD environments. The Lethality S&T
Portfolio is developing long-range fires for both rockets and artillery
technologies. For rockets, S&T is focusing on dual-pulse solid rocket
motor propulsion to provide longer range rockets, maintaining precision
in GPS-denied environments and providing both area and point lethal
effects from a single warhead. For artillery, Army S&T is focused on the

To support these capabilities, the Army is conducting research on new

energetic materials, called Disruptive Energetics, and is working
toward both propulsive and explosive applications. These materials
have significantly higher energetic yield than current materials and will
increase the effectiveness and reduce the size of Army systems. This
effort’s goal is to increase the energy density of energetic materials by a
factor of 3 to 10, which could revolutionize weapon systems.

MEDICAL S&T PORTFOLIO

The Medical S&T Portfolio supports BA2 and BA3 research,
development and demonstration technologies regarding the wellness
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address multiple threats to our Soldiers’ health and readiness. The Health and Resilience and
Medical S&T Portfolio’s mission is to develop capabilities that ensure Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
forces sustain optimal health, are protected from disease and injury, and research efforts support laboratory
receive optimal care in the event of injury or illness. validation studies and field
demonstrations of biomedical
The Medical S&T Portfolio investment strategy covers subportfolios products designed to counteract
that include clinical and rehabilitative medicine, combat casualty myriad environmental and
care, military infectious disease, military operational medicine and physiological stressors and materiel
systems biology. The Medical S&T Portfolio is focused on materiel and hazards Soldiers encounter in training and operational environments.
knowledge-based medical solutions including the delivery of improved The resulting biomedical capabilities are focused on protecting,
combat casualty care, enhanced survivability, reduced impact due to sustaining and enhancing Soldiers’ cognitive, physiological, physical
injury and optimized downrange medical footprint. The portfolio also and social performance. Key efforts are providing capability solutions in
is seeking ways to enhance recovery, rehabilitation and reintegration of the form of technologies and tools that enhance warfighter survivability,
our Wounded Warriors in terms of duty, performance and quality of life. assessment and prediction of injuries, assessments for postconcussive
syndrome, and enhancing performance during continuous operations.
The portfolio is also developing capability options to improve diagnosis, Physiological health and environmental protection, injury prevention
prevention and treatment of diseases with major impact on mission and reduction and psychological health and resilience are the three main
effectiveness and will enhance physiological performance in a variety thrust areas.
of mission settings through solutions focused on maintaining, restoring
and improving warfighter health and readiness, injury prevention and The Army’s Infectious Diseases
reduction, environmental health and protection, and psychological (Drugs and Vaccines) efforts will
health and resilience. The Medical S&T Portfolio is preserving combat mature and demonstrate medical
effectiveness and survivability through medical countermeasures to countermeasures, such as drugs
chemical and biological threats and clinical diagnostic capabilities. and vaccines, and diagnostic
tools for wound infections and
Industry partners are an integral part of medical capability development militarily important naturally
and fielding. Army medical S&T labs collaborate with university occurring infectious diseases
and industrial partners to develop diagnostic tools and medical yielding capabilities approved by
countermeasures (vaccines, therapeutics), in addition to capitalizing on the Food and Drug Administration. Research priorities are identified
the industrial base for use of diagnostic equipment supporting both the by worldwide medical surveillance and military threat analysis. These
continental U.S. and deployed medical functions. S&T efforts also support testing of personal protective measures such
as repellents and insecticides regulated by the Environmental Protection
Agency. The portfolio also develops and evaluates vaccine candidates to
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causes of diarrhea (E. coli, Campylobacter and Shigella), Hemorrhagic • N ew methods to control life-threatening bleeding from areas of the
Fever with Renal Syndrome and other hantavirus diseases, like those body where tourniquets may not be used effectively, such as within
transmitted by contact with rodents and naturally found throughout the chest and abdomen, and from injuries to the armpit or groin.
The S&T portfolio Asia and Europe. • Improved blood platelet, an important factor required for blood
is an essential clotting, storage technologies suitable for far-forward use.
Our Combat Casualty Care efforts mature, demonstrate and validate
enabler to critical promising medical technologies and methods, including control of Efforts in Clinical Rehabilitative Medicine support validation
requirements for severe bleeding, treatment for TBI, revival and stabilization of trauma studies on safety and effectiveness of drugs, biologics (medical
patients, acute treatment of extremity (arms and legs) and facial injuries, products derived from living organisms), medical devices and medical
sustainable training treatment of severe burn wounds, treatment of single and multiple organ procedures intended to minimize long-term effects from battlefield
and operations. failures due to trauma and predictive indicators and decision aids for life injuries. Clinical Rehabilitative Medicine focuses on the execution of
support systems, including: advanced technology development and clinical studies for treatment of
ocular and visual system traumatic injury, and conducts regenerative
medicine clinical studies enabling restoration of function and
appearance by regenerating skin, muscle, nerve, vascular, bone and soft
tissue (including genitals and abdomen) in battle-injured casualties.
Areas of interest for regenerative medicine include healing without
scarring, repair of compartment syndrome (muscle and nerve damage
following reduced blood flow caused by swelling), replacement skin and
facial reconstruction.

INNOVATION ENABLERS S&T PORTFOLIO

The Innovation Enablers S&T Portfolio includes activities that
indirectly support PoRs and enable the Army to be successful. Within
this portfolio we conduct research to minimize chemical and material
environmental impacts, ensure the long-term viability of sustainable
training infrastructure and contingency bases, and provide High
• P reclinical studies on contributions of the immune system Performance Computing Centers that conduct highly complex research
and blood products to the body’s ability to properly clot blood and system design. This portfolio is an essential enabler to critical
following trauma. requirements for sustainable training and operations.
• Advanced patient monitoring technologies that rapidly and
accurately detect early-onset of blood loss, continuously The S&T Innovation Enablers investment strategy includes the following
estimate blood loss volume and predict patient’s risk for subportfolios: ManTech; TMI; Environmental Quality Technology;
cardiovascular collapse. and the High Performance Computing and Modernization Program.

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The Army ManTech Program provides affordable and timely PNT signals for all Soldier equipment. Finally, anti-jam antennas that
manufacturing solutions that address the Army’s highest priority enable GPS signal acquisition and tracking in degraded or denied
needs. It accomplishes this through technology developments and environments are being investigated.
demonstrations that value the most effective, efficient and adaptable
advanced manufacturing processes, procedures and standards. The These PNT efforts leverage traditional S&T and TMI investments
program encourages strong internal and external partnerships across the and have a direct tie into the A-PNT PoR. By further developing these
manufacturing technologies community. technologies to a relatively high-maturity level, we are driving down the
PoR’s technical risk, accelerating capability and ensuring that our troops
In a time of decreased modernization funds, it is incumbent upon can operate in a contested environment.
the S&T Enterprise to drive down the technical risks associated
with developing new capabilities. The Technology Maturation The High Performance Computing Modernization Program provides
Initiative drives down technical risk, informs future requirements supercomputing resources to DoD scientists and engineers to conduct
and provides affordable capabilities for the Army of the future. The advanced research and design by demonstrating and maturing the most
Army TMI is a strategic partnership between the S&T Enterprise and advanced, leading-edge computational architectures and exploiting
acquisition community established to enable the transition of priority these systems with complementary specialized expertise. The program
technologies at reduced cost and risk. This is done by partnering with is maturing the Defense Research and Engineering Network, a leading-
acquisition program offices to further mature, prototype and validate edge digital network that securely delivers computational capabilities
emerging technologies beyond technology readiness levels typical of to the distributed DoD Research, Development, Test and Evaluation
S&T products. (RDT&E) community. The program leverages specialized expertise
from DoD, other Federal departments, industry and academia to
A current priority under TMI is the set of efforts focused on driving demonstrate leading-edge software application codes. These synergistic
down cost and technical risk for technologies that provide dismounted activities collectively demonstrate
and mounted Soldiers with trusted PNT information, while operating in horizontal technologies that
conditions that impede or deny access to the GPS. The S&T Enterprise are exploited throughout the
is addressing risk in four thrust areas. The first is pseudolites (pseudo- DoD RDT&E community to
satellites) that augment or replace military GPS signals by developing ensure DoD maintains the most
a terrestrial/aerial based GPS-like signal, enabling signal acquisition/ advanced research ecosystem
tracking, navigation and timing in degraded or denied environments. in the areas of computationally
The second is a PNT hub for vehicular applications that develops a intensive modelling and design.
robust system to support all PNT needs on the platform and maintains
PNT capability during operations in GPS-denied environments. Third, The Engineered Resilient Systems Program applies high-performance
the S&T Enterprises are developing a PNT hub for dismounted Soldiers modeling and simulation tools from concept generation through
systems that has low size, weight and power and can provide assured tradespace analysis to virtual prototyping and testing to increase
affordability, adaptability and effectiveness of acquisition processes.

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The Environmental Quality Technology focus area investigates and technology bottlenecks, and Army researchers keep the program focused
evaluates enabling tools and methods that support the sustainment of on solving complex Army technical problems. Major strategic efforts for
Army training and testing activities. A specific focus is maintaining basic research and their associated collaborative alliances are below.
regulatory compliance while limiting future Army liability in operations
and training. Environmental effects of new materials (such as nano- By using Multiscale Modeling of Materials, fundamental materials
materials) developed by the Army are investigated to mitigate threats science research will reduce the time from materials-based discovery
to the environment. The goal of the Environmental Quality and to capability delivery by half and the cost to a fraction of what it is
Technology focus area is to develop the understanding required to limit today. The new paradigm is to manipulate matter at any scale, at the
environmental impacts of Army operations and training. atomic level if necessary, to create the required properties for a range of
material classes (structural, electronic, energetic, etc.) The result will be
BASIC RESEARCH S&T PORTFOLIO a materials-by-design capability for ballistic protection, energetic and
The Basic Research (BA1) S&T Portfolio is the Army’s primary driver electronic materials built using a multiscale approach, heavily leveraging
to enabling leap-ahead technologies that will enhance Soldier capability computational materials science.
and increase Soldier protection. It is focused on discovering and
understanding of fundamental science through Army-led investigations Research into Intelligent Systems will discover, develop and enable
and by assessing break-through innovations to improve overall scientific robotic devices and systems with highly sophisticated sense, response
knowledge. It is the critical hedge for acquiring new knowledge in areas and processing systems approaching that of biological systems. We are
that hold great promise in advancing new and technically challenging developing truly intelligent systems with a high degree of autonomous
Army capabilities and concepts. Basic research investment generates new capability. This research endeavors to develop autonomous systems
knowledge for the Army to address diverse, rapidly evolving threats, that can act appropriately in uncertain environments and team with
while simultaneously attracting the country’s most talented and gifted Soldiers. This includes autonomous navigation and exploration in static
scientists and engineers to the future workforce. and dynamic urban and complex environments, logical understanding
of actions taken by other autonomous agents or humans, and creative,
The basic research strategy includes investing in Army labs and adaptable intelligent architectures that expand capabilities.
university-based research. For example, the Army uses University
Affiliated Research Centers, Collaborative Research Alliances, Multi- Research into Human Sciences
Disciplinary University Research Initiatives and the Single Investigator and Cybernetics science and
Program, all of which enable the Army to take advantage of innovation modeling of human-machine
and research opportunities through academic and industry partnerships. behavior can provide critical
Collaboration among industry, academia and the Army is a key element insights enabling next-generation
of this strategy, as each member brings a distinctly different approach Soldier-system interactions. Basic
to research. Academia is known for cutting-edge innovation. Industry research seeks to understand
partners leverage existing research results for transition and deal with control and communication in complex human systems to capture social
processes, structure and change in extrasensory patterns of physical
energy in the environment and real-time cortical brain dynamics.

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The objective is to provide new principles, algorithms and technical
approaches that drive innovation for future Soldier-systems interaction
and enable better control of technology or weapons systems and reduce
Soldiers’ cognitive workloads.

Army research into Quantum Effects and Quantum Information

Sciences focuses on generating advances in quantum science. Quantum
science is the study of the behavior of matter and its interactions with
energy on the scale of atoms and subatomic particles. This research
will enable revolutionary approaches to information processing, secure
communications and cryptography, jam-proof position and navigation,
and ultraprecise sensing and imaging.

CONCLUSION
As the Army S&T program continues to identify and harvest technologies
suitable for transition to our force, we aim to remain ever vigilant of
potential and emerging threats. We are implementing a strategic
approach to modernization that includes an awareness of existing
and potential gaps, and we continue to work towards understanding
emerging threats, knowledge of state-of-the-art commercial, academic
and government research, and understanding competing needs for
limited resources. Army S&T will sharpen research efforts to focus
upon these core capabilities it needs to sustain while identifying
promising or disruptive technologies. Ultimately, our focus remains on
Soldiers. Army S&T consistently seeks new avenues to increase Soldiers’
capabilities and ensure their technological superiority today, tomorrow
and decades from now. The Army S&T mission is never complete. We
will continue working to ensure that our Soldiers are always equipped
with the technology to win.

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Appendices

ARMY COMBAT ORGANIZATIONS

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

SYSTEMS BY CONTRACTORS

CONTRACTORS BY STATE

POINTS OF CONTACT

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Army organizations are inherently built around people and the tasks BRIGADE
they must perform. Major combat organizations are composed of • Leader is a colonel
smaller forces, as shown here. • May be employed on independent or semi-independent operations
• Combat, Combat Support or Service Support elements may be
SQUAD attached to perform specific missions
• Leader is a sergeant • Normally 3 combat brigades are in a division
• Smallest unit in Army organization
• Size varies depending on type: Infantry (9 Soldiers), Armor DIVISION
(4 Soldiers), Engineer (10 Soldiers) • Leader is a major general
• Three or four squads make up a platoon • Fully structured division has own brigade-size artillery, aviation,
engineer, combat support and service elements
PLATOON • Two or more divisions make up a corps commanded by a
• Leader is a lieutenant lieutenant general
• Size varies: Infantry (40 Soldiers), Armor (4 tanks, 16 Soldiers)
• Three or four platoons make up a company  o better confront current and future threats, the Army transformed
T
its force structure into Brigade Combat Teams (BCT). The goal is
COMPANY to provide more flexible and self-contained forces with the capability
• Leader is a captain of rapid deployment and the ability to engage in the full spectrum of
• Usually up to 220 Soldiers warfare without sacrificing lethality and staying power on the battlefield.
• Artillery unit of this size is called a battery These BCT are organized as Infantry (IBCT), Heavy (HBCT) and
• Armored Cavalry or Air Cavalry unit is called a troop Stryker (SBCT).
• Basic tactical element of the maneuver battalion or cavalry squadron
• Normally 5 companies make up a battalion

BATTALION
• Leader is a lieutenant colonel
• Tactically and administratively self-sufficient
• Armored Cavalry and Air Cavalry equivalents are called squadrons
• Two or more combat battalions make up a brigade

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Glossary of Terms

ACQUISITION CATEGORIES (ACAT) of the appropriation or fund source, directly related to the AIS definition,
ACAT I design, development, deployment, operations and maintenance, and
ACAT I programs are Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP) incurred from the beginning of the Materiel Solution Analysis Phase
that are estimated to achieve the statutorily defined MDAP cost through sustainment for the estimated useful life of the system.
threshold or are designated MDAP by the Army Acquisition Executive
(AAE) or the Defense Acquisition Executive (DAE). ACAT IA programs have two subcategories:
1. ACAT IAM, for which the MDA is the DAE or as delegated. The
Dollar value: estimated by the Under Secretary of Defense for Ac-
“M” refers to the Major Automated Information System Review
quisition, Technology and Logistics (USD(AT&L)) to require an
Council. (Change 4, 5000.2-R).
eventual total expenditure for research, development, test and evalu-
ation (RDT&E) of more than $480 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 2. ACAT IAC, for which the MDA is the head of the DoD component
constant dollars or, for Procurement, of more than $2.790 billion in FY or, if delegated, the CAE. The “C” refers to Component.
2014. ACAT I programs have two subcategories:
ACAT II programs are defined as those acquisition programs that do
1. ACAT ID, for which the Milestone Decision Authority (MDA) is not meet the criteria for an ACAT I acquisition program or are programs
the USD(AT&L) acting as the DAE. The “D” refers to the Defense designated ACAT II by the MDA. The dollar value is estimated to
Acquisition Board, which advises the DAE at major decision points. require total expenditure for RDT&E of more than $185 million in FY
2. ACAT IC, for which the MDA is the DoD Component Head or, if 2014 constant dollars, or for Procurement of more than $835 million in
delegated, the DoD Component Acquisition Executive (CAE). The FY 2014 constant dollars.
“C” refers to Component; for the Army, the MDA is the AAE. The
DAE designates programs ACAT ID or ACAT IC. ACAT III programs are defined as those acquisition programs that do
not meet the criteria for an ACAT I, an ACAT IA or an ACAT II. The
ACAT IA programs are Major Automated Information System (MAIS) MDA is designated by the AAE and shall be at the lowest appropriate
acquisition programs, or programs designated by the USD(AT&L) to level, typically the Program Executive Officer. The estimated costs for
be ACAT IA. ACAT III acquisition programs are below the thresholds for ACAT II
acquisition programs. ACAT III also includes AIS acquisition programs
Dollar value: estimated to exceed $40 million in FY 2014 constant dollars that do not exceed the threshold of MAIS acquisition programs.
for all expenditures, for all increments, regardless of the appropriation
or fund source, directly related to the Automated Information System ACQUISITION PHASE
(AIS) definition, design, development and deployment, and incurred in Each acquisition phase encompasses all the tasks and activities needed
any single fiscal year; or $165 million in FY 2014 constant dollars for all to bring a program to the next major milestone. Each acquisition
expenditures, for all increments, regardless of the appropriation or fund lifecycle phase provides a logical means of progressively translating
source, directly related to the AIS definition, design, development and broadly stated mission needs into well-defined system-specific require-
deployment, and incurred from the beginning of the Materiel Solution ments and ultimately into operationally effective, suitable and surviv-
Analysis Phase through deployment at all sites; or $520 million in FY able systems. The acquisition phases for the systems described in this
handbook are defined below:
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Materiel Solution Analysis Phase software), approved requirements and full funding. Unless some other
The purpose of this phase is to conduct the analysis and other activities factor is overriding in its impact, the maturity of the technology shall
needed to choose the concept for the product that will be acquired, determine the path to be followed.
to begin translating validated capability gaps into system-specific
requirements including the Key Performance Parameters and Key Production & Deployment Phase
System Attributes, and to conduct planning to support a decision on The purpose of the Production & Deployment Phase is to achieve an
the acquisition strategy for the product. Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), operational capability that satisfies mission needs. Operational test and
key trades among cost, schedule, performance, affordability analysis, evaluation shall determine the effectiveness and suitability of the system.
risk analysis and planning for risk mitigation are key activities in The Milestone Decision Authority shall make the decision to commit
this phase. DoD to production at Milestone C and shall document the decision
in an Acquisition Decision Memorandum. Milestone C authorizes
Technology Maturation & Risk Reduction (TMRR) Phase entry into Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) (for Major Defense
The purpose of this phase is to reduce technology risk, determine and Acquisition Programs (MDAP) and major systems), into production
mature the appropriate set of technologies to be integrated into a full or procurement (for nonmajor systems that do not require LRIP), or
system, and demonstrate critical technology elements on prototypes. into limited deployment in support of operational testing for Major
This phase is a continuous discovery and development process reflecting Automated Information System programs or software-intensive systems
close collaboration between the Science and Technology (S&T) with no production components. Entrance into this phase depends on
community, the user and the system developer. It is an iterative process the following criteria: acceptable performance in Developmental Test
designed to assess the viability of technologies while simultaneously and Evaluation and Operational Assessment for Defense Operational
refining requirements. Entrance into this phase depends on the Test and Evaluation oversight programs; mature software capability;
completion of the AoA, a proposed materiel solution and full funding no significant manufacturing risks; manufacturing processes under
for planned TMRR activity. control when Milestone C is a Full-Rate Production (FRP) decision;
an approved Initial Capability Document if Milestone C is program
Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) Phase initiation; an approved Capability Production Document (CPD); a
The purpose of the EMD Phase is to develop a system or an increment of refined integrated architecture; acceptable interoperability; acceptable
capability; complete full system integration; develop an affordable and operational supportability; and demonstration that the system is
executable manufacturing process; ensure operational supportability affordable throughout the lifecycle, fully funded and properly phased
with particular attention to minimizing the logistics footprint; for rapid acquisition. The CPD reflects the operational requirements,
implement human systems integration; design for producibility; ensure informed by EMD results, and details the performance expected of the
affordability; protect critical program information by implementing production system. If Milestone C approves LRIP, a subsequent review
appropriate techniques such as anti-tamper; and demonstrate system and decision shall authorize FRP.
integration, interoperability, safety and utility. The Capability
Development Document, Acquisition Strategy, Systems Engineering Operations & Support Phase
Plan and Test and Evaluation Master Plan shall guide this effort. The purpose of the Operations & Support Phase is to execute a
Entrance into this phase depends on technology maturity (including support program that meets materiel readiness and operational support

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performance requirements, and sustains the system in the most cost- COMMERCIAL AND NON-DEVELOPMENTAL ITEMS
effective manner over its total lifecycle. Planning for this phase shall Market research and analysis shall be conducted to determine the avail-
begin prior to program initiation and shall be documented in the Life- ability and suitability of existing Commercial and Non-Developmental
Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP). The Operations and Support Phase has Items prior to the commencement of a development effort, during the
two major efforts: Life-Cycle Sustainment and Disposal. Entrance into development effort and prior to the preparation of any product descrip-
tion. For ACAT I and IA programs, while few commercial items meet
the Operations and Support Phase depends on meeting the following
requirements at a system level, numerous commercial components,
criteria: an approved CPD, an approved LCSP and a successful
processes and practices have application to DoD systems.
FRP decision.
DEMILITARIZATION AND DISPOSAL
ACQUISITION PROGRAM At the end of its useful life, a system must be demilitarized and dis-
An acquisition program is a directed, funded effort designed to provide a posed. During Demilitarization and Disposal, the program manager
new, improved or continuing weapon system or Automated Information shall ensure materiel determined to require demilitarization is con-
System capability in response to a validated operational need. Acquisition trolled and shall ensure disposal is carried out in a way that minimizes
programs are divided into different categories that are established to DoD’s liability due to environmental, safety, security and health issues.
facilitate decentralized decision making, execution and compliance with
statutory requirements. See Acquisition Category, above.
DEVELOPMENTAL TEST AND EVALUATION (DT&E)
ADVANCED CONCEPT TECHNOLOGY DT&E shall identify potential operational and technological capabili-
DEMONSTRATIONS (ACTD) ties and limitations of the alternative concepts and design options being
ACTD are a means of demonstrating the use of emerging or mature pursued; support the identification and description of design technical
technology to address critical military needs. ACTD themselves are risks; and provide data and analysis in support of the decision to certify
not acquisition programs, although they are designed to provide a the system ready for operational test and evaluation.
residual, usable capability upon completion. If the user determines that
additional quantities are needed beyond the residual capability and FULL MATERIEL RELEASE
that these quantities can be funded, the additional procurement shall This process ensures all Army materiel is safe, operationally suitable and
constitute an acquisition program with an acquisition category general- supportable before release of issue to users. The assigned Program Man-
ly commensurate with the dollar value and risk of the additional buy. ager determines necessary activities to certify materiel release readiness.
This decision should be accomplished prior to Full-Rate Production.
AUTOMATED INFORMATION SYSTEM (AIS)
An AIS is a combination of computer hardware and software, data, JOINT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
or telecommunications that performs functions such as collecting, Any acquisition system, subsystem, component or technology program
processing, transmitting and displaying information. Excluded are that involves a strategy that includes funding by more than one DoD
computer resources, both hardware and software that are physically component during any phase of a system’s lifecycle shall be defined as
part of, dedicated to, or essential in real-time to the mission perfor- a Joint program. Joint programs shall be consolidated and co-located at
mance of weapon systems. the location of the lead component’s program office, to the maximum
extent practicable.

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LIVE FIRE TEST AND EVALUATION (LFT&E) MAJOR DEFENSE ACQUISITION PROGRAM (MDAP)
LFT&E must be conducted on a covered system, major munition An MDAP is an acquisition program that is not a highly sensitive,
program, missile program, or a product improvement to a covered classified program as determined by the Secretary of Defense and
system, major munition program or missile program before it can that is designated by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition,
proceed beyond Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP). A covered system Technology and Logistics (USD(AT&L)) as an MDAP, or estimated by
is any vehicle, weapon platform or conventional weapon system that the USD(AT&L) to require an eventual total expenditure for research,
includes features designed to provide some degree of protection to users development, test and evaluation of more than $480 million in Fiscal
in combat and that is an ACAT I or II program. Depending upon its Year (FY) 2014 constant dollars or, for Procurement, of more than
intended use, a Commercial or Non-Developmental Item may be a cov- $2.790 billion in FY 2014 constant dollars.
ered system or a part of a covered system. Systems requiring LFT&E
may not proceed beyond LRIP until realistic survivability or lethality MAJOR MILESTONE
testing is completed and the report required by statute is submitted to A major milestone is the decision point that separates the phases of
the prescribed Congressional committees. an acquisition program. MDAP milestones include, as examples, the
decisions to authorize entry into the Engineering & Manufacturing
LOW-RATE INITIAL PRODUCTION (LRIP) Development Phase or Full-Rate Production. MAIS milestones may
The objective of this activity is to produce the minimum quantity include, for example, the decision to begin Technology Maturation and
necessary to provide production-configured or representative articles Risk Reduction (TMRR).
for operational tests; establish an initial production base for the system;
and permit an orderly increase in the production rate for the system, • Milestone A: Entry into the TMRR Phase
sufficient to lead to Full-Rate Production upon successful completion • M ilestone B: Entry into the Engineering & Manufacturing
of Operational Testing. The LRIP quantity may not exceed 10 percent Development Phase
of the total production quantity without an approved waiver by the • Milestone C: Entry into the Production & Deployment Phase
Acquisition Executive and documented in the Acquisition
Decision Memorandum. MAJOR SYSTEMS
Dollar value: estimated by the DoD Component Head to require an
MAJOR AUTOMATED INFORMATION SYSTEM eventual total expenditure for research, development, test and eval-
(MAIS) ACQUISITION PROGRAM uation of more than $185 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 constant
A MAIS is an AIS acquisition program that is designated by the Under dollars, or for Procurement, of more than $835 million in FY 2014
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics as a constant dollars. (Lowest category for major system designation is
MAIS, or estimated to require program costs in any single year in ACAT II).
excess of $40 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 constant dollars, total
program costs in excess of $165 million in FY 2014 constant dollars, MILESTONE
or total lifecycle costs in excess of $520 million in FY 2014 constant The point at which a recommendation is made and approval sought
dollars. MAIS do not include highly sensitive, classified programs. regarding starting or continuing an acquisition program, e.g., proceed-
ing to the next phase.

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MILESTONE DECISION AUTHORITY (MDA) dination with the Defense Intelligence Agency, shall be used; typical
This is the individual designated in accordance with criteria established users shall operate and maintain the system or item under conditions
by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and simulating combat stress and peacetime conditions; the independent
Logistics for Automated Information System acquisition programs, to Operational Test Activity shall use production or production repre-
approve entry of an acquisition program into the next phase. sentative articles for the dedicated phase of OT&E that supports the
Full-Rate Production decision, or for ACAT IA or other acquisition
• D efense Acquisition Executive (DAE): The individual responsible
programs, the Deployment decision; and the use of modeling and
for supervising the Defense Acquisition System. The DAE takes
simulation shall be considered during test planning.
precedence on all acquisition matters after the Secretary of Defense
and the Deputy Secretary of Defense. OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT
• A rmy Acquisition Executive (AAE): The individual solely The objectives of this activity are the execution of a support program
responsible for acquisition matters within the Department of the that meets the threshold values of all support performance require-
Army and the single decision authority for all Army acquisition ments and sustainment of them in the most lifecycle-cost-effective
matters. The AAE is responsible for approving requests to initiate manner. A Follow-on Operational Test and Evaluation program that
new acquisition programs, and will do so only when they are assesses performance and quality, compatibility, and interoperability,
supported by approved capability documents, requisite funding and and identifies deficiencies shall be conducted, as appropriate. This
program documentation. activity shall also include the execution of operational support
• Program Executive Officer: A military or civilian assigned plans, to include the transition from contractor to organic support,
program responsibilities for the execution and management of if appropriate.
ACAT II and III programs, or for any other program determined by
the AAE to require dedicated executive management. WARFIGHTING FUNCTIONS
A Warfighting Function is a group of tasks and systems (people, or-
MODIFICATIONS ganizations, information and processes) united by a common purpose
Any modification that is of sufficient cost and complexity that it could that commanders use to accomplish missions. The Army’s Warfighting
itself qualify as an ACAT I or ACAT IA program shall be considered Functions are fundamentally linked to the Joint functions.
for management purposes as a separate acquisition effort. Modifica-
tions that do not cross the ACAT I or IA threshold shall be considered Mission Command
part of the program being modified, unless the acquisition program is The Mission Command Warfighting Function develops and integrates
no longer in production. In that case, the modification shall be consid- those activities enabling a commander to balance the art of command
ered a separate acquisition effort. and the science of control. This fundamental philosophy of command
places people, rather than technology or systems, at the center. Under
OPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION (OT&E) this philosophy, commanders drive the operations process through
OT&E shall be structured to determine the operational effectiveness their activities of understand, visualize, describe, direct, lead and
and suitability of a system under realistic conditions, e.g., combat, assess. They develop teams, both within their own organizations and
and to determine that the operational performance requirements are with Joint, interagency and multinational partners. Commanders
satisfied. The following procedures are mandatory: Threat or threat inform and influence audiences, inside and outside their organizations.
representative forces, targets, and countermeasures, validated in coor- The commander leads the staff’s tasks under the science of control.

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The four primary staff tasks are conduct the operations process (plan, apply maximum combat power to accomplish the mission. Preserving
prepare, execute and assess); conduct knowledge management and in- the force includes protecting personnel (friendly combatants and
formation management; conduct, inform and influence activities; and noncombatants) and physical assets of the United States, host-nation
conduct cyber electromagnetic activities. and multinational military and civilian partners.

Movement and Maneuver Engagement

The Movement and Maneuver Warfighting Function is the related The Engagement Warfighting Function is the related tasks and systems
tasks and systems that move and employ forces to achieve a position that influence the behaviors of a people, security forces and govern-
of relative advantage over the enemy and other threats. Direct fire and ments.
close combat are inherent in maneuver. This function includes tasks
associated with force projection related to gaining a positional advan- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
tage over the enemy.
For additional information on acquisition terms, or terms not defined,
Intelligence please refer to DoD Directives, available on the Internet at http://www.
The Intelligence Warfighting Function is the related tasks and systems dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/dir.html; DoD Instruction 5000.02,
that facilitate understanding the enemy, terrain and civil consider- Operation of the Defense Acquisition System, available on the Internet
ations. It includes the synchronization of collection requirements with at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/500002p.pdf; or the
the execution of tactical tasks such as reconnaissance, surveillance and Defense Acquisition Guidebook, available on the Internet at https://
related intelligence operations. This Warfighting Function includes dag.dau.mil/Pages/Default.aspx.
specific intelligence and communication structures at each echelon.

Fires
The Fires Warfighting Function is the related tasks and systems that
provide collective and coordinated use of Army indirect fires, air and
missile defense, and Joint fires through the targeting process.

Sustainment
The Sustainment Warfighting Function is the related tasks and sys-
tems that provide support and services to ensure freedom of action, ex-
tended operational reach and prolonged endurance. The endurance of
Army forces is primarily a function of their sustainment. Sustainment
determines the depth and duration of Army operations. It is essential to
retaining and exploiting the initiative.

Maneuver Support and Protection

The Maneuver Support and Protection Warfighting Function is the
related tasks and systems that preserve the force so the commander can

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Systems by Contractors

AAI Corporation Adams Communication & AlphaMicron, Inc. • M

 ine Protection Vehicle
• RQ-7Bv2 Shadow Tactical Engineering Technology, Inc. • Soldier Protection Family (MPFV), Mine
Unmanned Aircraft System • A irborne Reconnaissance System (SPS) Clearing Vehicle (MCV),
(TUAS) Low (ARL) Explosive Hazard Pre-
• Enhanced Medium AM General LLC Detonation (EHP)
AASKI Technology Altitude Reconnaissance • High Mobility Multipurpose
• Defense Enterprise Wideband and Surveillance System Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) Applied Companies
SATCOM System (DEWSS) (EMARSS) • Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB) • Aviation Combined Arms
• Global Command and Control • Fixed Wing Tactical Trainer (AVCATT)
System – Army (GCCS-A) American Defense Systems,
• Tactical Mission Command AeroVironment, Inc. Inc. (ADSI) ArgonST (A Boeing
(TMC) • RQ-11B Raven Small • High Mobility Engineer Company)
Unmanned Aircraft System Excavator (HMEE) I and III • Guardrail Common Sensor
Acambis plc (SUAS) (GR/CS)
• Medical Countermeasure American Ordnance LLC
Systems – Joint Vaccine Airborne Systems • Artillery Ammunition Armtec
Acquisition Program (JVAP) North America • Artillery Ammunition
and Bioscavenger • Joint Precision Airdrop System American Science &
(JPADS) Engineering, Inc. Army Aviation and Missile
Accenture Federal Services • Non-Intrusive Inspection Research Development
• General Fund Enterprise Airbus Defense and Space, Inc. Systems (NIIS) and Engineering Center
Business Systems (GFEBS) • Lakota UH-72A Light Utility (AMRDEC) Prototype
Helicopter (LUH) AMT Integration Facility (PIF),
Action Manufacturing • Mortar Systems Redstone Defense Systems
Company Airbus Helicopters, Inc. • Black Hawk UH/HH-60
• 2.75 Inch Rocket Systems • Lakota UH-72A Light Utility AMTEC Corporation
(Hydra-70) Helicopter (LUH) • Medium Caliber AT&T
• Artillery Ammunition Ammunition (MCA) • Installation Information
Allison Transmission Infrastructure Modernization
• Family of Medium Tactical Anniston Army Depot Program (I3MP)
Vehicles (FMTV) • A ssault Breacher Vehicle
(ABV) Avon Protection Systems, Inc.
• Joint Service General Purpose
Mask (JSGPM) M-50/M-51

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Avox Systems • J oint Effects Targeting System Battelle Memorial Institute Boeing
• Joint Service Aircrew Mask (JETS) Target Location • Chemical Biological Medical • AH-64D/E Apache
– Rotary Wing (JSAM RW) Designation System (TLDS) Systems – Therapeutics • CH-47F Chinook
(MPU-5) • Lightweight 155 mm Howitzer • Next Generation Chemical • Enhanced Medium
System (LW155) Detector (NGCD) Altitude Reconnaissance
AVT Simulation • M109 Family of Vehicles and Surveillance System
• Aviation Combined Arms (FOV) (Paladin/FAASV, PIM Bechtel National, Inc. (EMARSS)
Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) SPH/CAT) • A ssembled Chemical Weapons • Integrated Family of Test
• Close Combat Tactical Trainer • Mine Protection Vehicle Alternatives (ACWA) Equipment (IFTE)
(CCTT) Family (MPFV), Mine
Clearing Vehicle (MCV), Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass Boeing Defense, Space
BAE Systems Explosive Hazard Pre- • A ssembled Chemical Weapons and Security
• 2.75 Inch Rocket Systems Detonation (EHP) Alternatives (ACWA) • Fixed Wing
(Hydra-70) • Soldier Protection
• A irborne Reconnaissance System (SPS) Berg Companies, Inc. Booz Allen Hamilton
Low (ARL) • T-9 Medium Dozer • Force Provider (FP) • A rmy Key Management
• A rmored Multi-Purpose System (AKMS)
Vehicle (AMPV) BAE Systems, Inc. Bethel Industries • Common Hardware
• Common Missile Warning • Bradley Fighting Vehicle • Soldier Protection Systems (CHS)
System (CMWS), Laser Systems (BFVS) System (SPS) • Distributed Common Ground
Detection System (LDS), • M88A2 Improved Recovery System – Army (DCGS-A)
Radar Warning Receiver Vehicle HERCULES (Heavy BioFire Defense, LLC Increment 1
(RWR), Advanced Threat Equipment Recovery • Medical Countermeasure • Integrated Personnel and Pay
Infrared Countermeasures Combat Utility Lift and Systems (MCS) – Diagnostics System – Army (IPPS-A)
(ATIRCM) and Common Evacuation System)
Infrared Countermeasure Birdon Corporation Bruker Detection Corporation
(CIRCM) programs Barrett Firearms • Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB) • Next Generation Chemical
• Enhanced Night Vision Manufacturing Detector (NGCD)
Goggle (ENVG) • Small Arms – Precision Bluegrass Army Depot
• Family of Weapon Sights – Weapons • Artillery Ammunition
Individual (FWS-I)
• High Mobility Engineer
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Buffalo Turbine Capco, Inc. CGI Federal Cole Engineering Services, Inc.
• Mine Protection Vehicle • Small Arms – Crew • Common Missile Warning • Aviation Combined Arms
Family (MPFV), Mine Served Weapons System (CMWS), Laser Tactical Trainer (AVCATT)
Clearing Vehicle (MCV), Detection System (LDS), • One Semi-Automated Force
Explosive Hazard Pre- Carleton Technologies, Inc. Radar Warning Receiver (OneSAF)
Detonation (EHP) • A ir Warrior (AW) (RWR), Advanced Threat
Infrared Countermeasures Colt Defense LLC
BWAY Corporation Carnegie Robotics LLC (ATIRCM) and Common • Small Arms – Crew
• Small Caliber Ammunition • Autonomous Mine Detection Infrared Countermeasure Served Weapons
System (AMDS) (CIRCM) programs • Small Arms –
CACI International, Inc. Individual Weapons
• A rmy Key Management Carter Enterprises, LLC Charleston Marine
System (AKMS) • Soldier Protection Containers, Inc. Communications & Ear
• Enhanced Medium System (SPS) • Force Provider (FP) Protection, Inc.
Altitude Reconnaissance • Air Warrior (AW)
and Surveillance System Case New Holland ChemImage Corporation
(EMARSS) • High Mobility Engineer • Next Generation Chemical Computer Sciences
• Fixed Wing Excavator (HMEE) I and III Detector (NGCD) Corporation
• Integrated Personnel and Pay • Common Missile Warning
System – Army (IPPS-A) Casteel Manufacturing, Inc. Chemring Detection Systems System (CMWS), Laser
• Nuclear Biological Chemical • Line Haul Tractor • Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (LDS),
Reconnaissance Vehicle Detection System (JBTDS) Radar Warning Receiver
(NBCRV) – Stryker Caterpillar, Inc. • Next Generation Chemical (RWR), Advanced Threat
Sensor Suites • 120M Motor Grader Detector (NGCD) Infrared Countermeasures
• 621G Scraper (ATIRCM) and Common
Cangene Corporation • Family of Medium Tactical Chemring Ordnance Infrared Countermeasure
• Medical Countermeasure Vehicles (FMTV) • A rtillery Ammunition (CIRCM) programs
Systems – Joint Vaccine • T-9 Medium Dozer • Global Command and Control
Acquisition Program (JVAP) Choctaw Manufacturing System – Army (GCCS-A)
and Bioscavenger Ceradyne, Inc. Defense Contractors • Medical Simulation Training
• Soldier Protection • Unit Water Pod System Center (MSTC)
System (SPS) (Camel II) • Tactical Mission
Command (TMC)

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CONCO CymSTAR LLC Draper Laboratory, Inc. • J oint Service Transportable

• 2.75 Inch Rocket Systems • Aviation Combined Arms • Joint Precision Airdrop Decontaminating System
(Hydra-70) Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) System (JPADS) Small Scale (JSTDS-SS) M26
• Test Equipment
Connected Logistics, Inc. Daimler Trucks North America DRS Environmental Modernization (TEMOD)
• General Fund Enterprise LLC/Freightliner Systems, Inc.
Business Systems (GFEBS) • Line Haul Tractor • Improved Environmental Dynetics, Inc.
Control Units (IECU) • Calibration Sets
Crane Army David H. Pollock Consultants Equipment (CALSETS)
Ammunition Activity • Common Missile Warning DRS Fermont
• Artillery Ammunition System (CMWS), Laser • Tactical Electric Power (TEP) DynPort Vaccine Company
Detection System (LDS), LLC
Critical Solutions Radar Warning Receiver DRS Sustainment Systems, Inc. • Medical Countermeasure
International, Inc. (RWR), Advanced Threat • Modular Fuel System (MFS) Systems – Joint Vaccine
• Mine Protection Vehicle Infrared Countermeasures Acquisition Program (JVAP)
Family (MPFV), Mine (ATIRCM) and Common DRS Technologies, Inc. and Bioscavenger
Clearing Vehicle (MCV), Infrared Countermeasure • A ssault Breacher
Explosive Hazard Pre- (CIRCM) programs Vehicle (ABV) Elbit Systems of America
Detonation (EHP) • Combat Service Support • Mortar Systems
Day & Zimmerman Lone Star Communications
Cubic Global Defense LLC (CSS Comms) Emergent BioSolutions
• Engagement Skills Trainer • Artillery Ammunition • Enhanced Night Vision (BioPort)
(EST) Goggle (ENVG) • Medical Countermeasure
• Home Station Instrumentation Dell • Family of Weapon Sights – Systems – Joint Vaccine
Training System (HITS) • Distributed Common Ground Individual (FWS-I) Acquisition Program (JVAP)
• Instrumentable – Multiple System – Army (DCGS-A) • Heavy Equipment Transporter and Bioscavenger
Integrated Laser Engagement Increment 1 System (HETS)
System (I-MILES) • Joint Battle Command – Engineering Solutions and
Detroit Diesel Platform (JBC-P) Products
Cummins Power Generation • Line Haul Tractor • Joint Effects Targeting System • Warfighter Information
• Tactical Electric Power (TEP) (JETS) Target Location Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
DOK-ING d.o.o. Designation System (TLDS) Increment 1
• M160 Robotic Mine Flail

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Entwistle Future Skies • Warfighter Information • N uclear Biological Chemical
• L oad Handling System • Tactical Mission Network – Tactical (WIN-T) Reconnaissance Vehicle
Compatible Water Tank Command (TMC) Increment 3 (NBCRV) – Stryker Sensor
Rack (Hippo) Suites
Garrett Container Systems, Inc. General Dynamics Armament • Stryker Family of Vehicles
Esri • Family of Military Working and Technical Products
• Distributed Common Ground Dogs Equipment and Kennel • Small Arms – Crew General Dynamics
System – Army (DCGS-A) Served Weapons Land Systems – Canada
Increment 1 General Atomics Aeronautical • Mine Protection Vehicle
Systems, Inc. General Dynamics C4 Family (MPFV), Mine
Fabrique National • MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Systems, Inc. Clearing Vehicle (MCV),
Manufacturing, LLC Aircraft System (UAS) • Warfighter Information Explosive Hazard Pre-
• Small Arms – Crew Served Network – Tactical Detonation (EHP)
Weapons General Dynamics (WIN-T) Increment 1
• 2.75 Inch Rocket Systems General Dynamics
Fidelity Technologies (Hydra-70) General Dynamics Mission Systems
Corporation • Advanced Field Artillery Communication Systems • Intelligence Electronic Warfare
• Tactical Electric Power (TEP) Tactical Data System • Cryptographic Systems Tactical Proficiency Trainer
(AFATDS) (IEWTPT)
FLIR Systems, Inc. • Common Hardware General Dynamics European • Prophet
• Chemical, Biological, Systems (CHS) Land Systems
Radiological, Nuclear • Distributed Common Ground • Improved Ribbon Bridge General Dynamics Ordnance
Dismounted Reconnaissance System – Army (DCGS-A) and Tactical Systems
Sets, Kits, and Outfits (CBRN Increment 1 General Dynamics Information • 2.75 Inch Rocket Systems
DR SKO) • Global Command and Control Technology (Hydra-70)
• Next Generation Chemical System – Army (GCCS-A) • Joint Effects Model (JEM) • A rtillery Ammunition
Detector (NGCD) • Installation Information • Medium Caliber
Infrastructure Modernization General Dynamics Ammunition (MCA)
Fluke Corporation Program (I3MP) Land Systems • Tank Ammunition
• Calibration Sets • Tactical Mission • Abrams Tank Upgrade
Equipment (CALSETS) Command (TMC) • Mine Protection Vehicle Family General Dynamics Ordnance
• Test Equipment • Warfighter Information (MPFV), Mine Clearing and Tactical Systems—
Modernization (TEMOD) Network – Tactical (WIN-T) Vehicle (MCV), Explosive Scranton Operations
Increment 2 Hazard Pre-Detonation (EHP) • Artillery Ammunition

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General Dynamics SATCOM Goodrich Corporation • Fixed Wing IBM

Technologies • CH-47F Chinook • Distributed Common Ground
• Warfighter Information Heckler & Koch Defense, Inc. System – Army (DCGS-A)
Network – Tactical (WIN-T) GPS Source, Inc. • Small Arms – Increment 1
Increment 1 • NAVSTAR Global Positioning Individual Weapons
System (GPS) INMARSAT
General Electric Highland Engineering, Inc. • Combat Service Support
• Black Hawk UH/HH-60 Griffon Aerospace • Family of Military Working Communications (CSS Comms)
• A ir Defense Artillery Dogs Equipment and Kennel
Gentex Corporation (ADA) Targets Intelligent Decisions
• Air Warrior (AW) Holston Army • Close Combat Tactical Trainer
• Soldier Protection Gulfsteam Ammunition Plant (CCTT)
System (SPS) • Fixed Wing • Artillery Ammunition
Intrepid
Georgia Tech Applied Harris Corporation Honeywell • A rmy Integrated Air and
Research Corporation • Cryptographic Systems • CH-47F Chinook Missile Defense (AIAMD)
• Common Missile Warning • Defense Enterprise Wideband
System (CMWS), Laser SATCOM System (DEWSS) HP Intuitive Research and
Detection System (LDS), • Enhanced Night Vision • Distributed Common Ground Technology Corporation
Radar Warning Receiver Goggle (ENVG) System – Army (DCGS-A) • Common Missile Warning
(RWR), Advanced Threat • Handheld, Manpack and Small Increment 1 System (CMWS), Laser
Infrared Countermeasures Form Fit (HMS) Detection System (LDS),
(ATIRCM) and Common • Mid-Tier Networking Hunter Manufacturing Radar Warning Receiver
Infrared Countermeasure Vehicular Radio (MNVR) Company (RWR), Advanced Threat
(CIRCM) programs • Force Provider (FP) Infrared Countermeasures
Hawk Protection (ATIRCM) and Common
Georgia Tech • Soldier Protection Hydrema Infrared Countermeasure
Research Institute System (SPS) • Mine Protection Vehicle (CIRCM) programs
• Soldier Protection Family (MPFV), Mine
System (SPS) Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Clearing Vehicle (MCV), IRTC
• Enhanced Medium Explosive Hazard Pre- • AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel
Gibson & Barnes Altitude Reconnaissance Detonation (EHP)
• Air Warrior (AW) and Surveillance System Isometrics, Inc.
(EMARSS) • Modular Fuel System (MFS)

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JANUS Kforce Government • G
 uardrail Common L-3 Westwood
• Warfighter Information Solutions, Inc. Sensor (GR/CS) • Tactical Electric Power (TEP)
Network – Tactical (WIN-T) • Medical Simulation Training • Tank Ammunition
Increment 1 Center (MSTC) Laerdal
L-3 Communications – East • Medical Simulation Training
Javelin Joint Venture LLC King Aerospace, Inc. • Force Protection Systems Center (MSTC)
– Raytheon and Lockheed • A irborne Reconnaissance
Martin Low (ARL) L-3 Communications Mission Leidos, Inc.
• Javelin • Fixed Wing Integration • A irborne Reconnaissance
• Enhanced Medium Altitude Low (ARL)
JCB, Inc. Kipper Tool Company Reconnaissance and • Distributed Common Ground
• High Mobility Engineer • Family of Engineer Combat & Surveillance System (EMARSS) System – Army (DCGS-A)
Excavator (HMEE) I and III Construction Sets (ECACS) Increment 1
L-3 Communications • Fixed Wing
Johns Hopkins University Knight’s Armament Company Systems – West • One Semi-Automated Force
Applied Physics Laboratory • Small Arms – • Enhanced Medium (OneSAF)
• Defense Enterprise Wideband Precision Weapons Altitude Reconnaissance
SATCOM System (DEWSS) and Surveillance System Letterkenny Army Depot
Kongsberg Defense & (EMARSS) • Force Provider (FP)
Kalmar RT Center LLC Aerospace
• Light Capability Rough • Common Remotely Operated L-3 Fuzing & Ordnance Lex Products Corporation
Terrain Forklift (LCRTF) Weapon Station (CROWS) Systems • Force Provider (FP)
• Mortar Systems
KDH Defense Systems, Inc. L-3 Communications Litton Advanced Systems
• Soldier Protection • Bradley Fighting Vehicle L-3 MID • A irborne Reconnaissance
System (SPS) Systems (BFVS) • Fixed Wing Low (ARL)
• Combat Service Support
Keysight Technologies, Inc. Communications L-3 Vertex LMI Consulting
• Calibration Sets (CSS Comms) • Fixed Wing • General Fund Enterprise
Equipment (CALSETS) • Cryptographic Systems Business Systems (GFEBS)
• Test Equipment • Distributed Common Ground L-3 Warrior Systems
Modernization (TEMOD) System – Army (DCGS-A) • Enhanced Night Vision
Increment 1 Goggle (ENVG)

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Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Mission MaTech MITRE Corporation

• AH-64D/E Apache Systems and Training • Mortar Systems • Distributed Common Ground
• A N/TPQ-53 Counterfire • Close Combat Tactical System – Army (DCGS-A)
Target Acquisition Radar Trainer (CCTT) ManTech, Inc. Increment 1
• A irborne Reconnaissance • Joint Land Component • Distributed Common Ground • General Fund Enterprise
Low (ARL) Constructive Training System – Army (DCGS-A) Business Systems (GFEBS)
• Distributed Common Capability (JLCCTC) Increment 1
Ground System – Army Naval Air Warfare Center
(DCGS-A) Increment 1 LogiCore Corporation Marsh Industrial Aircraft Division
• Guardrail Common • Common Missile Warning • Force Provider (FP) • Unified Command
Sensor (GR/CS) System (CMWS), Laser Suite (UCS)
• Guided Multiple Launch Detection System (LDS), McAlester Army
Rocket System (GMLRS) Radar Warning Receiver Ammunition Plant Navistar Defense
DPICM/Unitary/Alternative (RWR), Advanced Threat • Artillery Ammunition • Mine Resistant Ambush
Warhead Infrared Countermeasures Protected Vehicles
• HELLFIRE Family of Missiles (ATIRCM) and Common MediVector, Inc. (MRAP), Army
• Joint Air-to-Ground Infrared Countermeasure • Chemical Biological Medical
Missile (JAGM) (CIRCM) programs Systems – Therapeutics NetApp
• Multiple Launch Rocket • Distributed Common Ground
System (MLRS) M270A1 Longbow LLC Meggitt Training Systems System – Army (DCGS-A)
• PATRIOT Advanced • AH-64D/E Apache • Engagement Skills Increment 1
Capability-3 (PAC-3) Trainer (EST)
• Warfighter Information M-7 Aerospace NITEK
Network – Tactical (WIN-T) • Fixed Wing Meritor, Inc. • Husky Mounted Detection
Increment 3 • Family of Medium Tactical System (HMDS)
Mainstream Engineering Vehicles (FMTV)
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Corporation • Line Haul Tractor Nomadics, Inc.
Fire Control • Improved Environmental • Next Generation Chemical
• Guided Multiple Launch Control Units (IECU) Mil-Mar Century, Inc. Detector (NGCD)
Rocket System (GMLRS) • L oad Handling System
DPICM/Unitary/Alternative Mandus Group Compatible Water Tank
Warhead • Mobile Maintenance Rack (Hippo)
Equipment Systems (MMES)

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Northrop Grumman Northrop Grumman Electronic Optimal Technologies • J oint Light Tactical
• A H-64D/E Apache Systems International Vehicle (JLTV)
• A ir and Missile Defense • Joint Tactical Ground • Medical Simulation Training • Mine Resistant Ambush
Planning and Control System Station (JTAGS) Center (MSTC) Protected Vehicles
(AMDPCS) (MRAP), Army
• A rmy Integrated Air and Northrop Grumman Orbital ATK • Palletized Load System (PLS)
Missile Defense (AIAMD) Information Technology • A rtillery Ammunition and PLS Extended Service
• Biometric Enabling • Joint Warning and Reporting • Counter Defilade Target Program (ESP)
Capability (BEC) Network (JWARN) Engagement (CDTE) – XM25
• Common Missile Warning • Medium Caliber Parsons Government
System (CMWS), Laser Northrop Grumman Laser Ammunition (MCA) Services, Inc.
Detection System (LDS), Systems • Precision Guidance Kit (PGK) • A ssembled Chemical Weapons
Radar Warning Receiver • Lightweight Laser Designator • Small Arms – Crew Alternatives (ACWA)
(RWR), Advanced Threat Rangefinder (LLDR) AN/ Served Weapons
Infrared Countermeasures PED-1 & AN/PED1A • Small Caliber Ammunition Penta Research, Inc.
(ATIRCM) and Common • Spider – Command Destruct • Common Missile Warning
Infrared Countermeasure Northrop Grumman Mission Networked Command System (CMWS), Laser
(CIRCM) programs Systems Munition Dispensing Set Detection System (LDS),
• Defense Enterprise Wideband • Joint Effects Model (JEM) Increment 1A Radar Warning Receiver
SATCOM System (DEWSS) • Tank Ammunition (RWR), Advanced Threat
• Global Combat Support Northrop Grumman Technical Infrared Countermeasures
System – Army (GCSS-Army) Services Oshkosh Corporation (ATIRCM) and Common
• Guardrail Common Sensor • Fixed Wing • Common Bridge Transporter Infrared Countermeasure
(GR/CS) • Family of Medium Tactical (CIRCM) programs
• Integrated Family of Test Nova Technologies Vehicles (FMTV)
Equipment (IFTE) • Call For Fire Trainer (CFFT) Pine Bluff Arsenal
• Rocket, Artillery, Mortar Immersive System • H eavy Expanded Mobility • Artillery Ammunition
(RAM) Warn • Call For Fire Trainer Increment Tactical Truck (HEMTT)/ • Chemical, Biological,
• Spider – Command Destruct 3 (CFFT 3) HEMTT Extended Service Radiological, Nuclear
Networked Command Program (ESP) Dismounted Reconnaissance
Munition Dispensing Set Olin Corporation • Heavy Equipment Transporter Sets, Kits, and Outfits (CBRN
Increment 1A • Small Caliber Ammunition System (HETS) DR SKO)
• Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB) • Mortar Systems

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PM Ground Soldier • D istributed Common Ground Red River Army Depot • C ommon Missile Warning
• Mortar Systems System – Army (DCGS-A) • High Mobility Multipurpose System (CMWS), Laser
Increment 1 Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) Detection System (LDS),
POCAL Industries, Inc. • Excalibur Precision 155 mm Radar Warning Receiver
• Mortar Systems Projectiles Remington Arms (RWR), Advanced Threat
• Improved Target Acquisition Company, Inc. Infrared Countermeasures
Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. System (ITAS) • Small Arms – (ATIRCM) and Common
• Soldier Protection • Joint Air-to-Ground Missile Precision Weapons Infrared Countermeasure
System (SPS) (JAGM) (CIRCM) programs
• PATRIOT Advanced Revision Military Ltd. • Enhanced Medium
Potomac Fusion, Inc. Capability-3 (PAC-3) • Soldier Protection Altitude Reconnaissance
• Distributed Common Ground • Secure Mobile Anti-Jam System (SPS) and Surveillance System
System – Army (DCGS-A) Reliable Tactical Terminal (EMARSS)
Increment 1 (SMART-T) Rini Technologies, Inc. • NAVSTAR Global Positioning
• Air Warrior (AW) System (GPS)
PULAU Corporation Raytheon Missile Systems
• Medical Simulation Training • Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Rock Island Arsenal Saab Training USA, LLC
Center (MSTC) Mortar (C-RAM) Intercept • Line of Communications • Instrumentable – Multiple
Land-Based Phalanx Weapon Bridge (LOCB) Integrated Laser Engagement
Radiation Safety & Control System (LPWS) System (I-MILES)
Services • Tube-Launched, Optically Rock Island Arsenal – Joint
• Joint Personal Dosimeter (JPD) Tracked, Wireless-Guided Manufacturing & SafeNet
(TOW) Missiles Technology Center • Cryptographic Systems
Rapiscan Systems • High Mobility Multipurpose
• Non-Intrusive Inspection Raytheon Technical Services Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) Sarepta Therapeutics
Systems (NIIS) • Air Warrior (AW) • Mobile Maintenance • Chemical Biological Medical
Equipment Systems (MMES) Systems – Therapeutics
Raytheon Red Hat
• Advanced Field Artillery • Distributed Common Ground Rockwell Collins, Inc. Science and Engineering
Tactical Data System System – Army (DCGS-A) • CH-47F Chinook Services, Inc.
(AFATDS) Increment 1 • Close Combat Tactical • Air Warrior (AW)
• A rmy Integrated Air and Trainer (CCTT)
Missile Defense (AIAMD)

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Science Applications Signature Science, LLC SRCTec, LLC Textron/Overwatch Systems
International Corporation • Next Generation Chemical • AN/TPQ-50 Lightweight • Distributed Common Ground
(SAIC) Detector (NGCD) Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR) System – Army (DCGS-A)
• Non-Intrusive Inspection Increment 1
Systems (NIIS) Sikorsky STERIS Corporation
• Black Hawk UH/HH-60 • Joint Service Equipment Thales Defense & Security, Inc.
Scientific Resource Wipe (JSEW) • Handheld, Manpack and Small
Corporation Simetri, Inc. Form Fit (HMS)
• A rmy Watercraft Systems • Medical Simulation Training Switlik Parachute
(AWS) Center (MSTC) Company, Inc. Thales Raytheon Systems
• Air Warrior (AW) • AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel
Short Bark Industries, Inc. SKEDCO, Inc.
• Soldier Protection System • Medical Simulation Training Tekmira Pharmaceutical Tobyhanna Army Depot
(SPS) Center (MSTC) Corporation • Mobile Maintenance
• Chemical Biological Medical Equipment Systems (MMES)
Siemens Smiths Detection, Inc. Systems – Therapeutics
• Installation Information • Chemical Biological Protective Tri-Tech USA, Inc.
Infrastructure Modernization Shelter (CBPS) – M8E1 Tel-Instrument Electronics • Force Provider (FP)
Program (I3MP) • Joint Chemical Agent Detector Corporation
(JCAD) M4A1 • Test Equipment Tucson Embedded Systems
Sierra Nevada Corporation • Next Generation Chemical Modernization (TEMOD) • Distributed Common Ground
• A irborne Reconnaissance Detector (NGCD) System – Army (DCGS-A)
Low (ARL) Telephonics Corporation Increment 1
• A rmy Key Management Software Engineering • Air Warrior (AW)
System (AKMS) Directorate, AMRDEC URS Corporation
• Enhanced Medium • Joint Battle Command – Textron Defense Systems • A ssault Breacher
Altitude Reconnaissance Platform (JBC-P) • Spider – Command Destruct Vehicle (ABV)
and Surveillance System Networked Command
(EMARSS) Southwest Research Institute Munition Dispensing Set URS Federal Services, Inc.
• Fixed Wing • Chemical Biological Medical Increment 1A • Force Protection Systems
Systems – Therapeutics
Sigmatech, Inc.
• Joint Tactical Ground
Station (JTAGS)

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Vertigo, Inc. Wavelink XMCO, Inc.

• Force Provider (FP) • Common Missile Warning • A ssault Breacher
System (CMWS), Laser Vehicle (ABV)
Vertu Corporation Detection System (LDS), Radar • High Mobility Engineer
• Small Arms – Warning Receiver (RWR), Excavator (HMEE) I and III
Individual Weapons Advanced Threat Infrared
Countermeasures (ATIRCM)
ViaSat Inc. and Common Infrared
• Cryptographic Systems Countermeasure (CIRCM)
• Joint Battle Command – programs
Platform (JBC-P)
Watervliet Arsenal
ViaTech System, Inc. • Mortar Systems
• Distributed Common Ground
System – Army (DCGS-A) WESCAM
Increment 1 • A irborne Reconnaissance
Low (ARL)
Vision Ability Execution, Inc.
• Installation Information Wolf Coach, Inc., an L-3
Infrastructure Modernization Communications Company
Program (I3MP) • Unified Command
Suite (UCS)
Vision Technology Miltope
Corporation Wyle’s CAS Group
• Integrated Family of Test • Common Missile Warning
Equipment (IFTE) System (CMWS), Laser
• Mortar Systems Detection System (LDS), Radar
Warning Receiver (RWR),
VMware, Inc. Advanced Threat Infrared
• Distributed Common Ground Countermeasures (ATIRCM)
System – Army (DCGS-A) and Common Infrared
Increment 1 Countermeasure (CIRCM)
programs

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Contractors by State

Alabama • V
 ision Technology • Cubic Global Defense • N
 orthrop Grumman
• Anniston Army Depot Miltope Corporation • DRS Technologies, Inc. Electronic Systems
• A rmy Aviation and Missile • Wavelink • Esri
Research Development • Wyle’s CAS Group • General Atomics Aeronautical Connecticut
and Engineering Center • General Dynamics • Colt Defense, LLC
(AMRDEC) Prototype Arizona Information Technology • DRS Fermont
Integration Facility (PIF), • BAE Systems • Gentex Corporation • Goodrich
Redstone Defense Systems • Boeing • Gibson & Barnes • Lex Products Corporation
(RDF) • General Dynamics • HP • Sikorsky
• CGI Federal • General Dynamics • Javelin Joint Venture
• Communications & Ear Mission Systems LLC – Raytheon and Florida
Protection (CEP), Inc. • Honeywell Lockheed Martin • AVT Simulation
• Computer Sciences • Javelin Joint Venture • Keysight Technologies, Inc. • Chemring Ordnance
Corporation LLC – Raytheon and • NetApp • Cole Engineering Services, Inc.
• Dynetics, Inc. Lockheed Martin • Northrop Grumman • Computer Sciences
• General Dynamics • L-3 Communications • Northrop Grumman Corporation
Mission Systems • Lockheed Martin Mission Systems • DRS Technologies, Inc.
• General Dynamics Ordnance • Orbital ATK • Parsons Government • General Dynamics
and Tactical Systems • Raytheon Services, Inc. • General Dynamics Ordnance
• Griffon Aerospace • Raytheon Missile Systems • Rapiscan Systems and Tactical Systems
• Intrepid • Tucson Embedded Systems • Science Applications • Harris Corporation
• Intuitive Research and International • Hawk Protection
Technology Corporation Arkansas Corporation (SAIC) • Javelin Joint Venture
• Javelin Joint Venture • AMTEC Corporation • Thales Raytheon Systems LLC – Raytheon and
LLC – Raytheon and • Lockheed Martin • Vertigo, Inc. Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin • Pine Bluff Arsenal • ViaSat, Inc. • Knight’s Armament Company
• LogiCore • VMware • Leidos, Inc.
• Northrop Grumman California • Lockheed Martin
• Penta Research, Inc. • AeroVironment, Inc. Colorado • L ockheed Martin Mission
• Sigmatech, Inc. • Applied Companies • Birdon Corporation Systems and Training
• Science and Engineering • A rgonST (A Boeing • Capco • Longbow LLC
Services, Inc. Company) • GPS Source, Inc. • Mainstream Engineering
• Software Engineering • ARMTEC • Keysight Technologies Corporation
Directorate (SEC), AMRDEC • BAE Systems • Lockheed Martin • Northrop Grumman
• Ceradyne, Inc. Information Technology

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• N orthrop Grumman • Rock Island Arsenal • A dams Communication and • General Dynamics
Laser Systems • Rock Island Arsenal – Engineering Technology, Inc. • General Dynamics C4
• Nova Technologies Joint Manufacturing & • Booz Allen Hamilton Systems, Inc.
• Optimal Technologies Technology Center • CACI International, Inc. • General Dynamics
International • Computer Sciences Communication Systems
• Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. Indiana Corporation • General Electric
• PULAU Corporation • Allison Transmission • DynPort Vaccine • MediVector, Inc.
• Raytheon • AM General • Engineering Solutions • Raytheon
• Rini Technologies • Crane Army and Products • Sarepta Therapeutics
• Saab Training USA, LLC Ammunition Activity • FLIR Systems, Inc. • Textron Defense Systems
• Simetri, Inc. • Raytheon • Future Skies • Wolf Coach, Inc., an L-3
• Thales Raytheon Systems • Raytheon Technical Services • Garrett Container Communications Company
Systems, Inc.
Georgia Iowa • JANUS Michigan
• BWAY Corporation • American Ordnance • Johns Hopkins University • AM General
• General Dynamics • Rockwell Collins Applied Physics Laboratory • Avon Protection Systems
SATCOM Technologies • Litton Advanced Systems • Detroit Diesel
• Georgia Tech Applied Kansas • Lockheed Martin • Emergent BioSolutions
Research Corporation • Hawker Beechcraft • MaTech • General Dynamics
• Georgia Tech Corporation • Naval Air Warfare Center Land Systems
Research Institute Aircraft Division • Highland Engineering, Inc.
• Gulfstream Kentucky • Northrop Grumman • L-3 Communications
• JCB, Inc. • Bechtel Parsons Blue Grass • URS Federal Services, Inc. • March Industrial
• Kipper Tool Company • Bluegrass Army Depot • SafeNet • Meritor, Inc.
• Meggitt Training Systems • CONCO • Sierra Nevada Corporation • XMCO, Inc.
• Scientific Resource • DRS Environmental • Smiths Detection, Inc.
Corporation Systems, Inc. • Thales Defense & Minnesota
• DRS Technologies, Inc. Security, Inc. • Cummins Power Generation
Illinois • Orbital ATK
• Caterpillar, Inc. Maine Massachusetts
• General Dynamics Ordnance • General Dynamics Armament • Acambis plc Mississippi
and Tactical Systems and Technical Products • A merican Science & • BAE Systems
• Mandus Group Engineering, Inc. • L-3 Vertex
• Navistar Defense Maryland • Bruker Detection Corporation • Olin Corporation
• Northrop Grumman • AAI Corporation • Draper Laboratory, Inc. • Thales Raytheon Systems

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Missouri New Mexico • BAE Systems • G eneral Dynamics
• Boeing • L ockheed Martin Missiles and • Battelle Memorial Institute Ordnance and Tactical
• Boeing Defense, Space Fire Control • Hunter Manufacturing Systems – Scranton Operations
and Security • URS Corporation Company • Gentex Corporation
• DRS Sustainment • Raytheon • L -3 Fuzing and • Kongsberg Defense
Systems, Inc. Ordnance Systems & Aerospace
• DRS Technologies, Inc. New York • Mil-Mar Century, Inc. • L-3 Communications
• Orbital ATK • ADSI • STERIS Corporation • Letterkenny Army Depot
• Avox Systems • POCAL Industries, Inc.
Nevada • Buffalo Turbine Oklahoma • Tobyhanna Army Depot
• Sierra Nevada Corporation • Carleton Technologies, Inc. • Choctaw Manufacturing
• Carter Enterprises, LLC Defense Contractors Rhode Island
New Hampshire • General Dynamics • CymSTAR LLC • General Dynamics
• BAE Systems Information Technology • FLIR Information Technology
• L-3 Warrior Systems • Harris Corporation • L-3 Westwood
• R adiation Safety & • IBM • McAlester Army South Carolina
Control Services • L-3 Communications Ammunition Plant • Caterpillar, Inc.
• Laerdal • Nomadics, Inc. • Charleston Marine
New Jersey • Lockheed Martin Containers, Inc.
• AASKI Technology, Inc. • Remington Arms Oregon • Critical Solutions
• A irborne Systems Company, Inc. • Daimler Trucks North International, Inc.
North America • SRCTec, LLC America LLC/Freightliner • Fabrique National
• AMT • Telephonics Corporation • Skedco, Inc. Manufacturing, LLC
• Bethel Industries • Watervliet Arsenal
• Booz Allen Hamilton Pennsylvania Tennessee
• David H. Pollock Consultants North Carolina • Action Manufacturing • Barrett Firearms
• L-3 Communications • Chemring Detection Systems • BAE Systems Manufacturing
• L-3 Communications – East • Daimler Trucks North • BAE Systems, Inc. • Holston Army
• MITRE America LLC/Freightliner • Boeing Ammunition Plant
• Switlik Parachute Company • Isometrics, Inc. • ChemImage • Short Bark Industries
• Tel-Instrument • KDH Defense Systems • Carnegie Robotics LLC
Electronics Corporation • Red Hat • Fidelity Technologies Texas
• ViaTech Systems, Inc. Corporation • Airbus Helicopter, Inc.
Ohio • General Dynamics Ordnance • AT&T
• AlphaMicron and Tactical Systems • Casteel Manufacturing

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• D ay & Zimmerman – Vermont • T

 echnology and Supply INTERNATIONAL
Lone Star • General Dynamics Management LLC CONTRACTORS
• Dell • General Dynamics Ordnance • Vertu Corporation
• DRS Technologies, Inc. and Tactical Systems • Vision Ability Execution Canada
• Elbit Systems of America • Revision Military Ltd. • Cangene, Corporation
• Javelin Joint Venture • Tri-Tech USA, Inc. Washington • General Dynamics Land
LLC – Raytheon and • Berg Companies, Inc. Systems – Canada
Lockheed Martin Virginia • Fluke Corporation • General Dynamics Ordnance
• Kalmar RT Center LLC • Accenture Federal Services and Tactical Systems
• King Aerospace, Inc. • Adams Communication & West Virginia • WESCAM
• L -3 Communications Engineering Technology • Northrop Grumman • Tekmira Pharmaceutical
Mission Integration • A irbus Defense and Space, Inc. • Orbital ATK Corporation
• L-3 MID • BAE Systems
• Lockheed Martin • Bechtel National, Inc. Wisconsin Croatia
• M-7 Aerospace • Booz Allen Hamilton • AMTEC Corporation • DOK-ING d.o.o.
• Northrop Grumman • CACI International, Inc. • Case New Holland
Technical Services • Connected Logistics, Inc. • Oshkosh Corporation Denmark
• Oshkosh Corporation • DRS Technologies, Inc. • Hydrema
• Potomac Fusion • Entwistle Washington, D.C.
• Raytheon • General Dynamics • Booz Allen Hamilton Germany
• Red River Army Depot • Harris Corporation • Siemens • General Dynamics European
• Signature Science, LLC • Heckler and Koch Land Systems – Germany
• Southwest Research Institute Defense, Inc.
• Textron/Overwatch Systems • INMARSAT United Kingdom
• Thales Raytheon Systems • Intelligent Decision • BAE Systems
• K force Government • Raytheon
Utah Solutions, Inc.
• BioFire Defense, LLC • Leidos, Inc.
• L-3 Communications • LMI Consulting
• L -3 Communication • ManTech
Systems – West • MITRE
• NITEK
• Northrop Grumman
• PM Ground Soldier

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120M Motor Grader Abrams Tank Upgrade Air and Missile Defense Air Warrior (AW)
PEO Combat Support and PEO Ground Combat Systems Planning and Control System PEO Soldier
Combat Service Support Main Battle Tank Systems (AMDPCS) Product Manager Air Warrior
Product Manager Combat SFAE-GCS-MA PEO Missiles and Space SFAE-SDR-AW
Engineer/Material Handling 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Counter-Rocket, Artillery, 6726 Odyssey Drive NW.
Equipment Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Mortar (C-RAM) Program Redstone Arsenal, AL 35806
SFAE-CSS-FP-C Directorate
6501 E. 11 Mile Road Advanced Field Artillery SFAE-MSLS-CRAM Airborne and Maritime/Fixed
Mail Stop 401 Tactical Data System 5250 Martin Road Station (AMF)
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 (AFATDS) Redstone Arsenal, AL PEO Command, Control and
PEO Command, Control and 35898-5000 Communications – Tactical
2.75 Inch Rocket Systems Communications – Tactical Project Manager Tactical Radios
(Hydra-70) Product Director Fire Support Air Defense Artillery SFAE-CCC-TR
PEO Missiles and Space Command and Control (ADA) Targets 6007 Combat Drive
JAMS Project Office SFAE-C3T-MC-FSC2 PEO Simulation, Training, and Aberdeen Proving Ground,
SFAE-MSLS-JAMS 6007 Combat Drive Instrumentation MD 21005
5250 Martin Road 5th Floor Project Manager Instrumentation,
Redstone Arsenal, AL Aberdeen Proving Ground, Targets and Threat Simulators Airborne Reconnaissance
35898-8000 MD 21005 SFAE-STRI-ITTS Low (ARL)
12350 Research Parkway PEO Aviation
621G Scraper AH-64D/E Apache Orlando, FL 32826 Fixed Wing Project Office
PEO Combat Support and PEO Aviation SFAE-AV-FW
Combat Service Support PM Apache Air Soldier System (Air SS) 650 Discovery Drive
Product Manager Combat SFAE-AV PEO Soldier Redstone Arsenal, AL 35805
Engineer/Material Handling 5307 Sparkman Circle Product Manager Air Warrior
Equipment Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 SFAE-SDR-AW AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel
SFAE-CSS-FP-C 6726 Odyssey Drive NW. PEO Missiles and Space
6501 E. 11 Mile Road Redstone Arsenal, AL 35806 Cruise Missile Defense Systems
Mail Stop 401 Project
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 SFAE-MSL-CMA
5250 Martin Road
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898

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AN/TPQ-50 Lightweight Army Integrated Air and Assault Breacher Vehicle (ABV) Battlefield Kitchen (BK)
Counter Mortar Radar Missile Defense (AIAMD) PEO Combat Support and PEO Combat Support and
(LCMR) PEO Missiles and Space Combat Service Support Combat Service Support
PEO Missiles and Space Integrated Air and Missile PM Bridging Systems Product Manager Force
Product Manager Radars Defense Project Office SFAE-CSS-FP-H Sustainment Systems
SFAE-MSL-CRR SFAE-MSL-IA 6501 E. 11 Mile Road SFAE-CSS-E2-F
6001 Combat Drive 5250 Martin Road Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897-5000 General Green Avenue
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898- Natick, MA 01760-5057
21005 8000 Assembled Chemical Weapons
Alternatives (ACWA) Biometric Enabling
AN/TPQ-53 Counterfire Target Army Key Management PEO Assembled Chemical Capability (BEC)
Acquisition Radar System (AKMS) Weapons Alternatives PEO Enterprise Information
PEO Missiles and Space PEO Command, Control and SFAE-ACW-Z Systems
Product Manager Radars Communications – Tactical 5183 Blackhawk Road PM DoD Biometrics
SFAE-MSL-CRR Project Director Network Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD SFAE-PS-BI
6006 Combat Drive Enablers 21010-5424 200 Stovall Street
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 6007 Combat Drive Suite 10N07
21005 5th Floor Autonomous Mine Detection Alexandria, VA 22332
Aberdeen Proving Ground, System (AMDS)
Armored Multi-Purpose MD 21005 PEO Ammunition Black Hawk/UH/HH-60
Vehicle (AMPV) Project Manager Close Combat PEO Aviation
PEO Ground Combat System Army Watercraft Systems Utility Helicopters Project Office
Program Manager Armored Systems (AWS) SFAE-AMO-CCS SFAE-AV-UH
Multi-Purpose Vehicle PEO Combat Support and Building 1 5308 Patton Road
SFAE-GCS-A Combat Service Support Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Redstone Arsenal, AL
6501 E. 11 Mile Road SFAE-CSS-TS-AWS 35898-5000
Mail Stop 463 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Aviation Combined Arms
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Tactical Trainer (AVCATT)
PEO for Simulation, Training,
Artillery Ammunition and Instrumentation
PEO Ammunition Project Manager Integrated
PM Combat Ammunition Training Environment
Systems SFAE-STRI-PMITE
SFAE-AMO-CAS 12350 Research Parkway
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Orlando, FL 32826-3276

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Bradley Fighting Vehicle Call For Fire Trainer Increment Chemical, Biological, Common Bridge Transporter
Systems (BFVS) 3 (CFFT 3) Radiological, Nuclear PEO Combat Support and
PEO Ground Combat Systems PEO for Simulation, Training, Dismounted Reconnaissance Combat Service Support
Product Manager Bradley and Instrumentation Sets, Kits, and Outfits (CBRN PdM Bridging
Fighting Vehicle Systems Project Manager Instrumentation, DR SKO) SFAE-CSS-FP-H
SFAE-GCS-FV Targets and Threat Simulation JPEO for Chemical and 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
6501 E. 11 Mile Road SFAE-STRI-ITTS Biological Defense Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000
Building 229 12350 Research Parkway Joint Project Manager NBC
Mail Stop 531 Orlando, FL 32826 Contamination Avoidance Common Hardware
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 SFAE-CBD-NBC-R Systems (CHS)
CH-47F Chinook 5183 Blackhawk Road PEO Command, Control and
Calibration Sets Equipment PEO Aviation Building 2800 Communications – Tactical
(CALSETS) SFAE-AV-CH-ICH Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Product Director Common
PEO Combat Support and Building 5678 21010-5425 Hardware Systems (PD-CHS)
Combat Service Support Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 SFAE-C3T-NE
Product Director Test, Close Combat Tactical 6007 Combat Drive
Measurement, and Diagnostic Chemical Biological Medical Trainer (CCTT) Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Equipment Systems – Therapeutics PEO for Simulation, Training, 21005
SFAE-CSS-JC-TM JPEO for Chemical and and Instrumentation
3651 Army TACMS Drive Biological Defense Project Manager Integrated Common Missile Warning
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 Joint Project Manager Medical Training Environment System (CMWS), Laser
Countermeasure Systems SFAE-STRI-PMITE Detection System (LDS), Radar
Call For Fire Trainer (CFFT) 1564 Freedman Drive 12350 Research Parkway Warning Receiver (RWR),
Immersive System Fort Detrick, MD 21702 Orlando, FL 32826-3276 Advanced Threat Infrared
PEO for Simulation, Training, Countermeasures (ATIRCM),
and Instrumentation Chemical Biological Protective Combat Service Support and Common Infrared
Project Manager Instrumentation, Shelter (CBPS) – M8E1 Communications (CSS Comms) Countermeasure (CIRM)
Targets and Threat Simulation JPEO for Chemical and PEO Enterprise programs
SFAE-STRI-ITTS Biological Defense Information Systems PEO Intelligence Electronic
12350 Research Parkway Joint Project Manager Protection PM Defense Communications Warfare & Sensors
Orlando, FL 32826 50 Tech Parkway and Army Transmission Systems PM Aircraft Survivability
Suite 301 SFAE-PS-TS Equipment
Stafford, VA 22556 9350 Hall Road SFAE-IEW-ASE
Building 1445 6726 Odyssey Drive
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35806

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Common Remotely Operated Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Distributed Common Ground Early Entry Fluid Distribution
Weapon Station (CROWS) Mortar (C-RAM) / Intercept System – Army (DCGS-A) System (E2FDS)
PEO Soldier Land-Based Phalanx Weapon Increment 1 PEO Combat Support and
Project Manager Soldier Weapons System (LPWS) PEO Intelligence, Electronic Combat Service Support
SFAE-SDR-SW PEO Missiles and Space Warfare and Sensors Petroleum and Water Systems
Building 151 C-RAM Intercept LPWS Product PM Distributed Common SFAE-CSS-FP
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Office Ground System–Army 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
SFAE-MSL-CR (DCGS-A) Mail Stop 111
Common Robotic System – 5250 Martin Road SFAE-IEW-DCG Warren, MI48397
Individual (CRS(I)) Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898- 6006 Combat Drive
PEO Combat Support and 5000 Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Engagement Skills
Combat Service Support 21005-0001 Trainer (EST)
Unmanned Ground Vehicles Cryptographic Systems PEO for Simulation, Training,
SFAE-CSS-FP PEO Command, Control and Distributed Common Ground and Instrumentation
6501 E. 11 Mile Road Communications - Tactical System – Army (DCGS-A) Project Manager Instrumentation,
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397 PD COMSEC Increment 2 Targets and Threat Simulators
Cryptographic Systems PEO Intelligence, Electronic SFAE-STRI-ITTS
Counter Defilade Target SFAE-CCC-CMC Warfare & Sensors 12350 Research Parkway
Engagement (CDTE) – XM25 6007 Combat Drive PM Distributed Common Orlando, FL 32826
PEO Soldier F5-140-44 Ground System – Army
PM Soldier Weapons Aberdeen Proving Ground, (DCGS-A) Enhanced Medium Altitude
SFAE-SDR-SW MD 21005 6006 Combat Drive Reconnaissance and
Building 151 Room B2-133 Surveillance System (EMARSS)
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Defense Enterprise Wideband Aberdeen Proving Ground, PEO Aviation
SATCOM System (DEWSS) MD 21005 Fixed Wing Project Office
PEO Enterprise SFAE-AV-FW
Information Systems 650 Discovery Drive
PM Defense Communications Redstone Arsenal, AL 35805
and Army Transmission Systems
SFAE-PS-TS
9350 Hall Road
Building 1445
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

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Enhanced Night Vision Family of Engineer Combat Family of Weapon Sights – Force Protection Systems
Goggle (ENVG) and Construction Sets Crew Served (FWS-CS) JPEO for Chemical and
PEO Soldier (ECACS) PEO Soldier Biological Defense
PM Soldier Sensors and Lasers PEO Combat Support and PM Soldier Sensors and Lasers Joint Project Manager Guardian
SFAE-SDR-SSL Combat Service Support SFAE-SDR-SSL SFAE-CBD-GN-F
10125 Gratiot Road Product Manager Sets, Kits, 10125 Gratiot Road E. 2800 Bush River Road
Building 218 Outfits, and Tools Building 318 Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 SFAE-CSS-JC-SK Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 21010-5424
6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Excalibur Precision Mail Stop 640 Family of Weapon Sights – Force Provider (FP)
155 mm Projectiles Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Individual (FWS-I) PEO Combat Support and
PEO Ammunition PEO Soldier Combat Service Support
PM Excalibur Family of Medium Tactical PM Soldier Sensors and Lasers PM Force Sustainment Systems
SFAE-AMO-CAS-EX Vehicles (FMTV) SFAE-SDR-SSL SFAE-CSS-FP-F
Buffington Road PEO Combat Support and 10125 Gratiot Road Kansas Street
Building 172 Combat Service Support Building 318 Natick, MA 01760-5057
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ Product Manager Medium Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
07806-5000 Tactical Vehicles General Fund Enterprise
SFAE-CSS Family of Weapon Sights – Business Systems (GFEBS)
Expeditionary Water Packing 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Sniper (FWS-S) PEO Enterprise
System (EWPS) Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897-5000 PEO Soldier Information Systems
PEO Combat Support and PM Soldier Sensors and Lasers PM General Fund Enterprise
Combat Service Support Family of Military Working SFAE-SDR-SSL Business System
Petroleum and Water Systems Dogs Equipment and Kennel 10125 Gratiot Road SFAE-PS-GF
SFAE-CSS-FP PEO Ammunition Building 318 9350 Hall Road
6501 E. 11 Mile Road Project Manager Close Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Building 1445
Mail Stop 111 Combat Systems Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397 SFAE-AMO-CCS Fixed Wing
Building 1 PEO Aviation
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Fixed Wing Project Office
SFAE-AV-FW
650 Discovery Drive
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35805

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Global Combat Support Guided Multiple Launch Heavy Expanded Mobility High Mobility Multipurpose
System – Army (GCSS-Army) Rocket System (GMLRS) Tactical Truck (HEMTT)/ Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV)
PEO Enterprise Information DPICM/Unitary/ HEMTT Extended Service PEO Combat Support and
Systems Alternative Warhead Program (ESP) Combat Service Support
PM Global Combat Support PEO Missiles and Space PEO Combat Support and Product Director Light
Systems – Army Precision Fires Rocket and Combat Service Support Tactical Vehicles
SFAE-PS-AE-GCS Missile Systems PM Heavy Tactical Vehicles SFAE-CSS-TS-LT
9350 Hall Road SFAE-MSLS-PF SFAE-CSS-TS-H 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Building 1445 5250 Martin Road 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Mail Stop 245
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 Mail Stop 429 Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897-5000
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000
Global Command and Control Handheld, Manpack and Small Home Station Instrumentation
System – Army (GCCS-A) Form Fit (HMS) HELLFIRE Family of Missiles Training System (HITS)
PEO Command, Control and PEO Command, Control and PEO Missiles and Space PEO for Simulation, Training,
Communications – Tactical Communications - Tactical JAMS Project Office and Instrumentation
Product Manager Strategic Program Manager SFAE-MSLS-JAMS Project Manager Training
Mission Command Tactical Radios 5250 Martin Road Devices
SFAE-C3T-MC-SMC SFAE-CCC-TR Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 SFAE-STRI-TRADE
6007 Combat Drive 6007 Combat Drive 12350 Research Parkway
5th Floor Aberdeen Proving Ground, High Mobility Engineer Orlando, FL 32826
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 Excavator (HMEE) I and III
MD 21005 PEO Combat Support and Husky Mounted Detection
Heavy Equipment Transporter Combat Service Support System (HMDS)
Guardrail Common System (HETS) Product Manager Combat PEO Intelligence, Electronic
Sensor (GR/CS) PEO Combat Support and Engineer/Material Handling Warfare and Sensors
PEO Aviation Combat Service Support Equipment Project Manager Close Combat
Fixed Wing Project Office PdM Heavy Tactical Vehicles SFAE-CSS-FP-C Systems
SFAE-AVN-FW SFAE-CSS-TS-H 6501 E. 11 Mile Road SFAE-AMO-CCS
650 Discovery Drive 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Mail Stop 401 183 Buffington Road
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35806 Mail Stop 429 Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000

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Improved Environmental Indirect Fire Protection Integrated Family of Test Javelin
Control Units (IECU) Capability Increment 2 – Equipment (IFTE) PEO Missiles and Space
PEO Combat Support and Intercept Block 1 PEO Combat Support and PM Close Combat Weapon
Combat Service Support PEO Missiles and Space Combat Service Support Systems Project Office
Project Manager Expeditionary Cruise Missile Defense Systems Product Director Test, SFAE-MSL-CWS-J
& Sustainment System Project Office Measurement, and Diagnostic 111 Hankins Drive
SFAE-CSS-E2 SFAE-MSL-CMM Equipment Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
5850 Delafield Road 5250 Martin Road SFAE-CSS-JC-TM
Building 324 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 3651 Army TACMS Drive Joint Air-to-Ground Missile
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060-5809 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 (JAGM)
Installation Information PEO Missiles and Space
Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB) Infrastructure Modernization Integrated Personnel and Pay Joint Air to Ground Missile
PEO Combat Support and Program (I3MP) System – Army (IPPS-A) Product Office
Combat Service Support PEO Enterprise PEO Enterprise SFAE-MSL-JAMS-M
PM Bridging Systems Information Systems Information Systems 5250 Martin Road
SFAE-CSS-FP-H PM Installation Information PD Integrated Personnel and Pay Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
6501 E. 11 Mile Road Infrastructure Modernization System – Army
Mail Stop 401 Program SFAE-PS-IP Joint Assault Bridge
Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897-5000 SFAE-PS-I3-MP 9350 Hall Road PEO Combat Support and
9350 Hall Road Building 1445 Combat Service Support
Improved Target Acquisition Building 1445 Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 PdM Bridging
System (ITAS) Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 SFAE-CSS-FP-H
PEO Missiles and Space Intelligence Electronic Warfare 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
PM Close Combat Weapon Instrumentable – Multiple Tactical Proficiency Trainer Warren, MN 43897-5000
Systems Project Office Integrated Laser Engagement (IEWTPT)
SFAE-MSL-CWS-J System (I-MILES) PEO for Simulation, Training, Joint Battle Command –
111 Hankins Drive PEO for Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation Platform (JBC-P)
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 and Instrumentation Project Manager Instrumentation, PEO Command, Control and
Project Manager Training Targets and Threat Simulators Communications – Tactical
Devices SFAE-STRI-ITTS PM Mission Command
SFAE-STRI-PMTRADE 12350 Research Parkway SFAE-CCC-MC
12350 Research Parkway Orlando, FL 32826 6007 Combat Drive
Orlando, FL 32826 4th Floor
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
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Joint Biological Tactical Joint Effects Targeting System Joint Personal Dosimeter (JPD) Joint Service Equipment Wipe
Detection System (JBTDS) (JETS) Target Location JPEO for Chemical and (JSEW)
JPEO for Chemical and Designation System (TLDS) Biological Defense JPEO for Chemical and
Biological Defense PEO Soldier Joint Project Manager for Biological Defense
SFAE-CBD-BD-PD-FoS Project Manager Soldier Sensors Radiological and Nuclear Defense Joint Project Manager Protection
5183 Blackhawk Road and Lasers SFAE-CBD-RND 50 Tech Parkway
Building E3549 SFAE-SDR-SSL 5101 Hoadley Road Suite 301
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 10125 Gratiot Road Aberdeen Proving Ground, Stafford, VA 22556
21010-5424 Building 318 MD 21010
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Joint Service General Purpose
Joint Chemical Agent Detector Joint Precision Airdrop System Mask (JSGPM) M-50/M-51
(JCAD) M4A1 Joint Land Component (JPADS) JPEO for Chemical and
JPEO for Chemical and Constructive Training PEO Combat Support and Biological Defense
Biological Defense Capability (JLCCTC) Combat Service Support Joint Project Manager Protection
Joint Project Manager NBC PEO for Simulation, Training, PM Force Sustainment Systems 50 Tech Parkway
Contamination Avoidance and Instrumentation SFAE-CSS-FP-F Suite 301
SFAE-CBD-NBC Project Manager Integrated Kansas Street Stafford, VA 22556
5183 Blackhawk Road Training Environment Natick, MA 01760-5057
Building 2800 STRI-SFAE-ITE Joint Service Transportable
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 12350 Research Parkway Joint Service Aircrew Decontaminating System Small
21010-5424 Orlando, FL 32826 Mask – Rotary Wing Scale (JSTDS-SS) M26
(JSAM RW) (MPU-5) JPEO for Chemical and
Joint Effects Model (JEM) Joint Light Tactical Vehicle JPEO for Chemical and Biological Defense
JPEO for Chemical and (JLTV) Biological Defense Joint Project Manager Protection
Biological Defense PEO Common Support and Joint Project Manager Protection 50 Tech Parkway
Joint Project Manager Combat Service Support 50 Tech Parkway Suite 301
Information System JPEO Joint Light Tactical Suite 301 Stafford, VA 22556
4301 Pacific Highway Vehicle (JLTV) Stafford, VA 22556
Building 0T3 Room 52142 SFAE-CSS-JL
San Diego, CA 92110 43087 Lake Street, NE
Building 301 Mail Stop 640
Harrison Twp, MI 48045-4941

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Joint Tactical Ground Station Light Capability Rough Terrain Line Haul Tractor Long Range Precision
(JTAGS) Forklift (LCRTF) PEO Combat Support and Fires (LRPF)
PEO Missiles and Space PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support PEO Missiles and Space
Missile Defense and Space Combat Service Support PM Heavy Tactical Vehicles Precision Fires Rocket and
Systems Project Office Product Manager Combat SFAE-CSS-TV-H Missile Systems
SFAE-MSL-MD Engineer/Material 6501 E. 11 Mile Road SFAE-MSLS-PF
5250 Martin Road Handling Equipment Mail Stop 429 5250 Martin Road
Redstone Arsenal, AL SFAE-CSS-FP-C Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
35898-8000 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Mail Stop 401 Line of Communications M109 Family of Vehicles
Joint Warning and Reporting Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Bridge (LOCB) (FOV) (Paladin/FAASV, PIM
Network (JWARN) PEO Combat Support and SPH/CAT)
JPEO for Chemical and Lightweight 155 mm Howitzer Combat Service Support PEO Ground Combat Systems
Biological Defense System (LW155) PdM Bridging SFAE-GCS-F
Joint Project Manager PEO Ammunition SFAE-CSS-FP-H 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Information System JPMO Towed Artillery Systems 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Mail Stop 531
4301 Pacific Highway SFAE-AMO-TAS Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897-5000 Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397
Building 0T3 Room 52142 Building 151
San Diego, CA 92110 Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Load Handling System M160 Robotic Mine Flail
Compatible Water Tank PEO Combat Support and
Lakota UH-72A Light Utility Lightweight Laser Designator Rack (Hippo) Combat Service Support
Helicopter (LUH) Rangefinder (LLDR) AN/PED- PEO Combat Support and Appliqué and Large Unmanned
PEO Aviation 1 and AN/PED-1A Combat Service Support Ground Systems
Utility Helicopters Project Office PEO Soldier PM Petroleum and Water Systems SFAE-CSS-FP
PEO AVN-UH-LUH PM Soldier Sensors and Lasers SFAE-CSS-FP-P 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Lakota/UH-72A 10125 Gratiot Road 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397
5308 Patton Road Building 318 Mail Stop 111
Redstone Arsenal, AL Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897
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M88A2 Improved Recovery Medical Countermeasure Medium Caliber Mine Resistant Ambush
Vehicle HERCULES (Heavy Systems (MCS) – Diagnostics Ammunition (MCA) Protected Vehicles (MRAP),
Equipment Recovery Combat JPEO for Chemical and PEO Ammunition Army
Utility Lift and Evacuation Biological Defense PM Maneuver Ammunition PEO Command Support and
System) JPM Chemical Biological Systems Combat Service Support
PEO Ground Combat Systems Medical Systems SFAE-AMO-MAS Army Project Office MRAP
PM Combat Recovery Systems 1564 Freedman Drive Building 351 SFAE-CSS-MR
SFAE-GCS-MR Fort Detrick, MD 21702 Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
650 E. 11 Mile Road Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Medical Countermeasure Mid-Tier Networking Vehicular
Systems (MCS) – Joint Vaccine Radio (MNVR) Mobile Maintenance
Man Transportable Robot Acquisition Program (JVAP) PEO Command, Control and Equipment Systems (MMES)
System (MTRS) Increment 2 and Bioscavenger Communications – Tactical PEO Combat Support and
PEO Combat Support and JPEO for Chemical and Project Manager Tactical Radios Combat Service Support
Combat Service Support Biological Defense SFAE-CCC-TR PdM Sets, Kits, Outfits and Tools
Unmanned Ground Vehicles Joint Project Manager Chemical 6007 Combat Drive SFAE-CSS
SFAE-CSS-FP Biological Medical Systems Aberdeen Proving Ground, 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
6501 E. 11 Mile Road 1564 Freedman Drive MD 21005 Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397 Fort Detrick, MD 21702
Mine Protection Vehicle Family Modular Fuel System (MFS)
Medical Communications for Medical Simulation Training (MPVF), Mine Clearing Vehicle PEO Combat Support and
Combat Casualty Care (MC4) Center (MSTC) (MCV), Explosive Hazard Pre- Combat Service Support
PEO Enterprise Information PEO for Simulation, Training, Detonation (EHP) PM Petroleum and Water Systems
Systems and Instrumentation PEO Combat Support and SFAE-CSS-FP
PM Medical Communications for Project Manager Training Combat Service Support 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Combat Casualty Care (MC4) Devices (TRADE) Product Manager Assured Mail Stop 111
SFAE-PS-MC SFAE-STRI-TRADE Mobility Systems Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397
9350 Hall Road 12350 Research Parkway SFAE-CSS-MRA
Building 1445 Orlando, FL 32826-3276 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Mortar Systems
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897-5000 PEO Ammunition
PM Combat Ammunition
Systems
SFAE-AMO-CAS-MS
B162S
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806

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MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Nett Warrior (NW) Nuclear Biological Chemical PATRIOT Advanced
Aircraft System (UAS) PEO Soldier Reconnaissance Vehicle Capability – 3 (PAC-3)
PEO Aviation Project Manager Soldier Warrior (NBCRV) – Stryker Sensor PEO Missiles and Space
Project Manager Unmanned SFAE-SDR-SWAR Suites Project Manager Lower Tier
Aircraft Systems 10125 Kingman Road JPEO for Chemical and Project Office
SFAE-AV-UAS Building 317 Biological Defense SFAE-MSLS-LT
5300 Martin Road Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Joint Project Manager NBC 5250 Martin Road
Redstone Arsenal, AL Contamination Avoidance Redstone Arsenal, AL
35898-5000 Next Generation Chemical SFAE-CBD-NBC-R 35898-8000
Detector (NGCD) 5183 Blackhawk Road
Multiple Launch Rocket JPEO for Chemical and Building 2800 Precision Guidance Kit (PGK)
System (MLRS) M270A1 Biological Defense Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD PEO Ammunition
PEO Missiles and Space Joint Project Manager for 21010-5425 PM Combat Ammunition
Project Office Precision Fires Nuclear, Biological and Systems
Rocket and Missile Systems Chemical Contamination One Semi-Automated Force SFAE-AMO-CAS
SFAE-MSL-PF-FAL SFAE-CBD-NBC-R (OneSAF) Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806
Building 112 5183 Blackhawk Road PEO for Simulation, Training,
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 Aberdeen Proving Ground, and Instrumentation Prophet
MD 21010 Project Manager Integrated PEO Intelligence, Electronic
NAVSTAR Global Positioning Training Environment Warfare and Sensors
System (GPS) Non-Intrusive Inspection SFAE-STRI-ITE PM PROPHET
PEO Intelligence, Electronic Systems (NIIS) 12350 Research Parkway SFAE-IEW EWP
and Sensors JPEO for Chemical and Orlando, FL 32826 Building 5100
Program Manager Navigation Biological Defense Aberdeen Proving Ground,
and Timing Joint Project Manager Guardian Palletized Load System (PLS) MD 21005
SAAL-SSI-PNT SFAE-CBD-GN and PLS Extended Service
6006 Combat Drive E. 2800 Bush River Road Program (ESP)
B2101 Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD PEO Combat Support and
Aberdeen Proving Ground, 21010-5424 Combat Service Support
MD 21005 PM Heavy Tactical Vehicles
SFAE-CSS-TS-H
6501 E. 11 Mile Road
Mail Stop 429
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000

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Radiological Detection RQ-7Bv2 Shadow Tactical Small Arms – Crew Soldier Protection System (SPS)
System (RDS) Unmanned Aircraft Served Weapons PEO Soldier
JPEO for Chemical and System (TUAS) PEO Soldier Product Manager Soldier
Biological Defense PEO Aviation PM Soldier Weapons Protection and Individual
Joint Project Manager for Project Manager Unmanned SFAE-SDR-SW Equipment
Radiological Nuclear Detection Aircraft Systems Building 151 SFAE-SDR-SPE
SFAE-CBD-RND SFAE-AV-UAS Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 10170 Beach Road
5101 Hoadley Road 5300 Martin Road Building 325
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Redstone Arsenal, AL Small Arms – Individual Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
MD 21010 35898-5000 Weapons
PEO Soldier Spider – Command Destruct
Rocket, Artillery, Mortar RQ-11B Raven Small PM Soldier Weapons Networked Command
(RAM) Warn Unmanned Aircraft SFAE-SDR-SW Munition Dispensing Set
PEO Missiles and Space System (SUAS) Building 151 Increment 1A
Counter-Rocket, Artillery, and PEO Aviation Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 PEO Ammunition
Mortar (C-RAM) Program Project Manager Unmanned PM Close Combat Systems
Directorate Aircraft Systems (UAS) Small Arms – Precision SFAE-AMO-CCS
SFAE-MSL-CR SFAE-AV-UAS Weapons 183 Buffington Road
5250 Martin Road 5300 Martin Road PEO Soldier Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 Redstone Arsenal, AL Project Manager Soldier Weapons 07806-5000
35898-5000 SFAE-SDR-SW
Route Clearance Interrogation Building 151 Stryker Family of Vehicles
System (RCIS) Type 1 Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 PEO Ground Combat Systems
PEO Combat Support and Reliable Tactical Terminal Project Manager Stryker Brigade
Combat Service Support (SMART-T) Small Caliber Ammunition Combat Team
Appliqué and Large Unmanned PEO Command, Control and PEO Ammunition SFAE-GCS-BCT MS 325
Ground Systems Communications – Tactical PM Maneuver Ammunition 6501 E. 11 Mile Road
SFAE-CSS-FP PM WIN-T Systems Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397
6501 E. 11 Mile Road SFAE-CCC-WTS SFAE-AMO-MAS
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 6010 Frankford Street Building 351
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806
MD 21005

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Synthetic Training Tactical Mission 6010 Frankford Street Warfighter Information
Environment (STE) Command (TMC) Aberdeen Proving Ground, Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
PEO for Simulation, Training, PEO Command, Control and MD 21005 Increment 1
and Instrumentation Communications – Tactical PEO Command, Control and
Project Manager Integrated SFAE-C3T-MC-TMC Tube-Launched, Optically Communications – Tactical
Training Environment 6007 Combat Drive Tracked, Wireless-Guided PM WIN-T
SFAE-STRI-ITE Floor 5 (TOW) Missiles SFAE-CCC-WT
12350 Research Parkway Aberdeen Proving Ground, PEO Missiles and Space 6010 Frankford Street
Orlando, FL 32826 MD 21005 PM Close Combat Weapon Aberdeen Proving Ground,
Systems Project Office MD 21005
T-9 Medium Dozer Tank Ammunition SFAE-MSL-CWS-T
PEO Combat Support and PEO Ammunition 111 Hankins Drive Warfighter Information
Combat Service Support SFAE-AMO-MAS Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
Product Manager Combat Building 351 Increment 2
Engineer/Material Handling Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 Unified Command Suite (UCS) PEO Command, Control and
Equipment JPEO for Chemical and Communications – Tactical
SFAE-CSS-FP-C Test Equipment Biological Defense PM WIN-T
6501 E. 11 Mile Road Modernization (TEMOD) Joint Project Manager Guardian SFAE-CCC-WT
Mail Stop 401 PEO Combat Support and SFAE-CBD-GN 6010 Frankford Street
Detroit Arsenal, MI 48397-5000 Combat Service Support 5183 Blackhawk Road Aberdeen Proving Ground,
Product Director Test, Building E4465 MD 21005
Tactical Electric Power (TEP) Measurement, and Diagnostic Aberdeen Proving Ground,
PEO Combat Support and Equipment MD 21010 Warfighter Information
Combat Service Support SFAE-CSS-JC-TM Network – Tactical (WIN-T)
Project Manager Expeditionary 3651 Army TACMS Drive Unit Water Pod System Increment 3
Energy and Sustainment System Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 (Camel II) PEO Command, Control and
SFAE-CSS-E2 PEO Combat Support and Communications – Tactical
5850 Delafield Road Transportable Tactical Combat Service Support PM WIN-T
Building 324 Command Communications PM Petroleum and Water Systems SFAE-CCC-WT
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060-5809 (T2C2) SFAE-CSS-FP 6010 Frankford Street
PEO Command, Control and 6501 E. 11 Mile Road Aberdeen Proving Ground,
Communications – Tactical Mail Stop 111 MD 21005
Project Manager Warfighter Detroit Arsenal, MI 43897
Information Network – Tactical
SFAE-CCC-WT

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 Assistant Secretary
of the Army for
Acquisition, Logistics
and Technology
(ASA(ALT))

MISSION STATEMENT:
Provide our Soldiers a decisive advantage in
any mission by maintaining quality acquisition
professionals to develop, acquire, field and sustain
the world’s best equipment and services through
efficient leveraging of technologies and capabilities
to meet current and future Army needs.

VISION STATEMENT:
Best equipped Army that maintains the technolog-
ical advantage and capabilities against any threat
in any environment.

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PREPARED BY:

Assistant Secretary of the Army for

Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT))
103 Army Pentagon, Room 2E251
Washington, DC 20310-0103