Joint Tactical Ground System

Joint Tactical Ground System supports the development and testing of the JTAGS Block II Preplanned Product Improvements (P3I) program. This program aims to upgrade JTAGS to a Block II configuration for operation with the next generation of Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) satellites, and improve warning tactical parameters and timeliness. The specific objectives include developing and fielding JTAGS Block II capabilities as soon as possible, addressing evolving cyber hardening advances, defense against emerging threats, and compliance with JTAGS Capability Development Document (CDD) threshold requirements. Additionally, the program supports test and evaluation efforts for the JTAGS system.

The primary goal of Program PE 0208053A is to provide missile warning message data for the Air and Missile Defense (AMD) architecture and improve performance for Integrated Air and Missile Defense Fire Control Systems/Composite Army Air and Missile Defense Brigades. The program also aims to disseminate near real-time warning, alerting, and cueing information on ballistic missile launches and other tactical events of interest throughout the theater using existing communication networks. Furthermore, it provides critical support to Combatant Commanders in their Areas of Responsibility (AOR) by supporting all Theater Missile Defense pillars and affording the shortest sensor-to-shooter connectivity. The program's objectives include transitioning the majority of JTAGS program and associated funding to the United States Space Force in Fiscal Year 2024 (FY2024), while continuing to support one man year of effort at the Army Space and Missile Defense Command.