1. CAD/PAD Development Process
David Sorochty CAD/PAD Development Team Lead Technology Development Branch
19 April 2017

2. Development Process Overview
Cartridge Actuated Device (CAD) and Propellant Actuated Device (PAD) development process
New designs for CAD/PAD items
Improvements to current CAD/PAD designs
Second Sources for currently procured CAD/PAD items
Approval for use of current CAD/PAD designs in new applications
Process covers from concept through release to service
CAD/PAD development projects at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD)
Managed and executed by Technology Development Branch (E24), CAD/PAD Division (E2)

3. Development Project Drivers
Functional Improvements
New requirements
Correction of deficiencies
Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO) improvements
Producibility Improvements
Obsolescence of
Materials
Energetic Ingredients
Electronic Components
New Environmental Restrictions
Safety Issues
Service Life Limitations
Obtain Second Sources
Unsolicited vendor submitted proposals considered throughout the year

4. Technology Development Vehicles
Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA)
Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract
Traditional contract through Indian Head Contracting Division
Technology Development Branch may work with a vendor to carry out design and test portions of development project

5. Project Selection Process
Team reviews submissions
Proposals are reviewed for technical content
Ranked and prioritized based on selection criteria, feasibility, and business case analysis results
Selection Criteria
Safety
Obsolescence
Performance Improvement
Second Sources – ensure long-term availability, cost reduction in procurement
Selected efforts begin - pending funding availability

6. SETR Process Series of formal reviews
Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) Process
Series of formal reviews
Bring knowledge and expertise to the design/development process
Ensure program success
Reviews are part of a well-managed engineering effort
Ensure all technical and programmatic requirements are met
Include participation by Subject Matter Experts who are independent of the program
Provides engineering rigor to the CAD/PAD development process
Specific reviews conducted are tailored to the individual project

7. SETR Process
System Requirements Review (SRR) – Ensure all requirements, objectives, and resources are identified at beginning
Preliminary Design Review (PDR) – Evaluation of initial design & any proof of concept testing - reasonable expectation of success
Critical Design Review (CDR) – Assesses final design and any Design Verification Testing conducted
Test Readiness Review (TRR) – Ensure all test plans, procedures, and equipment are adequate to conduct Qualification Testing
Production Readiness Review (PRR) – Evaluation of production plans, procedures, and equipment used for qualification (same as for regular production)

8. Qualification Testing
Conducted after changes made and initial design verification testing shows project’s goals are met
Component Tests
System Tests
Typically conducted by government, but can be by industry
Qualification test requirements established and considered prior to project initiation
Ensures Quality Product
Demonstrated to meet appropriate specifications
Meets system / platform requirements
Improvements successfully resolve identified issues

9. Service Release Type I Service Release
Safety of Handling and Installation
Prior to flight of Naval Aircraft by contractor / military test pilots
Type II Service Release
Interim Service Release-part is qualified (met all technical requirements)
Prior to flight of Naval Aircraft by Fleet pilots
Procurement to vendor’s part number for Fleet use, by exception, with Program Office (sponsor) approval
Process to Introduce New Items to DoD Inventory
Existing/improved items released for service in new applications and for use in additional applications
2nd source items released for use in the same applications as current item

10. Service Release cont’d
Type IIIA Service Release
Final release to service - fully documented
Admission into Naval supply system for procurement
Type IIIB Service Release
Special release - proprietary source controlled data package
Type IV Service Release
Use of previously qualified item in new application
Any tailored requirements need to be addressed
Documentation for Type III Service Release:
- Final Hazard Classification
- Electrostatic Discharge Analysis
- HERO status
- Special Packaging Instruction
- Demilitarization Plan
- Drawings and Specifications
- DODIC
- Nomenclature
- NSN

11. In-Service RFV & ECO Impacts
Technology Development Branch evaluates requests for changes to in-service CAD/PAD items to assess first article test (FAT) and qualification status impacts
Request for Variance (RFV)
Engineering Change Order (ECO)
Submitted by vendor through contracts to E25 In-Service Engineering Branch to the Technology Development Branch
RFVs and ECOs may result in a new CAD/PAD development project

12. Summary
Unsolicited vendor submitted proposals considered throughout the year
Development projects follow SETR process which provides technical rigor from concept through Qualification and Service Release
RFVs and ECOs are assessed for FAT and qualification impacts and may lead to new development efforts

13. Backup Slides

14. CRADAs Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA)
Agreement with NSWC IHEODTD to perform cooperative and mutually beneficial R&D consistent with NSWC IHEODTD mission
NSWC IHEODTD may provide personnel, services, facilities and equipment, but not funds. Licensee may provide all of the above and funds
Used for
Technology transfer - improved design, processes, materials for vendor's CAD/PAD to address obsolescence issues, process upgrades, standardization
Introduction of new technologies into CAD/PAD product line
Second Source development

15. IDIQ Contract Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract
Omnibus type of contract, tasks defined by a Statement of Work
Development and Qualification Support
Ordnance Assessment/Evaluation Testing
Technical Consulting
Not all CAD/PAD vendors are on IDIQ – “on-ramp” procedure
Preferred contracting vehicle