PNT Resiliency, Mods, and Improvements

The PNT Resiliency, Mods, and Improvements program is designed to enhance the Air Force's capabilities in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) by developing advanced GPS receivers. Project 641030 focuses on the research, development, qualification, and testing of Enhanced Anti-Jam (EAJ) Military Code (M-Code) GPS receivers. These receivers are essential for ensuring operational resilience in contested environments by providing improved signal acquisition, accuracy, and security. The program supports both Air Force and joint weapon systems by integrating these advanced receivers into mission planning software.

A key objective is to address challenges posed by Anti-Access/Area Denial (A2/AD) environments. By developing M-Code receivers with EAJ capabilities, the program ensures that weapon systems maintain precision and lethality even under adversarial conditions. This involves comprehensive research and development efforts across various systems and subsystems within the Air Force Program Executive Officer (AFPEO) Weapons portfolio. Additionally, it addresses potential Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues to maintain a steady supply of necessary components.

The M-Code EAJ project also emphasizes security certification and integration readiness. In FY 2024, efforts will continue towards designing and developing a High Anti-Jam Miniature M-Code Enhanced Receiver (HAMMER), preparing for production cut-in, and achieving fielding objectives. This includes completing the security certification of the Common Architecture for Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (CAAP). The acquisition strategy employs a Family of Systems approach to ensure compatibility across various Air Force weapons while leveraging existing technologies from the Military GPS User Equipment (MGUE) program.

This program is integral to advancing the Air Force's PNT capabilities by ensuring that weapon systems can operate effectively in increasingly complex threat environments. Through strategic research and development initiatives, it aims to deliver unmatched operational resilience and precision for future military engagements.