Distributed Common Ground/Surface Systems
Abstract
Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) coordinates with the Military Services and Defense Agencies on integrating, modeling and simulation capabilities, and performing Joint/Distributed Common Ground/Surface System (DCGS) event coordination, configuration, and integration functions on the Distributed Development and Test Enterprise (DDTE). These program components enable improved systems engineering and test and evaluation throughout all phases of the DCGS life-cycle. DCGS uses the DDTE, which is composed of three parts: a distributed development network; a net-enabled enterprise testing and evaluation; and an annual DCGS demonstration or exercise (e.g.,Empire Challenge) to integrate architecture, standards, and capabilities for implementation of the DCGS Integration Backbone (DIB) and supports the migration to net-centricity, including convergence with Net-Centric Enterprise Services (NCES), for the following programs: DCGS-Army (DCGS-A), DCGS-Navy (DCGS-N), Air Force DCGS (AF DCGS), DCGS-Marine Corps (DCGS-MC), and DCGS-Special Operations Forces (DCGS-SOF). The net enabled enterprise testing is designed to more closely simulate the complexities of an actual combat environment. JITC engineers and operates the DDTE network; and provides test strategy, planning and execution to support the assessment of the DCGS Enterprise. National Agency capabilities supporting DCGS include Imagery Intelligence (IMINT), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT) and Human Intelligence (HUMINT), which will also be integrated and tested in the DDTE. The DCGS programs use the DDTE to improve/validate interoperability with the reconnaissance platforms and sensors, and to integrate into the Joint Command and Control environment. JITC will implement the DDTE, providing DCGS an off-line operationally relevant environment by: establishing and maintaining connectivity between national agency and Service facilities; integrating modeling and simulation capabilities; and performing Joint/DCGS event coordination, configuration, and integration functions. This will enable improved systems engineering and test and evaluation throughout all phases of the DCGS life cycle. A reduction in funding will result in reduced support to all of the following: DDTE support, operation and maintenance; DCGS systems testing and evaluation; responsibilities associated with the Chair of the DCGS Test and Evaluation Focus Team; DCGS Enterprise test strategy development; and Exercise support. The DDTE network and DCGS Enterprise assessments are crucial for ensuring the capabilities of the DCGS systems are adequate before they are allowed on the operational networks.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- NF1_0305208K_7_0400_PB_2011
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