Evolved AEHF MILSATCOM

Abstract

This project funds the AEHF Capability and Affordability Insertion Program (CAIP) which advances capability maturation for insertion in future space vehicle increments (i.e., SV 7-8) and establishes long-term, strategic innovation of advanced capabilities. CAIP supports the replenishment of AEHF satellites which will be procured through the Department of Defense (DOD) Evolutionary Acquisition for Space Efficiency (EASE) approach. EASE enables stable production, strategic sub-tier management and a capability and affordability insertion program. The AEHF satellite design has been frozen for many years and several systems with obsolete parts now require substantial redesign efforts to accommodate more modern replacements. CAIP technology refresh will be prioritized in joint coordination with the user and be incrementally implemented to mitigate schedule delivery impacts and ground mission control segment changes. The redesign will also result in improved manufacturability, fewer boxes and lower recurring costs. The FY12 funds focus on parts obsolescence (e.g., SV-6 crypto redesign). Also, the FY12 funds Protected SATCOM studies to include Broad Agency Announcements (BAA), alternative definition efforts, efforts to mature future SATCOM capabilities enhancements that may lead to a more capable protected SATCOM technology, technology demonstrations, AoA efforts, and program office and related activities. The FY11 Space Communications Layer (JSCL) Materiel Solutions Analysis (MSA) will inform risk reduction activities.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2012
• Source ID: 64A030_0603430F_4_3600_PB_2012

Tags

Readers

• Civilian Systems Systems Program Capability Development and Upgrade Support Activity Expense and Pay Management.
• Defense Acquisition Program Management
• Tactical Satellite Communications Systems Engineering.

Technology Areas

• Space