Wednesday, October 9, 2024
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The Defense Department needs to revise its guidelines for identifying and tracking software assurance risks for the Next Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared system, according to recommendations from the Pentagon's watchdog.
The Army has laid out a five-year plan to spend upwards of $6 billion on its tactical wheeled vehicle fleet with the lion's share going toward light models, according to a report sent to Congress and obtained by Inside Defense.
The Navy is progressing efforts to integrate artificial intelligence and other enabling technologies into its platforms and operations, according to a senior requirements and capabilities officer, who today said AI is a "critical enabler" increasingly being laced into systems across the force.
The Air Force last month began soliciting industry for information on mission system options beyond delivering gas for its Next Generation Air-Refueling System, lighting a fire under an ongoing effort to accelerate the program to counter growing threats in the Indo-Pacific.
The Army is set to launch a new program that aims to bolster infantry forces against tanks, armored vehicles and enemy forces by arming them with a yet-to-be-identified Mobile-Long Range Precision Strike Missile, a central part of the service's goal to make Infantry Brigade Combat Teams as lethal as Armored Brigade Combat Teams.
The Marine Corps is moving ahead with plans to deploy a prototype air defense system in fiscal year 2025, according to an Oct. 4 notice, which details multiple awards to Raytheon Missiles and Defense for interceptors, launchers and other equipment for the Medium Range Intercept Capability.
A recent study from security firm CyberSheath finds only 4% of defense contractors are fully prepared to meet upcoming security requirements under the Pentagon's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program, based on a survey of defense industrial base stakeholders.
Naval Sea Systems Command is planning a Nov. 1 industry day on the Littoral Combat Ship mission modules development, engineering, production and sustainment (DEPS) program, according to a Monday announcement.
The Navy is progressing efforts to integrate artificial intelligence and other enabling technologies into its platforms and operations, according to a senior requirements and capabilities officer, who today said AI is a "critical enabler" increasingly being laced into systems across the force.
Federal contractors must be ready to report AI incidents to agencies within 72 hours according to the latest Office of Management and Budget guidance on adhering to obligations under President Biden's artificial intelligence executive order.
The Army this week issued a notice of intent to sole source for the next prototype of the Indirect Fire Protection Capability's (IFPC) High Power Microwave system to Epirus, Inc.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the Pentagon is opposed to legislation that would require the Navy to purchase a second Virginia-class submarine in fiscal year 2025, along with numerous other provisions that could become part of the upcoming defense authorization bill.
