Weapons Systems — Safe, Testable, Fieldable

We help programs move from concept to credible fielding by tailoring to the Adaptive Acquisition Framework, embedding system safety early, and building testable, model‑backed baselines that survive oversight.

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Acquisition and system safety for weapons systems
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What we do

Disciplined engineering, credible evidence, and review‑ready documents—across the lifecycle.

Lifecycle & AAF tailoring

Choose the right acquisition pathway (MCA, MTA, Software, etc.) and produce artifacts proportionate to risk.

  • Pathway selection & tailoring strategies
  • Program baseline & decision reviews support
  • Integrated risk/issue/opportunity (RIO) management

System Safety (MIL‑STD‑882E)

Hazard‑based safety cases integrated with systems engineering—hardware, software, human factors.

  • SSPP & hazard tracking (HTS)
  • PHA, SHA/SSHA, O&SHA; risk acceptance evidence
  • Safety requirements & verification planning

Test & Evaluation

Right‑sized DT&E/OT&E/LFT&E with clear measures of effectiveness, suitability, and survivability.

  • TEMP / test strategy development & updates
  • DT plans; OT/LFT coordination & data packages
  • Evaluation frameworks & mission‑based metrics

Modeling & Simulation (VV&A)

Make models decision‑grade with verification, validation & accreditation tied to use cases.

  • VV&A plans & evidence (credibility assessments)
  • Data pedigree & configuration control
  • Scenario definition & results traceability

Digital engineering & MBSE

Digital thread across requirements, design, test, and sustainment—fewer hand‑offs, more insight.

  • Model‑based requirements & architectures
  • Testable interfaces; configuration management
  • Authoritative source(s) of truth (ASoT)

Sustainment & readiness

Design for availability. Link RAM‑C, supply, and maintenance data to operational outcomes.

  • RAM‑C planning & fielding support
  • Tech data, CM/DM, and change control
  • Training, manuals, and support equipment

Compliance quick reference

We align plans and evidence with current DoD policies and standards.

Acquisition
  • Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000.85; AAF)
  • Pathways & tailoring (MCA, MTA, Software, DBS)
  • Reviews & decision authorities
Safety
  • MIL‑STD‑882E System Safety
  • Risk acceptance & safety case evidence
  • Hazard tracking & closure
T&E
  • DoDI 5000.89 Test & Evaluation
  • TEMP, DT&E, OT&E, LFT&E coordination
  • DOT&E oversight where applicable
M&S
  • DoDI 5000.61 VV&A for models & sims
  • Credibility assessments & accreditation
  • Data governance & pedigree
Digital
  • DoDI 5000.97 Digital Engineering
  • Digital thread & authoritative sources
  • Model‑based reviews
Other
  • Export controls (ITAR/EAR) coordination
  • Cybersecurity & RMF alignment
  • Configuration & data management

Typical deliverables

Reviewer‑ready artifacts with traceable methods and data.

Safety package
  • SSPP, hazard analyses, HTS, risk acceptance docs
  • Safety requirements & verification matrix
  • Auditable closure evidence
T&E planning
  • TEMP / test strategy drafts and updates
  • DT plans, data management & evaluation criteria
  • OT/LFT coordination artifacts
Model credibility
  • VV&A plan, scenarios, datasets, and reports
  • Assumptions & limitations register
  • Accreditation package for decision use
Scope a weapons systems engagement
We support compliance and evidence generation. We do not manufacture, sell, or broker defense articles. All work is performed in accordance with applicable U.S. law and client security requirements.