Communication Systems
Abstract
This major thrust was formerly comprised of Link 16, Mode 5 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) and Systems Engineering/Program Management Support. As part of the F-22 Capability Pipeline, implemented through Section 804 Middle Tier Acquisition (MTA) authority, Link 16 and Mode 5 IFF consists of software and hardware development necessary to field both the Link 16 Transmit capability, and tactical Mode 5 IFF Transpond and Interrogate on the F-22. Link 16 Transmit will be accomplished via an Open System Architecture (OSA) integrated with F-22 legacy avionics. The OSA implementation will provide a pathway to more competitive and open F-22 modernization. Mode 5 IFF also provides an opportunity to incorporate other updates to Link 16 capabilities into the Raptor. This major thrust also captures F-22 program activities related to integrating the advanced Talon SPITBALL Link 16 antenna onto the F-22. Includes mission support requirements for the F-22 Program Office to include, but not be limited to: travel, computer costs, cost estimating data, strategic analysis and support, systems engineering process management and other miscellaneous contract support. The F-22 Link 16 and Mode 5 IFF product lines are conducted using a rapid acquisition construct leveraging commercial best practices such as agile and lean. This allows the F-22 Raptor enterprise to develop, test, and field software/hardware from multiple programs (product lines) using a cadence approach as capabilities mature.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 6abd5668ddca85a63be75ae1f35cfbb7
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