The Navy is finalizing its first ever long-term research and development plan to guide capability investments over the next three decades, according to a top acquisition official. The 30-year research, development, test and evaluation strategic plan is being drafted as the Navy refocuses efforts toward retaining and increasing its technological advantage over competitors like Russia and China, said Vice Adm. David Johnson, the principal military deputy to the assistant secretary of the Navy for research, development and acquisition. “This plan...
