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2. Configuration Management
Configuration Management (CM) is another example of principle program support tasks performed by SSC. Our clients have included program offices at both PL and SMC. The SSC CM experiences and achievements at both PL and SMC are extensive and we can bring our expertise to bear in this area on short notice. For the AFRL Altair program, SSC CM engineers were the contractor leads for both hardware and software CM. We developed the hardware drawing tree and developed methodologies for tracking and reporting change control status for Altair hardware, software and documentation. We also developed and published a Configuration Management Plan for the AFRL Space Experiments Directorate and defined the requirements and procedures for the Altair Configuration Control Board. For Altair, DMC personnel cataloged 13,000 documents inherited from the Starlab program into an SSC-developed database.
Our configuration/data management program support at SMC included several launch vehicle SPOs including Titan, Atlas, Delta and Upper Stages and the Air Force Satellite Control Network. The specific tasking included analysis of contract configuration management plans and the interface control plan, review of systems, system segments and hardware/ software configuration item specification and design/ interface requirements documents, design reviews and audits. We also supported Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), maintained and performed data entry into automated and manual configuration control-related files, records and documentation. SSC configuration management personnel are seasoned, competent professional with years of experience with Air Force and industry.
3. Data Management
SSC data managers have performed CDRL delivery tracking, government review scheduling, and document management functions. SSC personnel supported CDRL development, review, and integration into Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Technical Changes. This included Data Item Description (DID) research and requirements development support, data call and data review planning and administration, and analysis of contract data form and content. SSC data managers supported the SMC Satellite Control Networks Automated Remote Tracking Stations (ARTS) II upgrade, the launch vehicle program offices, and the Air Force Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) program office. Previously, SSC has provided DM support to several other SMC program offices including ASAT, Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP), and DSP.
4 Systems Effectiveness
SSC engineers supported the Defense Support Program (DSP) Directorate of Engineering (MJA) in the planning, scheduling and acquisition document preparation for the DSP Block 23, Ground Computer Change-Out (GCO), and Orbital Support Services (OSS) acquisitions. On the Satellite Read-Out Station Upgrade (SRSU) program, SSC monitored contractor software and hardware development through installation and test. SSC maintained an ongoing program issue tracking and reporting system. SSC monitored and reported risks associated with project interdependencies with concurrent acquisitions. SSC also provided MJA with Request for Proposal (RFP) development assistance on their Sensor Support Services (SSS) acquisition in such areas as SOW preparation assistance, CDRL research, development and preparation, and WBS development, along with creation of CDRL-WBS-SOW cross reference matrix. SSC provided high priority support to the development of the Talon Shield (MJT) SOW and CDRL, meeting all critical short suspense dates. SSC engineers also supported MJ on the Computer Resources Working Group (CRWG) and the Computer Resources Life Cycle Management Plan (CRLCMP) working groups.
SSC provided support to the PL Advanced Tracking Branch in several acquisition, tracking, and pointing tasks that were considered key technologies to the ALTAIR program. SSC also supported the development of an advanced Doppler tracking concept and its proof of principle. This effort included preliminary design and component specification for a breadboard that will be used to demonstrate an unique approach to booster discrimination, tracking, and imaging. SSC also developed a unique tracking concept that utilizes nonlinear optical temporal filtering to perform velocity deterministic target sensing.
5. General Technical Support
SSC has provided SDI programs with state of the art simulation and modeling support. In addition to supporting simulation and modeling of various weapon systems, SSC also provided technical and administrative support, provided independent verification of analysis, and performed program evaluations. SSC has modeling experience with the SDI Mission Effectiveness Model (MEM), the DEW Simulation Tool (DEWSIM), and the cost estimation tool JAVELIN. SSC has used these tools to perform system trades, weapon mission analysis studies, and system cost trades.
SSC supported CNI's System Engineering Resource Facility (SERF) both administratively and technically. Administratively, SSC ensured that the SERF operated in an organized manner, and complied with all government requirements for security and property management. These tasks included preparing and maintaining inventories of all SERF assets including configuration listings of all software. Additionally, SSC was tasked with ensuring compliance with all applicable security procedures and regulations and the preparation of submittal information to the Information Systems Division (ISD) for Designated Approval Authority (DAA) certification of the facility. SSC, as the SERF Administrator, was responsible for all SERF hardware and software, the accountability for which is essential to the facility's operation. Included with the hardware inventory were maintenance histories on all SERF assets. In addition, software utilization was monitored in accordance with AFR 700-26, Management of Small Computers." Since the SERF processed classified information, user access was controlled. Furthermore, since the SERF is tied to the National Test Facility (NTF) through the Remote Access Site (RAS), the National Test Bed (NTB) levied additional security restrictions on SERF access (CNWDI and WNINTEL).
Technical support tasks ensured SERF hardware and software availability for user activities. These tasks included technical support to users, correcting minor hardware and software related problems, providing maintenance assistance, performing feasibility and trade studies, and recommending modifications as required. SSC also assisted in the installation and checkout of new equipment and software in the SERF.
6. General Administrative Support
SSC provided graphics and art illustration support to SMC from 1985 to 1992 employing current technology and state-of-the-art Apple Macintosh color graphics software, hardware and laser printers. As technology advanced, SSC's expertise evolved with SMC SPO requirements for more sophisticated presentation materials and aids. Advancing from simple line charts to dramatic, multicolor, multi-dimension products, SSC support included designing and producing logos, capability brochures, automated briefings, and dramatic viewgraphs. SSC also provided multi-media support for briefings and special events as required to meet the growing demand for these presentation tools. SSC provided graphics support to nine program offices: CNI, CNO, CNP, CNT, CNW, MB, MJ, MI, and XR.
7. Electronic Data Control and Information Systems Support
SSC computer engineers specified, implemented and supported wide-area packet switched communications networks (WANs) as well as local area networks (LANs) at SMC. SSC knows the state of the art and emerging standards in electronic data transfer using fiber-optic media, and can identify the trade-offs between baseband and broadband transmission techniques with respect to a given customers network requirements. SSC has researched and evaluated currently available LAN hardware and software products for compatibility with the customers' existing LANs. SSC personnel are also experienced in network administration, user training, and integration of network capabilities into customer organizations and procedures. SSC designed the LANs being used in CN, MB and MJ for the SDI, FEWS and DSP programs. Additionally, for MB and MJ, SSC implemented the LAN systems and functioned as the LAN Administrator.
SSC provided support to MJ and MB in requirements definition for office automation and MIS systems. This included researching commercially available hardware and software products, conducting trade studies, and making recommendations. SSC also supported CN, MJ and MB with automated data processing equipment (ADPE) inventory control. SSC conducted security audits, processed Designated Approval Authority (DAA) documentation for secure mini- and microcomputer systems. SSC supported PC maintenance, troubleshooting and all other general task efforts associated with SPO computer systems user support. Also included in these efforts is telecommunications support using associated knowledge of utility and emulation software.
We have already noted that SSC was the System Administrator for the Air Force SDI System Engineering Resource Facility (SERF). The SERF contained five Sun Corporation work stations and associated peripherals that are used to support mission effectiveness modeling and simulation. The expertise of SSC's staff included working experience in secure computing environments. SSC engineers supported secure data communications in a wide-area network. SSC defined security architectures required for network hosts and remote terminals, developed the necessary security documents required to establish secure communications systems, and acquired the appropriate DAA authorization to operate the secure systems. SSC supported SMC in the administration of a classified HP 3000 and its associated LAN.
8. Security Support
SSC supported security administration requirements for our personnel at SMC and other U.S. Government facilities at PL and at Malabar. SSC provided security administration in accordance with DoD Directive 5200.1-R, DoD Information Security Program, AF Regulation 205-1, Information Security Program Regulation, and AF Regulation 205-4, Industrial Security Program Regulation. SSC prepared and processed Standard Forms 86, DD Forms 1879, Standard Forms 312 and received and records DISCO Form 560 for support personnel. Currently SSC uses the EPSQ system to file these forms electronically. SSC processes visit notifications to classified facilities and maintains records and rosters of all government and contractor personnel using the SSC corporate secure facilities. SSC maintains storage capability at the SECRET level.
SSC maintained Document Management Centers (DMCs) at SMC in CN and MJ, and at PL. These facilities were used for document retrieval and control including classified material. SSC personnel provided security administration support by ensuring proper marking of classified documents in accordance with AF Regulation 205-13, A Guide to Marking Classified Documents and DoD Directive 5220.22M, Industrial Security Manual for Safeguarding Classified Information. SSC personnel processed Forms 310, monitored downgrading actions, and prepared documents for transfer to other government facilities. SSC maintained an automated database that tracks, updates, and reports the status of classified material.
SSC's primary COMSEC responsibilities occurred in the Systems Engineering Resource Facility (SERF) where, as the SERF Administrator, we processed classified and unclassified material through the use of cryptographic equipment. We exercised specific procedures and responsibilities for handling COMSEC material such as keying material for KG94s, controlling operations codes and authenticators, inventory and accounting/destruction requirements; security requirements for safeguarding and handling material; and physical security requirements.
SSC Electronic Data Control and Information Systems Support personnel initiated and maintained an inventory of classified ADPE, and performed security audits for DAA documentation in accordance with Air Force Regulation 205-16, Computer Security Policy. SSC also supported SMC SASMs in initiating and processing documentation for COMSEC and TEMPEST requirements for computer hardware.
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9. Manpower Management
SSC has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Air Force military personnel system, the U.S. Government civilian personnel system and how each system relates to SMC manpower management. SSC has extensive experience providing manpower management support in CN, MB, MJ and XR.
SSC created, developed, and implemented automated systems to track, update and consolidate all military (MMIS) and civilian (CMIS) personnel information. These auto mated systems can be easily transferred to any SPO, and all automated reports generated from the MMIS and CMIS can be tailored to meet the needs of the Program Office. These tools provide the users with a menu-driven program that maintains a real-time database for personnel information that is easily reported through thirty different report formats. SSC personnel provided daily, weekly and monthly reports to the Program Offices in Executive Officer Notebooks and through status presentations using graphical formats.
SSC personnel are experienced in all manpower management activities including the processing of military and civilian documents (Forms 52, 2096, 1378, 971, etc.), letters, certifications, awards and decorations, performance reports and worksheets. SSC personnel know how to advertise for SPO manpower positions using the SMC Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB) for position descriptions. SSC is also trained in the use of SPO directed software that allows the user to track, consolidate, and report personnel training data in support of the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP).
Most important, SSC developed the working relationships necessary to facilitate this manpower support with the SMC personnel organizations (Functional Resource Managers, Detachment 27, Management Engineering Squadron, Consolidated Base Personnel Office (CBPO)). This allowed SSC to assist the SPOs on efficiently tracking, updating and processing manpower information to support a dynamic personnel environment that includes reorganizations, reductions-in-force, PCAs and PCSs. SSC personnel continued to facilitate all documentation, take all necessary actions to ensure proper coordination and completion of manpower management activities, and advance the communications between SPO management and the SMC base personnel organizations.