Threat Simulator Development

The Threat Simulator Development program within the Air Force is dedicated to enhancing Electronic Warfare (EW) systems through thorough testing and evaluation. It aims to manage risks during the acquisition of EW weapons systems by employing various test and evaluation capabilities. These include modeling and simulation, full-scale chamber testing, and flight testing on open-air ranges. Additionally, the program focuses on understanding threats by acquiring foreign materiel and evaluating interactions with U.S. EW systems.

The Electronic Combat Intel Support project supports Foreign Materiel Operational Test and Evaluation (FMOT&E). This involves deploying systems to test facilities, evaluating results, and ensuring operational commands can develop effective Electronic Attack/Electronic Protection techniques. The project aims to prevent future aircraft losses by refining aircrew tactics through rigorous testing and validation.

The Electronic Warfare Ground Test Resources project is focused on modernizing test facilities to enhance EW capabilities, including Directed Energy weapons. This involves upgrading threat system simulators, stimulators, emitters, and infrastructure to test current and future weapon systems in realistic environments. Facilities like the National Radar Cross Section Test Facility and the Guided Weapons Evaluation Facility are essential for providing accurate measurements and simulations for defense agencies and industry partners.

The Foreign Materiel Acquisition/Analysis project supports the Department of the Air Force's Foreign Materiel Program by acquiring and analyzing foreign materiel. This initiative helps prioritize service requirements annually, ensuring assessments and data for threat systems are available to all Department of Defense components. The project also facilitates cooperative efforts between the United States Air Force and United States Space Force to address prioritized foreign materiel needs effectively.