This publication implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 63-1/20-1, Integrated Life Cycle Management. This instruction establishes the Integrated Life Cycle Management (ILCM) guidelines and procedures for Air Force (AF) personnel who develop, review, approve, or manage systems, subsystems, end-items, services, and activities (for the purpose of this publication referred to as programs throughout this document) procured under Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction (DoDI) 5000.02, Operation of the Defense Acquisition System.
This Interim Change incorporates multiple changes resulting from the release of the interim DoDI 5000.02 and revised DoDI 5000.02 including independent logistics assessment, Life Cycle Support Plan requirements, System Engineering Plan approvals, Affordability, and Data Center Consolidation. This change also includes revisions and additions related to: NETCENTS; Acquisition Master List; Technology Projects; Risk Management Framework and Cybersecurity; Technical Authority; Industrial Base Assessments; and rescission of AFI 63-114, Quick Reaction Capabilities Process. Finally, it includes administrative changes to correct format and typographical errors. Note: This change does not fully implement the 7 January 2015 revision to DoDI 5000.02.
Specific paragraphs addressing space acquisition are:
4.10. Independent Program Assessment (IPA). For Space Acquisition Programs (as defined in 5000.02), the PM shall ensure an IPA is conducted before each milestone and whenever directed by the MDA. IPAs are designed to identify program cost, schedule, and performance risks; formulate handling/mitigation plans; and provide feedback to the program manager and reports to the MDA. For best practices and schedule recommendations refer to AFPAM 63-128.
5.2.1.3.4. For Space Acquisition Programs, the MDA shall conduct a Post-System Design Review Assessment (P-SDRA). This is normally conducted prior to the PDR and MS B.
5.4.1.2. Mission Assurance for Space Programs. The PM shall ensure that Mission Assurance is an integral part of the space system development, and is integrated throughout life cycle and documented in life cycle documentation.
6.20.4. Spacecraft and orbital launch vehicle components shall complete end-of life disposal assessment requirements and documentation IAW AFI 91-217, Space Safety and Mishap Prevention Program.
