114 Acquisition

Question 1

What does Naval Training Systems Requirements, Acquisition, and Management provide

Answer 1

Establishes policy for planning, determining, and documenting manpower, personnel, and training (MPT) requirements for Navy and integrated Navy/Marine Corps new and modernized acquisition systems across the entire continuum of Navy training.

Question 2

What document is prepared for traceability in support of new and or modernized Naval capabilities

Answer 2

Traceability will be articulated in the form of a Navy Training System Plan (NTSP).

Question 3

What is the purpose of a Naval Training Systems Plan (NTSP)

Answer 3

NTSPs are Navy and Integrated Navy/Marine Corps documents which communicate manpower, personnel, and training (MPT) gaps and needs in support of new acquisition and or modernization programs.

Question 4

How many Acquisition Categories (ACAT) does the NTSP process govern

Answer 4

ACAT I through ACAT IV.

Question 5

List and describe the five gates/thresholds for NTSP submittal

Answer 5

Six years prior to training system initial operational capability (IOC) if military construction (MILCON) is required.
Three years prior to IOC if a major defense acquisition program or a major system (ACAT I or II) training device (TD) research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) is required.
Three years prior to IOC for a major defense acquisition program or for major system follow-on TDs.
Prior to initial operational test and evaluation (IOT&E).
Three months prior to IOC for rapid acquisition programs such as NDI, COTS, RDC, AAP, and JUON programs.

Question 6

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of Deputy Chief of Naval Operations

Answer 6

Validate impact and equities of acquisition, modernization, and configuration management on total resources; plan, program, and budget for sustainment, serve as single manpower resource sponsor, coordinate with USMC.

Question 7

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of OPNAV N15

Answer 7

Validate individual training requirements, NTSP - serve as lead in TRPPM/MPT, NTSPCs and other NTSP-related forums.

Question 8

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities OPNAV N43

Answer 8

Provide fleet readiness training resources and oversight.

Question 9

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of Resource Sponsors

Answer 9

Plan, program, fund requirements for design, development, procurement, engineering change, and modernization of the training system for its life cycle.

Question 10

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of SYSCOMS

Answer 10

Comply with OPNAVINST 4000.57 as well as other relevant directives and processes for fielding or installation of new systems equipment or software to include the “one book.”

Question 11

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of Program Managers

Answer 11

Identify, plan, budget, and submit all system and resource requirements, including the development of the NTS and coordinate current and future FY cost estimates and priorities for training solutions with OPNAV N15.

Question 12

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of Training Support Activity

Answer 12

Develop and implement the TSIP in coordination with the TA to meet the resource sponsor established RFT date. Develop training solutions, curriculum, courseware and content. Conduct the FEA and develop PQS.

Question 13

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of NETC

Answer 13

Plan and execute TA roles and responsibilities when designated.

Question 14

Discuss Acquisition roles and responsibilities of Fleet Forces Command

Answer 14

Validate and prioritize fleet training program.