Knowledge Centers
Abstract
Knowledge Centers serve as independent technical advisors to MDA program offices in the Command, Control, Battle Management and Communications, Interceptor, Space, and Sensor areas to support development of technical approaches and improve reliability. - Provide Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC) and University Affiliated Research Centers (UARC) subject matter expertise, to include reach-back capability as needed, for Element program managers: -- Provide Subject Matter Expertise and analytical support for Independent Review Teams, mission assurance assessments, Failure Review Boards and Failure Investigation Teams -- Identify and provide recommendations to mitigate technical risks, including innovative and unconventional approaches -- Promote knowledge sharing between external technical sources and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) - Perform independent technical assessments of critical System and Element program issues: -- Define element knowledge points, establish closure criteria, and provide closure recommendations -- Continue to provide System and Element performance assessments - Conduct assessments of emerging technologies as required Specific and/or unique accomplishments to each FY are as follows:
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 3bc57ea73ca05f22339cc4f0b95e64ac
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- Root: BMD Enabling Programs