Manpack Radio
Abstract
This funding line is directly aligned to the Army Network Modernization Priority. This effort supports the Army Network Modernization Strategy Line of Effort 1, Unified Network. MP radios provide both Classified and Unclassified communications. MP radios provide the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) waveform for Classified and Unclassified communications. MP radios also provide advanced waveforms (e.g. TrellisWare TSM) that provide SBU communications. The MP radio provides the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) waveform for Tactical Satellite (TACSAT) communications. The HMS program received a positive Full Rate Production (FRP) decision in 2021 and plans to host a PVT and OUA annually to verify vendor enhancements. The Handheld, Manpack, and Small Form Fit (HMS) radio systems serve as the backbone of the Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) architecture, supporting a converged Mission Command network. FY2019 - FY2022 RDT&E funds supported ITN testing and evaluation, of which HMS is a key component, in addition to HMS Program of Record (PoR) test events. The ITN tests supported mature system development, integration, and demonstration in support of ITN evaluation to include: concept refinement, characterization, data collection, demos, integrated testing, and operational assessments. The ITN is a warfighter-enabling System of Systems comprised of key networking components including HMS PoR radio systems, advanced high capacity commercial radios, commercial phone technologies, and advanced radio-application gateway integration and interoperability technologies. These ITN technologies increase transport options and support a converged Mission Command network. The ITN introduces a new Secure But Unclassified (SBU) security domain enhancing Mission Partner interoperability and significantly reducing key distribution and other security-related burdens for the Soldier at lower echelons. Starting in FY 2023, ITN funds were realigned to PE 0605236A, CQ1. HMS completed Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) during January 2021. Following the IOT&E test event, HMS outlined specific actions required to resolve test findings from the IOT&E event. FY2023 and beyond RDT&E funding supports testing activities including laboratory technical testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), and Operational User Assessments (OUAs). Each of these events provides both technical and operational user feedback on increased capabilities, future waveform incorporation, soldier usability, and life-cycle sustainment improvements. FY2024 funds in the amount of $2.858M support delta testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), Operational User Assessments (OUAs), examination of modular and open system architectures to decrease future integration and waveform porting costs. The total cost of the Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) Middle Tier of Acquisition effort is $76 million RDT&E from FY23 to FY28.?The ITN MTA is fully funded across the Future Years Defense Program.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- FA1_0605042A_5_2040_PB_2024
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