Budget Account
2040A - Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army
Budget Activity
05 - System development and demonstration
Description
The Constructive Simulation Systems Development program is designed to enhance the U.S. Army's training capabilities using advanced simulation technologies. A key project within this program is the Intelligence Simulation Systems, which focuses on developing the Intelligence Electronic Warfare Tactical Proficiency Trainer (IEWTPT). This initiative supports home-station training by simulating military intelligence and electronic warfare equipment, allowing soldiers to maintain critical skills in a realistic environment. The IEWTPT plays a vital role in the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence's training strategy, offering a comprehensive simulation environment for various intelligence disciplines such as All Source Analysis, Signals Intelligence, and Geospatial Intelligence.
Another important aspect of this program is the Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC), which supports Army Title X training globally. JLCCTC provides commanders and their staff with training in decisive actions, including offensive and defensive operations. It offers software modeling and simulation capabilities that ensure accurate representations of land warfare operations within a joint operating environment. The program aims to develop JLCCTC Version 9.x to support emerging requirements like the Common Operating Environment and Cyber Security frameworks.
For FY 2025, funding for Intelligence Simulation Systems will focus on advancing agile software development tools and improving integration into the Military Intelligence cloud-ready baseline. This includes enhancing multi-intelligence scenario development tools and threat modeling capabilities to replicate theater-level intelligence operations. Concurrently, JLCCTC will continue its efforts in software model improvements to meet emerging mission command requirements and support system test events for validation purposes.
The Constructive Simulation Systems Development program seeks to provide comprehensive training solutions that enhance readiness and operational effectiveness across various domains within the Army. By leveraging advanced simulation technologies, these projects aim to prepare military personnel for complex battlefield conditions through realistic and integrated training environments.