What is AT&L?

What is AT&L?

On Feb. 1, workers who report to the undersecretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics (AT&L) have a new boss. Per Congressional requirements, the office has been split into two new groups – the undersecretaries of defense for research and engineering (R&E) and acquisition and sustainment (A&S).

What is Defense AT&L?

Defense AT&L is a bimonthly magazine published by DAU Press for senior military personnel, civilians, defense contractors, and defense industry professionals in program management and the acquisition, technology and logistics workforce.

What is OUSD A&S?

Office of the Under Secretary Led by the Under Secretary, OUSD(A&S) oversees logistics, maintenance, and sustainment support for all elements of the Department and establishes policies for the maintenance of the defense industrial base of the United States.

What are three responsibilities of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment?

“(2) Technology development and technology transition issues. “(3) Issues of acquisition policy, including the length of the acquisition cycle. “(4) Issues of testing policy and ensuring that weapon systems perform properly in combat situations.

How many undersecretaries of defense are there?

five under secretaries
There are currently five under secretaries of defense, one each for acquisition, technology and logistics; policy; personnel and readiness; comptroller; and intelligence.

Who replaced Ellen?

Stacy Cummings
Stacy Cummings will succeed Hon. Ellen Lord, 2020 Wash100 Award recipient, as undersecretary for acquisition and sustainment at the Department of Defense (DoD), effective Jan. 20th, DefenseNews reported Wednesday.

What is a deputy assistant secretary of defense?

The deputy secretary of defense is in charge of the Defense Department’s day-to-day business. The primary responsibility is managing the defense budget and executing the defense secretary’s priorities.

Who is the Defense Acquisition Executive?

DAE
The Defense Acquisition Executive (DAE) is the individual responsible for supervising the Defense Acquisition System. The DAE takes precedence on all acquisition matters after the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) and the Deputy Secretary of Defense (DEPSECDEF).

What is the primary focus of the AT&L mission?

The SOF AT&L mission is to provide rapid and focused acquisition, technology, and acquisition logistics support to SOF Warfighters.

Who is Defense Acquisition Executive?

The Defense Acquisition Executive (DAE) is the individual responsible for supervising the Defense Acquisition System. The DAE takes precedence on all acquisition matters after the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) and the Deputy Secretary of Defense (DEPSECDEF).

Who is the current Secaf?

Frank Kendall was administratively sworn in July 28 as the 26th Secretary of the Air Force, placing him as the department’s civilian leader responsible for organizing, training, equipping and ensuring the welfare of nearly 700,000 Airmen, Guardians and their families.

Who was Clinton’s secretary of defense?

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