ACQ 1010 MODULE 3 EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
What must acquisition programs do? - Answer- Establish thresholds and objectives for
the min number of cost, schedule, and performance parameters that describe the
program throughout its life cycle.
What is the first step in the J.C.I.D.s process? - Answer- The Capabilities-based
assessment (C.B.A.)
What is the purpose of Milestone A? - Answer- Milestone A is the investment decision
point where the Air Force commits to:
- Pursuing specific product or design concepts.
- Allocating resources to:
o Mature technology
o Reduce risks
This happens before committing major resources to development, production, and
fielding.
For MS A, the MDA must approve: - Answer- - Proposed Material Solution (based on
the AoA)
- Acquisition Strategy
- System Engineering Plan
- Test and Evaluation Master Plan
- Life Cycle Sustainment Plan
What is the purpose of Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR)? - Answer-
To reduce risks related to:
- Technology
- Engineering
- Integration
- Life-cycle cost
...to a level where the Air Force is confident in awarding an Engineering and
Manufacturing Development (EMD) contract, leading to successful:
- Development
- Production
- Sustainment
, What is the purpose of Milestone B? - Answer- Milestone B grants authorization to
award contracts for activities that:
- Continue system development
- Develop the manufacturing process
These actions ultimately lead to production and fielding of the final product.
For MS B, the MDA approves the following: - Answer- - Entry into EMD
- Acquisition strategy
- Acquisition program baseline
- Low-Rate Initial Production quantities
- Exist criteria for EMD
Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) - Answer- EMD focuses on turning
a chosen design concept into a real, working system. It involves:
1. Develop: Refine the design and engineering specifications.
2. Build: Construct prototypes or initial production units.
3. Test: Rigorously evaluate the system against operational requirements.
4. Evaluate: Analyze test results to verify performance and identify areas for
improvement.
Goal: Ensure the system meets all requirements (including security) and is ready for:
1. Production: Manufacturing at scale.
2. Deployment: Fielding the system for operational use.
3. Sustainment: Long-term maintenance and support.
What is the purpose of Milestone C - Answer- To initiate the Production and
Deployment (P&D) Phase. To commit DoD to production of the system and authorize
entry into Low-Rate initial production (LRIP)
Prior to make the Milestone C decision, the MDA considers the following: - Answer- -
Evaluations of any early operational test and evaluation
- Evidence that the production design is stable
- The results of an operational assessment (if conducted)
- The maturity of the software
- Any significant manufacturing risks
- The status of critical intelligence parameters and intelligence mission data
requirements, relative to fielding timelines
Full funding
* MDA decisions made at this milestone are documented in an Acquisition Decision
Memorandum (ADM).
AND ANSWERS
What must acquisition programs do? - Answer- Establish thresholds and objectives for
the min number of cost, schedule, and performance parameters that describe the
program throughout its life cycle.
What is the first step in the J.C.I.D.s process? - Answer- The Capabilities-based
assessment (C.B.A.)
What is the purpose of Milestone A? - Answer- Milestone A is the investment decision
point where the Air Force commits to:
- Pursuing specific product or design concepts.
- Allocating resources to:
o Mature technology
o Reduce risks
This happens before committing major resources to development, production, and
fielding.
For MS A, the MDA must approve: - Answer- - Proposed Material Solution (based on
the AoA)
- Acquisition Strategy
- System Engineering Plan
- Test and Evaluation Master Plan
- Life Cycle Sustainment Plan
What is the purpose of Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR)? - Answer-
To reduce risks related to:
- Technology
- Engineering
- Integration
- Life-cycle cost
...to a level where the Air Force is confident in awarding an Engineering and
Manufacturing Development (EMD) contract, leading to successful:
- Development
- Production
- Sustainment
, What is the purpose of Milestone B? - Answer- Milestone B grants authorization to
award contracts for activities that:
- Continue system development
- Develop the manufacturing process
These actions ultimately lead to production and fielding of the final product.
For MS B, the MDA approves the following: - Answer- - Entry into EMD
- Acquisition strategy
- Acquisition program baseline
- Low-Rate Initial Production quantities
- Exist criteria for EMD
Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) - Answer- EMD focuses on turning
a chosen design concept into a real, working system. It involves:
1. Develop: Refine the design and engineering specifications.
2. Build: Construct prototypes or initial production units.
3. Test: Rigorously evaluate the system against operational requirements.
4. Evaluate: Analyze test results to verify performance and identify areas for
improvement.
Goal: Ensure the system meets all requirements (including security) and is ready for:
1. Production: Manufacturing at scale.
2. Deployment: Fielding the system for operational use.
3. Sustainment: Long-term maintenance and support.
What is the purpose of Milestone C - Answer- To initiate the Production and
Deployment (P&D) Phase. To commit DoD to production of the system and authorize
entry into Low-Rate initial production (LRIP)
Prior to make the Milestone C decision, the MDA considers the following: - Answer- -
Evaluations of any early operational test and evaluation
- Evidence that the production design is stable
- The results of an operational assessment (if conducted)
- The maturity of the software
- Any significant manufacturing risks
- The status of critical intelligence parameters and intelligence mission data
requirements, relative to fielding timelines
Full funding
* MDA decisions made at this milestone are documented in an Acquisition Decision
Memorandum (ADM).
