Colonel Michael Manning Ground Combat Element Systems Colonel Michael Manning January 2019
International Programs MCSC Organization Chart MARCORSYSCOM Commander Executive Director Sergeant Major Counsel AC/S G-1 Admin International Programs AC/S G-2 Security Small Business Command Safety AC/S G-4 Facilities, Supply & Services CoS Chief of Staff AC/S G-6 OCIO DEPUTY TO THE COMMANDER Systems Engineering & Acquisition Logistics DEPUTY TO THE COMMANDER Resource Management LA Legislative Advisor DIRECTOR G-3/Operations & Programs DIRECTOR Contracts Staff Sec DIRECTOR Systems Engineering DIRECTOR Financial Management OPAC Office of Public Affairs & Comm DIRECTOR Acquisition Logistics & Product Support DIRECTOR Human Capital Management IG Inspector General CO MCTSSA Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity PfM GCES Portfolio Manager Ground Combat Element Systems PfM LCES Portfolio Manager Logistics Combat Element Systems PfM CES Portfolio Manager Command Element Systems PfM SES Portfolio Manager Supporting Establishment Systems PM TRASYS Program Manager Training Systems PM WGC Program Manager Wargaming Capability PM LAV Program Manager Light Armored Vehicle AVTB Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch PM IW Infantry Weapons PM ENG SYS Engineer Systems PM INTEL Intelligence Systems PM NI Network & Infrastructure PM ICE Infantry Combat Equipment PM SUP/MAINT SYS Supply & Maintenance Systems PM C2 SYSTEMS Command & Control Systems PM CS3 Customer Support & Strategic Sourcing PM FIRES Fires PM AMMO Ammunition PM COMMS Communications Systems PM APPS Applications 7/17/2018
GCES Mission & Vision PM Infantry Weapons Mission Statement Equip and sustain the Marine Corps with fully integrated infantry, reconnaissance, armor and fire support systems to increase the lethality of the Ground Combat Element. In partnership with our stakeholders, execute the in-service support of fielded equipment to ensure readiness. Vision A team of credible, trusted professionals delivering dominant, reliable equipment and support to the Marines.
Ground Combat Element Systems Systems (GCES) Portfolio Manager (PfM), Deputy Portfolio Manager Program Manager Infantry Weapons Program Manager Infantry Combat Equipment Program Manager Fires Deputy Program Manager Deputy Program Manager Deputy Program Manager Weapons Clothing and Equipment Artillery Weapons Optics Individual Armor Fire Direction and Sensors Force Protection Amphibious/Air Reconnaissance Fire Support Coordination Anti-Armor Systems Tanks
Areas Where Industry Can Help PfM GCES Opportunities Areas Where Industry Can Help Low cost high reliability rocket motors Multi-spectral imagers and rangefinders High capacity magazines for M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle Reducible Height Gunners Protection Kit Next Generation Squad Weapons/Rifle Medium Machinegun Modernization Individual load bearing for dismounted Marines Scalability with/without USMC Pack and/or plate carrier Intermediate cold weather boot (20 degrees F to minus 20 degrees F, suitable for skis and snowshoes) 5
Cold weather clothing (lighter, less bulky, more comfortable, warmer) PfM GCES Opportunities Cold weather clothing (lighter, less bulky, more comfortable, warmer) Uniforms: Flame resistant (FR) fabrics and/or treatments Spectral (IR / thermal) mitigation Integration of both Hearing enhancement and protection that can be worn alone and/or integrated on/under/with helmets, comm gear, etc. Lighter and flexible body armor/plates Improve suspension system for combat helmets Knee and elbow pads (increase comfort and “wearability”) Manned-Unmanned Teaming technologies for ground combat element systems and vehicles 6
Anti-ship integration of targeting and C4 PfM GCES Opportunities Self location, targeting, and munition guidance in GPS denied environments Anti-ship integration of targeting and C4 MAGTF precision fires capabilities that can attack targets out to 100km employing manpack and vehicle borne systems Vehicle Protection against ATGM, RPG, Recoilless Rifles and other threats M1A1 Battle Management System (Integration of existing technology and development of innovative capabilities) i.e., 3rd generation Forward-looking Infra-red (FLIR), “see-thru” armor Track Width Mine Plow improvements
MAGTF Organic Precision Fires Capability Variable Power Day Optics RFIs/RFPs MAGTF Organic Precision Fires Capability Variable Power Day Optics Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggle Reducible Height Gunners Protection Kit Hearing Protection 8
QUESTIONS? Contact PfM GCES: PFMGCES@usmc.mil