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Lightweight M3A1 (FY14 FCT) 29 April 2014

Lightweight M3A1 (FY14 FCT) 29 April 2014. Kevin J. Finch APM MAAWS kevin.finch@us.army.mil 973-724-5209. Joseph Turci RDAR-MEM-S joseph.turci@us.army.mil 973-724-2257. Level 1 Review Spider XM7 10 May 2010.

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Lightweight M3A1 (FY14 FCT) 29 April 2014

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  1. Lightweight M3A1(FY14 FCT)29 April 2014 Kevin J. FinchAPM MAAWS kevin.finch@us.army.mil973-724-5209

  2. Joseph TurciRDAR-MEM-Sjoseph.turci@us.army.mil973-724-2257 Level 1 ReviewSpider XM710 May 2010 DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT D. Distribution authorized to the Department of Defense and U.S. DoD contractors only (CRITICAL TECHNOLOGY). Other requests shall be referred to (RDAR-MEM-S, joseph.turci@us.army.mil , 973-724-2257) WARNING - This document contains technical data whose export is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S.C., Sec 2751, et. seq.) or the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended, Title 50, U.S.C., App. 2401 et. seq. Violations of these export laws are subject to severe criminal penalties. Disseminate in accordance with provisions of DoD Directive 5230.25.

  3. Lightweight M3A1 Titanium Barrel Shorter/Lighter Venturi Adjustable Improved Carbon Fiber Wrap Integrated Shot Counter M3 Carl Gustaf Recoilless Rifle M3A1 Carl Gustaf Recoilless Rifle Weight: 22lbs Length: 42 inches Construction: Steel/Carbon Fiber Shot Counter: NO Adjustable: YES (limited) Weight: < 15lbs Length: 39 inches Construction: Titanium/Carbon Fiber Shot Counter: YES Adjustable: YES (multiple points)

  4. Program Execution • Acquisition Strategy: Commodity Procurement Programs – “streamlined process” • Contracting Strategy: IDIQ Contract – FFP Contract • Test Strategy: Collaborate/ Synchronize PM Qualification Tests with Prime Vendor’s Serial Type Tests (STT)

  5. Synchronize Tests Vendor STT PM Qualification Tests *Significant reduction in Program Cost & Schedule

  6. FCT Program Impact • Reduces overall cost and schedule –“rapid transition to field” • Reduces Soldier/Operator load - >7lb reduction in weapon system weight – “significant vs. marginal weight savings” • Provides Soldier/Operator with improved/modular capability over current legacy weapon system –“growth potential”

  7. Lessons Learned • Early and Frequent Soldier/Operator Involvement: • Conduct periodic User Evaluations/Jury –“solicit feedback” • Soldier/Operator involvement during developmental/qualification tests • Clearly Defined/Testable Requirements - “reduces program risk” • Streamlined Acquisition Process: • Conduct detailed Source Selection – “Bid Sample Test” • Synchronize Test Matrix/Schedule - “reduces cost/schedule” • Request Vendor to donate test articles –“reduces cost/schedule” • Request Vendor to produce test articles on risk - “reduces schedule/program risk” • Utilize multiple test centers/facilities – “reduces schedule/program risk” • Collaborate with other Service’s/Agencies - “reduces program risk” & “increases program’s overall return on investment” • Ensure your Contracting and Test Strategies are aligned with your Procurement Schedule

  8. Bottom Line Leverage Expertise / Knowledge Increase % of Return on Investment Improve Customer Satisfaction “Treat you program like a business” Increase Market Share Reduce RDT&E / Life-cycle Cost Partnerships/Collaborate Efforts

  9. Questions? Effective, Lethal & Survivable

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