DISN Systems Engineering Support

Abstract

Internet Protocol (IP) & Optical Transport Technology Refresh (TR): Provides the engineering technical expertise necessary to support and integrate newer, more efficient technologies required to replace the current end of lifecycle equipment and to achieve more efficient IP and optical technologies. This allows DISN to provide protected and assured services for mobility; high-quality information sharing and collaboration capabilities provide critical support to the Warfighter as well as other DoD and federal customers. Element Management System (EMS): Provides operational and network operating systems that instrument and automate the operations, administration, maintenance and provisioning functions creating a single DISN-wide view for network managers and operators. EMS is a component of the DISN Operational Support Systems (OSS). Secure Voice Switches: Must meet a number of military unique requirements for multilevel security (i.e., extensive conferencing/conference management capabilities and features, and gateway functions) that are not available in commercial products. Due to the proprietary multi-level security and conferencing solutions embedded in Secure Voice Switch equipment, the only alternative to wholesale replacement is the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process which is used to identify and manage the development of replacement parts and peripherals necessary to ensure the continued supportability of the system. Distributed Tactical Communications System (DTCS) is a tactical and scalable over-the-horizon, on-the-move, and beyond line of sight voice communications system for the small unit disadvantaged user. •Phase 1 supports CENTCOM Joint Urgent Operational Needs CC-0278 by fielding 500 radios with basic functionality for 100 mile communications in an austere environment. This provided basic functionality with the initial development and fielding of the Radio Only handset. •Phase 2 supports basic CENTCOM Joint Urgent Operational Needs CC-0368 requirements by fielding more than 5,000 handsets to the CENTCOM Area of Operation. Improvements to DTCS are increased in range from 100 miles to 250 miles, improved network capacity from 250 to 16,000, user operated management tool, color screen command and control handset with NSA approved encryption, and tactical vehicle integration. •Phase 3 supports on improving CENTCOM Joint Urgent Operational Needs CC-0368 requirements. Improvements to DTCS are improved architecture that enables self management and monitoring, alternate supplier development, interoperability interfaces, and internet protocol infrastructure.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
T82_0303126K_7_0400_PB_2012

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Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.
  • Tactical Satellite Communications Systems Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Fully Networked C3
  • Fully Networked C3 - Command and Control

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