Warrior Systems <$5M

The Warrior Systems program, managed by United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is a comprehensive procurement line dedicated to equipping Special Operations Forces (SOF) with specialized, rapidly fielded equipment and technology. The overarching goal is to enhance SOF warfighting capabilities by providing advanced communications, weapons, protection and survival systems, electronic countermeasures, counter-uncrewed systems, visual augmentation, and mission command tools. The program supports both discretionary and mandatory funding streams.

Satellite Deployable Node (SDN) is a major capability acquisition program providing SOF with deployable, multi-band satellite communications systems for secure voice, data, and video connectivity across all classification levels. SDN includes Light, Medium, and Heavy variants, as well as technology insertions and capital equipment replacement. Funding supports procurement of SDN-Light and SDN-Medium hardware units, FMV technology insertions, and communications-on-the-move capabilities. The program leverages commercial technologies to accelerate delivery and modernization, aligning with the National Defense Strategy.

SCAMPI delivers commercial off-the-shelf IT hardware and software to support Military Information Support Operations (MISO) networks. Its primary objective is to provide a WAN foundation for secure, accelerated data, voice, and video transport between USSOCOM, deployed SOF, and partner agencies. Funding covers replacement of installation gateways, strategic gateways, special processing nodes, and airborne ISR hubs. The program also supports C2ISR-T infrastructure for high-quality, low-latency ISR data transport, with a net decrease in funding due to realignment and reduced gateway procurement.

Weapons procurement ensures SOF operators have access to advanced rifles, sniper rifles, machine guns, handguns, and accessories tailored to mission-specific requirements. The budget supports the acquisition of rifles, sniper rifles, machine guns, and range equipment. The program is structured to provide modular, suppressed, and multi-caliber weapons for engagement at varying ranges. A funding decrease reflects the completion of certain operational capabilities and the end of support for SOF activities in Europe.

Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) focuses on medical devices and equipment for forward-deployed SOF, including operator and medic kits, CASEVAC sets, and Brain Health Blast Exposure Monitoring Systems (BEMO). Funding enables procurement of blast sensor devices and CASEVAC sets, supporting both lifesaving and longitudinal brain health research. The program aims to reduce battlefield losses through timely casualty care and evacuation capabilities, with increased funding for expanded BEMO system deployment.

Multi-Mission Electronic Counter Measures (MM-ECM) and Counter Uncrewed Systems (CUxS) are critical for force protection and countering evolving threats. MM-ECM provides modular jamming systems to defeat RF-controlled devices, with funds for modernization kits and next-generation devices. CUxS enhances SOF's ability to detect, track, and defeat uncrewed threats across air, ground, and maritime domains, with procurement focused on dismounted, mounted, and expeditionary fixed-site devices and ancillary equipment.

Visual Augmentation Systems (VAS) encompasses optics, lasers, and simulators to improve day/night detection, targeting, and training. Funding supports procurement of helmet-mounted and handheld imagers, weapon optics for day and night, weapon-mounted lasers, targeting devices, and joint fires simulators. These systems optimize operator effectiveness and survivability. Additional lines such as Next Generation Tactical Communications, Radio Integration System, Blue Force Tracking, Remote Advise and Assist Virtual Accompany Kit, Power and Data Accessory Suite, Mission Command System/Common Operational Picture, Tactical Local Area Network, Fly-Away Broadcasting System, and Advanced Tactical Flotation Systems further support SOF operational needs in communications, situational awareness, partner force support, power management, and survivability. Each subprogram is justified by specific procurement quantities and capability enhancements, ensuring SOF readiness across diverse mission environments.