COMMON INFRARED COUNTER MEASURE (CIRCM)
Abstract
The CIRCM (next generation Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasure (ATIRCM)) subprogram is an infrared countermeasure system that interfaces with a Missile Warning System (MWS) to provide near spherical coverage of the host platform in order to defeat Infrared (IR) threats. The December 28, 2011 Defense Acquisition Executive Acquisition Decision Memorandum (DAE ADM) authorized entry into the Technology Development (TD) phase, designated the program a pre-Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP), and approved the updated exit criteria. CIRCM is funded to the CAPE ICE per DAE ADM, December 28, 2011. The A-kit for CIRCM includes mounting hardware, wiring harnesses, cables, and other components necessary to install and interface the mission kit on host aircraft. The A-kit ensures the mission kit is functionally and physically operational with a specific host aircraft type. The CIRCM B-kit is the mission kit (laser, pointer tracker, and controller) to achieve near spherical coverage for an aircraft. Due to program decrements in FY12 the program is funded primarily with FY11 carry-over funds. Army deems program affordable. Justification RDT&E Fiscal Year 2013 Base RDT&E dollars in the amount of $97.441 million continues the CIRCM Technology Development phase and continues preparation for Engineering and Manufacturing Development phase (EMD).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2013
- Source ID
- VU8_0604270A_5_2040_PB_2013
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