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PEO/PM

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Mandatory Policy - Public Law and Regulatory
  •  Each service has implementing instructions that provide greater detail as to the roles and responsibilities of the PEO/PMs.  In the Air Force AFI 63-101 provides responsibilities for both the PM and PEO in chapter 3, subpart 3.14 and 3.16.  In the Air Force the CAE nominates PEOs/PMs for ACAT 1 programs.  The PEOs recommend PMs for ACAT I selection.  The Army's implementation guidance is AR 70-1 and the Navy's is SECNAVINST 5400.15C CH-1 DoN R&D, Acquisition, Life-Cycle Mgmt Responsibilities Dec 2011.
Guidance - Defense Acquisition Guidebook
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  • PEO - a. Unless a waiver is granted for a particular program by the USD(AT&L), Coponent Acquisition Executive (CAE) shall assign acquisition program responsibilities to a PEO for all ACAT I, ACAT IA, and sensitive classified programs, or for any other program determined by the CAE to require dedicated executive management.
  • b. Unless a waiver is granted by the DAE or CAE, a PEO shall be experienced and certified in acquisition management. Waivers should be strictly avoided.

    c. The PEO shall be dedicated to executive management and shall not have other command responsibilities unless waived by the USD(AT&L).

     1. ASSIGNMENT OF PROGRAM MANAGERS. A PM shall be designated for each acquisition program. This designation shall be made no later than program initiation, and may be made earlier when determined by the MDA. It is essential that the PM have an understanding of user needs and constraints, familiarity with development principles, and requisite management skills and experience. Unless a waiver is granted by the DAE or CAE, a PM shall be experienced and certified in acquisition management. Waivers should be strictly avoided. If the acquisition is for services, the PM shall be familiar with DoD guidance on acquisition of services. A PM and a deputy PM of an ACAT I or IA program shall be assigned to the position at least until completion of the major milestone that occurs closest in time to the date on which the person has served in the position for 4 years in accordance with section 1734 of Reference (k). PMs for ACAT II and other significant non-major programs shall be assigned for not less

    than 3 years.

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