Design, Procurement, and Lifetime Support of Integrated Combat Systems Training by Tonex
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the design, procurement, and lifetime support processes for integrated combat systems. Participants will explore the critical components of modern combat systems, including missiles, radars, launchers, electronic warfare systems, undersea warfare systems, gun systems, and the overall integration into combat management frameworks. The course emphasizes system interoperability, procurement strategies, lifecycle management, and the sustainment of combat systems in complex operational environments.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the architecture and components of integrated combat systems.
- Develop effective procurement strategies for advanced combat technologies.
- Address challenges in system integration and interoperability.
- Implement best practices for lifecycle management and support of combat systems.
- Analyze emerging trends and technologies impacting combat system design and sustainment.
Target Audience:
- Defense acquisition professionals
- Combat system engineers and designers
- Program managers and logistics specialists
- Military personnel responsible for system integration and support
- Contractors and industry partners in the defense sector
Course Modules:
Day 1: Foundations of Integrated Combat Systems
Module 1: Overview of Integrated Combat Systems
- Definition and components: missiles, radars, launchers, EW systems, undersea systems, gun systems
- Combat management systems and system-of-systems approach
Module 2: Design Considerations for Combat Systems
- System architecture and integration challenges
- Interoperability standards and requirements (e.g., MOSA)
- Human-machine interface and usability considerations
Module 3: Procurement Strategies
- Acquisition frameworks and contracting models
- Collaboration with industry and international partners
- Risk management in procurement
Workshop: Evaluating Procurement Scenarios
- Participants analyze procurement case studies to identify best practices and pitfalls.
Day 2: Lifecycle Management and Future Trends
Module 4: Lifecycle Management of Combat Systems
- Sustainment strategies and long-term support planning
- Upgrades, obsolescence management, and mid-life modernization
- Logistics and supply chain challenges
Module 5: Emerging Technologies in Combat Systems
- Advances in AI, machine learning, and autonomous capabilities
- Trends in hypersonic weapons, quantum radar, and cyber-resilient systems
- Future developments in integrated defense systems
Module 6: Integration and Interoperability in Joint Operations
- Multi-domain and coalition warfare considerations
- Case studies: integrating combat systems in real-world scenarios
Workshop: Combat System Sustainment Planning
Teams develop a lifecycle support plan for a hypothetical combat system, focusing on upgrades, interoperability, and logistics.
This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to manage the complexities of integrated combat systems across their entire lifecycle, ensuring operational effectiveness and sustainability in modern defense environments.