Acquisition Analysis for Joint Capability Requirements
Abstract
Small Satellite Coordinating Activity (FY 2021 Accomplishments): -SSCA Phase 3 developed an integrated SmallSat and related technology roadmap and strategy for implementation and maintenance. -Revised and matured the SmallSat Roadmap such that it can begin to directly inform OUSD(A&S) priorities for Future Years Defense Program 2022-2026. Mission Engineering Data Modeling in Strategic Portfolio Reviews (FY 2021 Accomplishments): -Provided Mission Engineering Data Modeling and Characterization to support OSD Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) and Joint Staff Strike Strategic Portfolio Review (SPR). -Identified minimum set of critical data types and developed a pilot case for authoritative data modeling that is repeatable and scalable for mission capability portfolio management. -Integrated user models to support machine learning and provide automation in the MUSE User Interface. -Delivered initial automated task extraction methodology and started coding in MUSE to facilitate automatic population of warfighter task information (e.g. Uniform Joint Task Lists) into the MUSE database. Mission Engineering (ME) Capabilities Development (FY 2021 Accomplishments): -Developed technical ME analytical framework (the effects/kill-chain framework) and application tool (MUSE). Integrated analytical tools to identify and exploit opportunities for interoperability with potential allied partners. Mission Engineering-Automate Effects/Kill Chain & Architecture Products into M&S tools (FY 2021 Accomplishments): -Developed an automated methodology to execute Mission Engineering and Integration to transition from static architectures to executable dynamic models for time-dependent assessments of complex operations. -Developed prototype plan for methodology and tools to develop and assess Mission Effects Chain (MEC) using a model-based systems engineering approach combined with automation technologies. Anticipated Impact: Provides analytical support for acquisition efforts for ASD(A) staff elements and joint customers. It promotes analyses and assessments for acquisition insights and decisions focused on capability development serving the needs of joint forces and the warfighter.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2023
- Source ID
- f079baf1bb22a4611350a1f0c13e5374