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All sensors will be fully integrated with the “all encompassing” Defense Intelligence Information Enterprise (DI2E) framework.The PED process is facilitated by Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A) which provides common softwareand tools. DCGS-A is the Army’s primary system that enables rapid sharing and dissemination of data, information,and processed intelligence to all echelons.AISR PlatformsEMARSS. EMARSS is a worldwide self-deployable AISRsystem designed for timely, accurate, assured supportto tactical forces over the full spectrum of operations.The MC-12S EMARSS is a new program that evolvedfrom the QRC systems fielded in support of OperationsIraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. The MC-12S includestwo onboard DCGS-A compliant workstationswith sensor operators that communicate through directdownlink to tactical units/commanders while the aircraftdetects, identifies, tracks, and reports high value targets (HVTs) and high value individuals (HVIs). The first four systemsare currently in developmental testing at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD and will be fielded to an Aerial ExploitationBattalion (AEB) in 4QFY14.The EMARSS strategy includes a total of twenty-four systems which are a mix of new-build EMARSS and transitioned QRCsystems including five Constant Hawk systems, three TACOPS systems with LIDAR sensors, and four MARSS with EO/IR andCOMINT sensors. Two of the MARSS platforms will also be equipped with the Vehicle and Dismount Exploitation Radar(VADER). These QRC systems will retain their unique sensing capabilities and configurations until upgrades are performedto meet EMARSS Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) and other system requirements.EMARSS is intended to provide previously unachievable levels of situational awareness directly to tactical commandersat the lowest levels where forces are in direct contact. As an example, EMARSS can transmit FMV and other system-collectedintelligence directly to supported units via Remotely Operated Video Enhanced Receiver/One System Remote VideoTerminal (ROVER/OSRVT), while simultaneously conducting tactical radio communications down to the squad level withSoldiers executing finishing operations as part of the Find, Fix, Finish, Exploit, Analyze, and Disseminate process.EMARSS will leverage DCGS-A developments in common software for its sensor operator interface and intelligence processing/fusioncapabilities via SIPRNET and NSANet networks. Connectivity to the global PED enterprise will be providedby the DoD standard Common Datalink for line of sight (LOS) links to the DCGS-A Operational Ground Station, or via widebandKa/Ku-band SATCOM when beyond line of sight (BLOS) links are required. The Battlefield Information Collection andExploitation Systems will similarly be leveraged via DCGS-A to provide for multinational intelligence sharing. The EMARSSmodular open-system architecture will leverage investments and developments in other programs for future upgrades toits COMINT and Imagery Intelligence (IMINT) sensor and PED capabilitiesEMARSS will be assigned to AEBs within the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM), which will providecommand and control, mission planning, sustainment support, and tailored EMARSS deployment packages in support ofworldwide missions in accordance with standard joint and Army tasking processes. EMARSS will support collection requirementsof brigade combat teams (BCT) and other echelons across the full range of military operations (ROMO).ARL-E. The ARL-E program is an evolution of the currentARL system that was first fielded in 1991. TheARL-E is a multi-INT system that provides the capabilityto detect, locate, classify, and track surface targetsin day/night, near-all-weather conditions with a highdegree of timeliness and accuracy. The current ARLprogram is based on the De Havilland DHC-7 platformand includes 4 onboard operator positions with EO/IR,COMINT and SAR/GMTI sensors. The ARL-E programwill include the transition of five more modern DHC-8300 series QRC platforms and their associated sensors18 Military Intelligence