According to this USD AT&L memorandum, “per Section 820, P.L. 109-364, John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2007, as amended, Section 805, P,L. 111-84, National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2010, the Department is to ensure selected positions assigned to Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP) and Major Automated Information System (MAIS) programs are performed by a properly qualified member of the Armed Forces or full-time employee of the Department of Defense by October 16, 2011. The Department's implementation strategy includes establishment of Key Leadership Positions (KLPs) that have a significant level of responsibility and authority and are key to the success of a program or effort. The Military Departments and Defense Agencies may designate any position which meets the criteria. However, the following have been identified as mandatory KLPs because they are identified in reference Section 820, P.L. 109-364 or have significant levels of responsibility and authority and are essential for the success of a program…(including the) Program Lead Logistician (Product Support Manager).” Further information on Key Leadership Positions can be found in DoDD 5000.52 Defense Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics Workforce Education, Training, and Career Development Program, DoDI 5000.55, "Reporting Management Information on DoD Military and Civilian Acquisition Personnel and Positions," and DoDI 5000.66 “Operation of the Defense Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics Workforce Education, Training, and Career Development Program.”
Important Note: This August 25, 2010 memorandum was officially superseded by USD(AT&L) Policy Memorandum “Key Leadership Positions and Qualification Criteria” dated November 8, 2013. It is being retained on this website as a historical reference, but is no longer considered official DoD policy.
