B-52 Crypto Modernization

Abstract

B-52 Crypto Modernization upgrades aircraft with Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) capable ARC-210 radio systems that prevent loss of beyond line of sight (BLOS) voice and data communications capability. The program will integrate upgrade the B-52 aircraft with secure voice and data communications via SATURN (Second Generation Anti-Jam Technical UHF Radio for NATO) network, MUOS (Mobile User Objective System) Satellite constellation, and DAMA-IW (Demand Assigned Multiple Access - Integrated Waveform) SATCOM connection. These updates are required by the National Security Agency (NSA), DoD mandates, and directives. Funds may be used to address requirements including, but not limited to, emerging and short-notice Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) for both aircraft and associated training systems, Development Testing (DT)/ Operational Testing (OT), and safety of flight issues. Additionally, funds may accommodate Program Management Administration (PMA) and support, civilian pay expenses, rapid technology insertion, and fulfill Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) or other mandates necessary to ensure continued aircrew safety and mission effectiveness. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605827F, 0605828F, 0605829F, 0605831F, 0605832F, 0605833F, 0605898F, 0606398F. In FY22 0M was expended for civilian pay expenses in this program element, and in FY23 0M is forecasted for civilian pay expenses in this program element.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2025
Source ID
675160_0101113F_7_3600_PB_2025

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Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

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

Technology Areas

  • Space

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