We provided program integration management services in support of the Joint Service Lightweight Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance System (JSLNBCRS) program. JSLNBCRS required programmatic documentation, technical assessments, logistics analysis, and engineering support. Our services included programmatic support (development of all documentation to support program milestones 0, I, and B); establishment of program security procedures and guidelines; technical assessments of design concepts (integration, weight analysis); cost analyses, including Reduction in Total Ownership Costs (R-TOC) initiatives; logistics supportability; and engineering assessments of integration of Government Furnished Property (GFP) in conjunction with developmental items.

Our Approach/Solution – We began the project with the development of an AoA followed by establishing sound acquisition strategies/plans, later developing an acquisition program baseline. We captured and established procedures for mitigating cost, schedule, performance, and supportability risk; developed detailed schedules; and developed a security classification guide, program protection plan, and security procedures guide. Following OSD guidelines and budgetary constraints, we developed and updated LCCE and R-TOC plans. Additionally, we developed briefings to support each program review and milestone decision, and we developed reports to ensure OSD was kept informed. Finally, to ensure continuity, all JSLNBCRS program data was loaded into and constantly updated with Marine Corps Systems Command’s Command Automated Program/Information System (CAPS). We also used Group Systems to gather data and establish collaborative efforts.

We conducted technical assessments in the areas of environmental, safety, and health. Safety issues included the proper displacement and location of instruments within the vehicle, use of a proper seat within the equipment shelter of the JSLNBCRS (taking into account a five-point restraint system, arm rests, neck and head rests, and proper headgear), grounding requirements, and placement of exhaust systems to ensure the operator(s) would not be injured. We conducted environmental and health assessments to ensure none of the materials contained within the JSLNBCRS would cause near-term as well as long-term effects to operators. Our assessments also examined environmental effects. Lastly, we built mockups early in the project, taking into account where the various sensors/detectors would be placed within the vehicle – an approach that reduced cost to the Government Program Office by ensuring the design was finalized before moving into production. Our approach also led to a 3.57 overall system suitability rating by the user on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest score. Our technical assessments were completed during the program definition & risk reduction phase of the project. We also supported the C4I interoperability and accreditation and certification phase as a key performance parameter (KPP) – ensuring interoperability of sensors, GPS, SINCGARS, and a multitude of other components.

Results and Benefits – As a result of our approaches, the Government has a fully integrated joint system using both GFP and developmental items. LSA and LCCE estimates indicated that the system is supportable and within the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) budgetary guidelines.

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