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At the Air & Space Forces Association, General Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations of the United States Space Force, elaborated on the Department of the Air Force's (DAF's) 4 pillars of the "Great Power Competition": Develop People, Generate Readiness, Develop Capabilities and Project Power. Develop People - give them the training they need Generate Readiness - readiness in terms of people, training, equipment, and sustainment utilizing drills, assessments, wargames, etc. to measure it Develop Capabilities - standing up a Space Futures Command with Centers for Concepts and Technology, Wargaming and Space Warfighting Analysis Project Power - restructuring and creating Units of Action for effective combat operations and force presentation; clarifying the relationship between the Combat Wings and the Base Commander, and streamlining Service Components aligned directly to Combatant Commands #usairforce #usspaceforce #afa #AFAcolorado P E Systems, Inc. #DAFGPC

Basically simplifying scope and expectations for CAF to focus on fighting with what we have and letting others focus on what we need. So brilliantly simple as things have become so conflated with everyone throwing in on requirements and acquisition these days. I like the strategic direction.

Exciting changes unveiled at AFA Warfare Symposium! Key highlights: - Air Force's new Integrated Capabilities Command for combat readiness. - Space Force's Space Force Futures Command aligning with Major Commands. - Operational Air Force wings restructured for clearer roles. - Space Force Combat Squadrons introduced for rotational support. - 16th Air Force elevated to Air Forces Cyber for enhanced cyber capabilities. - Renewed focus on combat readiness with large-scale exercises. - Airman Development Command transforms training for an expeditionary future. - Introduction of a new Warrant Officer track for IT and cyber talent. - Streamlined weapons development under Integrated Capabilities Office. - Urgency emphasized for swift implementation. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/epWitiFg #AFWERX #DAF #DOD #Galliumsolutions

A lot of articles already posted on the big announcements out of AIR FORCE ASSOC conference on restructuring the Space Force and Air Force. You can read about the details below, but my quick take: Great to see the actions following the talk about making Space Force ready to be in the fight and not waiting to figure out how to get in the fight. https://lnkd.in/esiHAeXd

🔔 New Report Release: "Masters of the Air: Strategic Stability and Conventional Strikes" SCRAP Weapons is delighted to announce the publication of our latest #report entitled "Masters of the Air: Strategic Stability and Conventional Strikes", written by Dan Plesch, our Director, and Manuel Galileo, Military Analyst at SCRAP. 📘 This new study sheds light on a quiet yet profound revolution in military affairs and delves into how well-known conventional weapons have evolved into strategic systems with enhanced range, precision, and power. Key highlights include analysis of advanced platforms like the JASSM Rapid Dragon, stealth bombers, and cutting-edge missile technologies such as the Tomahawk and AMRAAM. By exploring the increasing strategic role of these modernized systems, this report fills a critical gap in strategic studies, offering insights for policymakers and defense experts. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eKNiaVH4

The Corps is rapidly modernizing to meet the demands of the future battlefield, and MCSC is leading the charge! 🌬️🌎🌊 Check out this Breaking Defense article on how the Corps is advancing towards more compact, robust, and deployable technology to ensure readiness and effectiveness in fast-evolving combat environments. “No matter what theater we talk about — PACOM, Europe — everything needs to be smaller, lighter, so that we can deploy it,” said Col. Devin Licklider, program manager for MAGTF Command & Control at Marine Corps Systems Command. “[We want tech] that has less power consumption, makes less heat — and it’s very modular, so we can use it across [different] systems.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjnJU-nX #EquippingOurMarines #MCSC #Marines #Modernization #Acquisition

The future of warfare is increasingly collaborative, not just between humans but between humans and machines. Human-machine teaming (HMT) enhances the effectiveness of military operations by combining human intuition with machine precision. At National Defense Lab, we are researching how this synergy can be optimized for various defense applications, from surveillance to tactical decision-making. #HumanMachineTeaming #ModernWarfare #DefenseInnovation #NationalDefenseLab

The Pentagon wants to shift ~$3.3B of budgeted funds to support a handful of new-start projects, including: (1) Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, which has already seen ~40% cost growth. The Pentagon wants to shift $150M in FY24 funds, which increases the CCA program request to $542M. Unsurprisingly, this request came with a news statement that the Air Force will evaluate the NGAD platform design concept to determine if there are cost reductions or capability trade-offs. (2) Army wants to shift $39M to purchase 8 SM-6 Block1A missiles for its Mid-Range Capability ground launch system. Army and Navy would coordinate procurement on the SM-6 contract, which was awarded to Raytheon. (3) Additionally, Army wants to shift $33M in advanced component development and prototypes to fund its tank and medium caliber ammunition procurement #Army #AirForce #defensespending #defensebudget #CCA #NGAD Craig Belanger, Joe Giandomenico, Anirudh Suneel, Ben Osterholtz, Robyn Pirie, Scott Bethel, Mark Kipphut, Kristin Robertson, Jerry Spruill, Richard Mascolo, James Hvizd, Jim Walker, Doug Reep, Aaron Prupas, Martin J. Bowling, Dennis Carroll, Jeff Snyder https://lnkd.in/e8Qma_9G

What a week! At the annual AFA Warfare Symposium, top leaders from the Air Force and Space Force revealed a strategic overhaul aimed at bolstering readiness and gaining an edge in the escalating great power competition with China. Here are the key takeaways that I think are the most significant: -Reorienting Major Commands: The Air Force will pivot its major commands’ focus toward combat readiness. By separating requirements and weapons development functions from these commands and consolidating them into a new Integrated Capabilities Command, the goal is to streamline decision-making and empower leaders to focus on both immediate and long-term needs. -Balancing Urgency and Long-Term Vision: With the specter of conflict looming—whether due to China’s actions toward Taiwan or potential miscalculations—it’s clear that time is of the essence. The top three reasons for urgency behind these sweeping changes stems from the escalating great power competition: 1. Conflict Prospects: The possibility of conflict—whether triggered by China’s actions toward Taiwan or miscalculations—is a stark reality. Waiting any longer would be imprudent. As Secretary Frank Kendall emphasized, “We are out of time.” 2. Competitiveness: To maintain a warfighting edge, the Air Force and Space Force must adapt swiftly. By reorienting major commands and creating the Integrated Capabilities Command, they aim to optimize readiness while also focusing on long-term competitiveness. 3. Streamlined Decision-Making: Separating requirements and weapons development functions allows leaders to define needs and build programs without distractions. This streamlined approach ensures agility and effectiveness. As we navigate the complexities of great power dynamics, these decisive steps underscore our commitment to maintaining a warfighting edge. A great article summarizing all the changes was posted by the Air and Space Forces Magazine. https://lnkd.in/grn5r7Cv #AirForce #SpaceForce #NationalSecurity #Readiness #MilitaryStrategy #RequirementsAnalysis

BENS Updates: BENS members recently met with leaders within the office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment to discuss private sector approaches to managing and executing megaprojects in support of DoD infrastructure efforts. The discussion, led by BENS President and CEO General Timothy Ray, USAF (ret.) exposed United States Department of Defense (DoD) partners to alternative approaches to executing these projects. It also underscored the current competitive climate of the infrastructure construction landscape while highlighting the magnitude of DoD infrastructure challenges. #OUSD #DOD #infrastructure #BENS #nationalsecurity