Non-Kinetic Countermeasure Support

The Non-Kinetic Countermeasure Support program, part of the Air Force's Research, Development, Test & Evaluation efforts, focuses on enhancing operational systems through a federated data architecture and repository. This initiative supports Department of Defense-wide efforts by providing tools for tailored analysis and visualization to meet the intelligence needs of the intelligence enterprise. It falls under Operational Systems Development, which involves upgrading systems that are either already fielded or approved for full-rate production.

A primary goal is to evaluate current database capabilities and design an architecture that integrates various data sources across the Department of Defense. This includes prototyping repository capabilities to improve data sharing and analysis. The development process encompasses testing and prototyping phases to ensure the architecture meets requirements for effective non-kinetic countermeasures.

The Geo Info & Serv Software Development project within this program will focus on creating a robust data infrastructure. This involves contracting various methods to achieve desired outcomes, with significant resources allocated for product development and capability evaluation and testing. The project is scheduled to begin in early 2025, with efforts continuing through 2029.

The Non-Kinetic Countermeasure Support program aims to advance the Air Force's ability to manage and utilize data effectively in support of national defense objectives. By developing a comprehensive data architecture, it seeks to enhance decision-making processes and operational effectiveness across multiple defense domains.