SM-6 Blk IB

Abstract

This program leverages existing missile technology and advanced missile technology from the SM-6 BLK IB Phase IA Rocket Motor Rapid Prototyping Experimentation and Demonstration (RPED) effort completing in FY 20. It aligns with the STANDARD Missile roadmap and takes advantage of the Navy's investment in the AEGIS Weapon System (AWS). This missile will provide an extended range capability for SM-6 and will be a key contributor to the protection of Joint U.S. Forces, in support of the 2018 National Defense Strategy. SM-6 Block IB addresses valid Joint, Fleet, and Navy Urgent Operational Needs and existing, Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC)-approved requirements. The Accelerated Acquisition Board of Directors (AA BoD) met on 17 January 2018 and approved the designation of the SM-6 Block IB Phase IA (Rocket Motor) as a Rapid Prototyping, Experimentation and Demonstration (RPED) project. This designation acknowledged the requirement to expedite the development, acquisition and fielding of the SM-6 Block IB to Naval Forces. The AA BoD met 9 November 2018 and directed SM-6 BLKIB to commence All Up Round prototyping (Phase IB). In December 2020, the program initiated a restructure to transition from an Accelerated Acquisition program with 10 USC 2538 authority to a Major Development Acquisition Program (MDAP).

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Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2022
Source ID
2063_0604366N_5_1319_PB_2022

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