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Transitioning Science & Technology Programs

Transitioning Science & Technology Programs. Dr. Bill Lukens Program Director for Science & Technology Defense Acquisition University (703) 805-4989 Bill.lukens@dau.mil. DoD S&T Community. Department of Defense Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Defense Threat Reduction Agency

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Transitioning Science & Technology Programs

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  1. Transitioning Science & Technology Programs Dr. Bill Lukens Program Director for Science & Technology Defense Acquisition University (703) 805-4989 Bill.lukens@dau.mil

  2. DoD S&T Community • Department of Defense • Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency • Defense Threat Reduction Agency • Test & Evaluation • Army • Army Research Laboratory • Research, Development & Engineering Centers

  3. DoD S&T Community • Department of the Navy • Office of Naval Research • Naval Research Laboratory • Systems Commands Laboratories • Air Force • Air Force Research Laboratory

  4. Federal S&T Community • Department of Defense • Health and Human Services • NASA • Department of Energy • National Science Foundation

  5. T&E/S&T Program Goal • Exploit new technologies • Expedite their transition from the laboratory to the T&E community T&E/S&T Program Manager: Ms. Lisa Davis 703-681-4000x186 l.davis@osd.mil

  6. Basic Research Adv..Development Applied Research Operational Requirements Ocean, Atmosphere & Earth Sciences Engineering Sciences Technology Superiority Understanding Investment Strategy Focus Option Life Sciences National Security Acquisition Physical & Math Sciences Opportunities Directed Knowledge Engineering/ Operational Knowledge Fundamental Knowledge The DOD Lens Analogy • Basic research is systematic study directed toward greater knowledge or understanding of the fundamental aspects of phenomena and of observable facts • Applied research is systematic study to gain knowledge or understanding necessary to determine the means by which a recognized or specific need may be met • Advanced technology development includes all efforts that have moved into the development and integration of hardware for field experiments and tests 6.1 6.3 6.2

  7. Science and Technology Planning Process (https://vte.dtic.mil) Army S&T Master Plan Navy/Marine Corps S&T Investment Plan Air Force Technology Area Plans Other Agency S & T Plans Joint Vision 2020 National Security Science and Technology Strategy Defense Science & Technology Strategy T A R A POM & Budget Basic Research Plan Defense Technology Area Plan Joint Warfighting S & T Plan

  8. Director, Defense Research and Engineering Environment • Technology Acceleration • Combating Terrorism • Tech Transition Programs • Technical Support to Warfighter • Revitalize Labs • Transformation Thrusts • National Aerospace Initiative • Advanced Reconnaissance & Knowledge Architecture • Power & Energy Technologies

  9. RDT&E S&T 6.5 Sys Dev & Demo (SDD) 6.4 Adv Comp Dev & Prototype 6.3 Adv Tech Dev 6.2 Applied Research 6.1 Basic Research Managed by System Program Offices Tech Base Managed by Labs Speeding Technology Transition “The Challenge” 6.7 Op System Dev Technology Transition “Seam” “Perceptions” of the S&T Community • S&T’s job is complete at the tech development stage • Implementation of the technology is the customer's responsibility • The role of S&T is “tech push”— If it’s good technology — they will come! • Development cycle for S&T is too long for most Acquisition and Warfighter customers • Focus on the technology and not on the business rationale for implementation Key Impediments • Budget: Lack of Transition Funds • Transition Process Lacks Definition & Visibility • Culture: Difference Goals & Timelines between S&T and Acquisition Managers • Lack of Incentives Valley of Death

  10. Transition Processes • DUSD(AS&C): Advanced Concept Technology Demonstrations (ACTDs) • Transition of Army S&T Products • DoN: Future Naval Capabilities • USAF: Applied Technology Council • DDR&E: Quick Reaction Programs • Quick Reaction Special Projects • Technology Transition Initiative • Defense Acquisition Challenge Program TEAMING

  11. Best Practices All Services are moving their acquisition processes FROM: Acq S&T Enhanced Contact Fewer Surprises TO: S&T Acq Operational Requirements (Warfighter)

  12. System Test, Launch & Operations Actual system “flight proven” through successful mission operations Actual system completed and “flight qualified” through test and demonstration System prototype demonstration in a operational environment System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment Component and/or breadboard validation in relevant environment Component and/or breadboard validation in laboratory environment Analytical and experimental critical function and/or characteristic proof-of-concept Technology concept and/or application formulated Basic principles observed and reported TRL 9 TRL 8 TRL 7 TRL 6 TRL 5 TRL 4 TRL 3 TRL 2 TRL 1 System/Subsystem Development Technology Demonstration Technology Development Research to Prove Feasibility Basic Technology Research Measuring Technology MaturityTechnology Readiness Levels As Defined in 5000.2-R

  13. ACTD Anatomy(http://www.acq.osd.mil/actd/) • Addresses an important military need with a mature technology • Provides a technical solution with demonstrated CONOPS • Evaluates solution in field demonstrations by warfighters • Usually joint, often combined/coalition • Multi-agency • Developer Service /Agency: Technical Manager • Sponsoring Combatant Command: Operational Manager • Lead Service/Agency (Title 10 Authority): Transition Manager • Rapid: 1-5 Years – or less - to Final Demonstration/Prototype • 2 Years of Support for Residuals and Transition • Multiple Funding Sources • OSD routinely provides 10-30% funding

  14. A Look at the Army…

  15. Force Operating Capabilities (FOCs)TRADOC PAM 525-66 • FOCs address the pursuit of advanced warfighting capabilities and describe them in relevant operational terms (12 FOC areas). Strategic Responsiveness and Deployability  Battle Command Construct Sensor Fusion Mounted / Dismounted Maneuver Non-Line of Sight (NLOS) Lethality (Net Fires) Line of Sight (LOS) / Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Lethality for Mounted/Dismounted Air / Ground Operations Survivability Maneuver Support Maneuver Sustainment Training and Leader Development Human Engineering • FOCs articulate force level capabilities that form the basis for Future Force warfighting requirements in doctrine, training, leader development, organizations, materiel, personnel and facilities (DTLOMPF) domains. • FOCs form the basis for analysis to define and refine requirements across the full spectrum of operations throughout the transformation period. • FOCs establish requirements for the Army Science and Technology. • FOCs assist in focusing the Army’s S&T investment in support of Future Force overall development and Army transformation.

  16. Science and Technology Objectives (STO) • Fundamental “building blocks” of Army S&T program. • Highest priority efforts (limited to 200) • Advanced technology development • Applied research program • Promote innovation and competition • Focus and stabilize the 6.2 and 6.3 program • Practice management by objectives • Provide feedback

  17. 7-30-02 FY00-02 FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 JTRS Squad-Level Communications III.C4.2003.03 5 FCS/C4ISR OTM Demo 5 C4ISR OTM/MOSAIC ATD Demo 6 OFW ATD Demo 6 FCS Block I FUE LUT TRL6 System integration, test and operational user demonstration Metric: Test Readiness Reviews TRL5 Scaleable RF Metric: • SUOSAS Phase 3 system field test and performance validation • Multi-channel operation with simultaneous Tx/Rx • 3 RF modules with form factor (5”x7”x0.5”, each) and shielding • Chassis-mounted antennas TRL4 Scaleable RF Metric: • SWAP-reduced OFW transceiver module with PCMCIA card form factor (RF ICs) • Laboratory test and functional design verification (APIs) • Multi-channel, multi-band design with scaleable transmit power • Wearable antenna interface TRL5 Scaleable RF Metric: • Laboratory integration and test in OFW mechanical packaging • Simultaneous multi-channel, multi-band design with scaleable transmit power • JTRS platform portability • Wearable antenna integration TRL5 System-on-a-chip Metric: • SWAP-reduced dual-channel radio modem (ASIC) and link-layer intranet processor, 1 CCA PCMCIA card form factor • Multi-channel, multi-band, multi-mode laboratory integration and test in OFW mechanical package • JTRS platform portability • SMI and electric power source interface TRL4 System-on-a-chip Metric: • SWAP-reduced OFW programmable radio modem (FPGA) and link-layer intranet processor, 2 CCAs PCMCIA card form factor • Laboratory test and functional design verification (APIs) • System-on-a-chip design, dual-channel modem • Multi-mode (AJ, LPD/LPI, extended range, TOA) TRL5 System-on-a-chip Metric: • SUOSAS Phase 3 system field test and performance validation • Modem & link-layer intranet processor • 2 CCAs with form factor (5”x7”x0.5”, each) • SWAP reduction trade-off analysis and communications reference architecture(TRL3) TRL4 Software defined radio Metric: • Multi-mode Universal Handset laboratory demo (discrete HW) • P2P and PCS with bridge voice TRL4 Software defined radio Metric: • Application-specific, multifunctional networking protocols (sensors, munitions, robotics) • Programmable waveform, GP-processor (FPGA-based modem implementation ) TRL5 Software defined radio Metric: • OFW WNW HW/SW JTRS platform portability • Multi-channel, multi-band, multi-mode laboratory integration and test in OFW mechanical packaging • Simultaneous application-specific, multifunctional networking protocols (sensors, munitions, robotics)

  18. The Navy…

  19. New Process FNC Program Initiated (FY02)

  20. FNC IPT Approach Acquisition Rep Requirements Rep (Chair) IPT oversight responsibilities: • Approval of the Strategy/Products that Achieve the Enabling Capabilities • Development & Approval of Technology Transition Agreements • Approval of Business Plans FNC IPT S&T Rep Fleet/Force Rep • Industry Board of Directors Model • Consensus Process Key is Transition to Acquisition

  21. FNCProfile Program Characteristics Future Naval Capabilities • Time Critical Strike • Missile Defense • Fleet Force Protection • Littoral ASW • Organic Mine Countermeasures • Autonomous Operations • Total Ownership Costs • Knowledge Superiority & Assurance • Advanced Capability Electric Systems • Littoral Combat & Power Projection • Expeditionary Logistics FY04 FNC Investment – $455M FNCs – 11 Enabling Capabilities – 37 Product Transitions over the FYDP ~ 300 (FY02-07)

  22. And, the Air Force…

  23. The ATC Triangle Lab User Identify ATD Candidates POM for Technology Programs Develop Transitionable Technologies Define Requirements POM Transition Funds Prod Ctr Interpret Requirements Build Transition Program Integrate Into Systems

  24. Desired Outcome of the ATC Process • Increase Probability of Timely Tech Transition • Lab: Goal - 50% of S&T 6.3 Budget in ATDs • Warfighter: No ATD Commissioned w/o Budget Commitment to Transition • SPO: Build and Implement Successful Transition Program • Build Greater Understanding of “Realm of the Possible” Successful Tech Transition is the End Game

  25. ATD Candidates • What is an ATD Candidate for an Applied Technology Council? • Any Funded 6.3 Program* That Is Projected to Demonstrate an Integrated Set of Technologies That Will • Enable an Improved Warfighting Capability/System, and • Be Ready to Transition Within the FYDP * Programs can include 6.2 and 7.8 (ManTech) Funds

  26. Finally…

  27. Technology Transition Trilogy • Quick Reaction program element established in FY03 at $25.4M* • Congressional language directed 3 efforts to accelerate technology transition • Quick Reaction Special Projects • Provides flexibility to respond to emergent DoD needs within budget cycle • Takes advantage of technology breakthroughs in rapidly evolving technologies • Completion of projects within a 6-12 month period • Technology Transition Initiative • Accelerate introduction of new technologies from DoD S&T programs into operational capabilities • Jump starts selected components/subsystems into systems • Defense Acquisition Challenge Program ** • Open to any person or activity • Provides opportunities for inserting innovative & cost-saving technology into acquisition programs * Note: This is in “D” line PE 0603826D ** This is the Cong. Duncan Hunter sponsored Challenge Program; not the pre-existing SADBU Challenge Program

  28. Quick Reaction Program Funding Profile (PE 0603826D8Z) ($ Millions)

  29. Quick Reaction Special Projects • Initiate high priority or high leverage technology efforts during the execution year • Must have under 12 month deliverable • Provide opportunity to execute within technology cycle in rapidly maturing technology (e.g. Information, electronics, CBD Defense) • Provide flexibility to respond to emergent DoD issues and address surprises and needs in real time • Technology matures in less than a year in some areas • Responds to technology opportunities in major acquisition programs • Address cycle time discontinuity between DoD-programming and execution for rapidly evolving civil sectors

  30. QRSP Proposed Process Technical Review Proposals Submitted 1 Joint Staff for Relevance Review Project Technically Sound DDR&E Technical Review Yes No Needs review 3 Yes No Return to Originator Proposal Worthy Project of Interest ODDRE Funds Available Yes Yes No No Structure QRSP Project Return for Refinement No Yes Proposal Worthy Stop Initial Review Report Annually to Congress 2 1 Based on Data Call soliciting “great ideas” from DDR&E to Direct Reports & Joint Staff (J-8) with copy to PDUSD (AT&L) 2. Or at any frequency requested 3. Need to line up J-8 to work this POC Mr. Al Shaffer, ODDR&E, alan.shaffer@osd.mil, 703-695-9604

  31. FY 03 QRSP Projects • Thermobaric Warhead Integration Low Cost Guided Imaging Rocket • Dragon Eye Sensor Integration WMD Intelligence Processing – Rapid Targeting System Gryphon • Guidance Integrated Fuze

  32. Technology Transition Initiative (TTI) • Purpose: • Accelerates introduction of technologies from DoD S&T into operational capabilities by funding the execution year plus one • Bridge the “Valley of Death” • Services / Agencies nominate projects - Contribute up to 50% of the total cost • Technology Transition Council helps prioritize • FY03 Selection Process • DUSD (AS&C) appointed to administer day-to-day activities – Apr ‘03 • First meeting of Technology Transition Council described the process, and requested nomination of candidates– May 2003 • Candidates received and evaluated against criteria in consultation with Service and Joint S&T representatives • 13 projects selected • Initial funding distribution – June 2003

  33. Technology Transition Council • Army – Assistant Secretary of Army (AL&T), Mr. Claude Bolton • Rep: Ms. Mary Miller • Navy – Deputy AS of Navy (RDT&E), Mr. Michael McGrath • Rep: Dr. Paul Muessig • Air Force – Assistant Secretary of Air Force, Mr. Marvin Samber • Rep: Mr. Bobby Smart • DARPA – Director, Dr. Anthony Tether • Rep: Col. Otto Weigl • DLA – Director, VADM Keith Lippert • Rep: John Christensen • DISA – Director • Rep: Mr. Jim Moody • NGA – Director, LtGen James Clapper • Rep: Mr. Steve Long • MDA – Director, LtGen Ronald Kadish • Rep: Mr. Vincent Nguyen • USSOCOM – CMDR Brown • Rep: Mr. Frank Wattenbarger/Mr. Duke Donnigan

  34. Current TTI FY 05 Schedule • Call for proposals: Aug 2004 • Prioritized list submitted: Sep 2004 • Panel review of proposals: Oct 2004 • Panel submits consolidated, prioritized list to Transition Manager: early Nov 2004 • Transition Manger proposed selection: Nov 2004 • TTWG meeting: mid Nov 2004 • TTWG additional info submitted: late Nov 04 • Transition Manager final selection: early Dec 2004 • Funding distributed: mid-late Dec 2004

  35. Water Purification System Enable soldiers to treat up to 300 liters (nearly 80 gallons) of any available, non-brackish water source, eliminating the risk of their exposure to diseases and bio-chemical pollutants. DARPA and MIOX Corp., Albuquerque, NM PROCURED AND DISTRIBUTED 2,494 PENS in FY 03. PROCURE AND DISTRIBUTE 4,157 ADDITIONAL PENS IN FY 04 Selected TTI Projects Radio Mic Terminal Attack Communications (TAC) Earplug System ExternalMic RadioSpeaker Provides blast protection while increasing communications in high-noise environments. Allows for enhanced natural hearing in quiet, clandestine environs. Air Force Research Lab, General Dynamics FIELDED 12-18 MONTHS EARLIER IN IRAQ APPROX. 3RD QUARTER FY 04 Radio SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV) Adv. Reconnaissance System (ARS) Improves SDV operator situation awareness/navigation ability, and provides capability to collect imagery in low-light and night-time conditions. US/UK Cooperative Program, Navy Research Lab, SOCOM ACCELERATES PURCHASE, 18 months

  36. Defense Acquisition ChallengeProgram (DACP) • Purpose: Provides opportunities to insert innovative & cost-saving technology from domestic sources into DoD Acquisition Programs • Funds test & evaluation of technologies/products that can improve current acquisition programs at component, subsystem, or system level • Uses Foreign Comparative Test Processes and network • FY 2003/2004 Program Process • BAA released – 15 March 03 • 387 proposals processed to date • 287 Summary Proposals reviewed by PEOs/PMs • 83 Final Proposals submitted by PMs • 22 Final Proposals Selected for FY03 New-Starts • FY04 budget (will likely) allow 6 New-Starts

  37. DACP Process • Annual Process Initiated by Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) www.FedBizOpps.Gov • Two-Phase Process – In Sync with Budget Cycle • Phase I - Summary Proposal submitted by anyone • Proposals that pass Admin Review and Merit Review are matched to Programs of Record (POR) that have potential to benefit • Phase 2 – If POR “accepts” technology, Final Proposal submitted by Program Office • All Proposals submitted through https://bids.acqcenter.com/dacp

  38. Defense Acquisition Challenge Program Legislated Process OSD Selection BAA Released OSD REVIEW Final Proposals Summary Proposals (Unsolicited Proposals can be submitted at anytime) No Yes Submitter Notified Will refer submitters to other programs as applicable If accepted a Final Proposal is developed w/PM/PEO/Prime Admin Review No Submitter & PM Notified DACP Project Started Yes Review Peer/Technical Experts PM/PEO Review Proposal Worthy No Yes Submitter/PM/PEO notified (Teamed with target program PM/PEO) Report Annually to Congress Submitter Notified Strong Industry and PM Support

  39. Tentative FY05 DACP Schedule

  40. How to Contact DACP E-Mail: defensechallenge@osd.mil Web: https://bids.acqcenter.com/dacp Telephone number: 703.788.9361

  41. Hemopure Packed red blood cells Selected On Going DACP Projects RESUS – Restore Effective Survival in Shock Increases Survivability Rate of Soldiers during hemorrhagic shock 3-yr shelf stable, no refrigeration required, compatible w/ all blood types Air Force/Navy, BIOPURE, MA SPECIAL TACTICS High Priority SAVES LIVES - NEW CAPABILITY Aerogel for Ships Fire barrier, IR Suppression, Blast Mitigation, and WT, VOL, and Fuel Savings Navy, Aspen Aerogels, MA FOCUSED LOGISTICS Friction Stir Processing 75% Reduction in propeller casting time for VA Class SUBS Navy, MTS Corp, MN and General Tool Co, OH FOCUSED LOGISTICS CO2 Environmental Control Unit for Up-Armored HMMWV Single System Cooling/Heating rated for -50F to 125F environments with 50% wt, 25% size, and 25% fuel consumption vs. Mil Std Army, Modine Manufacturing, KY FOCUSED LOGISTICS

  42. CONTACT INFORMATION Ms. Adele Ratcliff, 703-602-3740/3 DACP http://bids.acqcenter.com/dacp Mr. Tim Harp, 703-697-7922 TTI www.acq.osd.mil/iti Ms. Barbara Brygider, 703-614-9443 QRSP www.acq.osd.mil/qrsp/qrsp.html

  43. Summary • Tech Transition is critical to maintaining capability edge • Need Reaffirmed at Highest Levels • DoD Implementing New Projects and Processes to Effect Transition • Effective Tech Transition remains a Contact Sport

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