Dry Combat Submersible (DCS), Program Number 816
Abstract
The DCS provides for the advanced development, engineering, manufacturing, and testing efforts for a surface launched, dry, atmosphere controlled, diver lock-in/lock-out vessel capable of inserting and extracting SOF personnel and their combat equipment into denied areas for a variety of missions. The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) tested one submersible prototype to validate test methodologies, commercial classification, and the USSOCOM safety certification processes and will continue to evaluate capability enhancing technologies and reduce risk within the DCS program. This program includes funding for enhanced warfighter capabilities such as Mid-Water Column Lock-In/Lock-Out (LI/LO), de-pressurization pump, and surface host vessel interoperability, all designed to maximize deployment opportunities while improving diver safety by providing more options for LI/LO depths. The DCS supports the 2022 NDS by maintaining dominance in the undersea domain. The DCS contributes to this objective by providing a means for the Navy to operate in littoral and denied areas, where traditional submarines may face challenges.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- 6fde05dea1a69f9c3d73b044b95bcf19
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