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DD(X) (continued) The Dual-Band Radar (DBR) is a single, integrated radar system combining the SPY-3 and Volume Search Radar (VSR) functions. S-band (VSR) and Xband (SPY-3) elements are coupled at the pulse or waveform level. The DBR concept combines the detection capability of the SPY-3 radar system on the horizon and VSR in the volume to respond efficiently to surveillance, track, threat assessment, and engagement support commands from the ship’s combat system. Coordinated resource management, scheduling and tracking offer potent functionality to provide quick reaction queued acquisition of threat targets, dual band count- Mark Munkascsy is the Chief System Architect on the DD(X) program. He has been based in Portsmouth, Rhode Island for his entire 19 year career at Raytheon, but does extensive travel to the many sites involved in DD(X). When asked what he found to be the most exciting aspect of working on DD(X), Mark replied, “It’s fun to be in on the ground floor. As Chief System Architect, I get to look at the big picture. I am responsible for establishing our overall approach to the system and to communicate this to the team and get them going in the right direction.” 8 summer 2003 Dual Band Radar Conceptual diagram of the extensive coverage provided by the integrated dual band radar developed for DD(X). er to electronic attack, backup S-band horizon search coverage during X-band missile illumination support, and balancing of precision tracking radar P R O F I L E – T h e D D ( X ) T E A M He also states, “You learn quickly that there are no easy answers. When you have a question, you don’t have anyone to ask who has done it before. You also have to think of the answers from the customer perspective. CAIV (Cost As an Independent Variable) has been instrumental in optimizing these engineering decisions that have been so critical to our success in designing a high performance system.” Mark is an Engineering Fellow and just received an Author’s Award for his paper on Architecting DD(X). His past experience includes work on the Tomahawk Cruise Missile Launch Systems and Team Lead for many of Raytheon’s Surface Combat Systems programs. Mark says, “The Tomahawk has been successfully used on subs in the Gulf Wars. It’s gratifying to know that what we do makes a real difference to the sailors. But, if I had to choose one area in my work that has been most satisfying, it is working with the high quality engineers on DD(X). I have never worked with such a talented and enthusiastic team. This is the best example of Raytheon as One Company that I’ve ever seen. The best people from across the company have been assigned to this program and it is evident every day that what we are doing now will influence this system for the next 35 years.” Mark graduated from MIT in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree in physics. resources. Control of each radar at the waveform level promotes a more optimized usage of both frequencies to maximize utilization of the radar timeline and increase search and track revisit rates. Correlation of detection measurements in a centralized track database provides for improved precision threat track, minimized fades and reduced susceptibility to electronic attack. The DBR concept also provides an excellent air traffic control (ATC) capability for CVN21 next-generation carrier operations, whereby the VSR handles air traffic marshalling and the multifunction radar (MFR) supports precision landing. ■ – Mike Hurt LaShaun Skillings, a Senior Systems Engineer, is currently doing Mission Scenario Analysis work on DD(X). She is very enthusiastic about her work on this start up program. “I am particularly excited by the interactions that help to align the visions of the customer with Raytheon,” comments LaShaun. “Customer focus is a foundation for success. As one of our ‘top line goals,’ this allows us to manage expectations and avoid misunderstandings.” LaShaun sees DD(X) as a great opportunity not only to contribute, but also to learn. “The people I am working with have a wealth of knowledge. The technical
Distributed Development, Test Distributed development, test and inte- and Integration gration involves creating a shared virtual infrastructure that allows both Raytheon and non-Raytheon sites around the country to build and test various software and hardware components of the DD(X) system helping to accelerate the integration process. DD(X) will incorporate seven major software builds beginning this year. The goal is, infrastructure and collaborative environment to shorten the integration process, saving both travel time and time away from ongoing development efforts. in a simulated environment, which mimics through a distributed test network, to inte- One of the technologies being explored on the system that will go out to sea. Never grate these software builds from each of the DD(X) program is the use of data com- before has Raytheon developed this kind of the different development sites into a single pression to establish an infrastructure that technology on so grand a scale as on the system build and then run system tests will effectively support classified data trans- DD(X) program. This infrastructure can be against that build. What’s innovative about mission throughout the DD(X) network, achieved by having a solid, classified com- this approach is that rather than bringing a including communications between the munication mechanism across all sites. As large group of people together for a large simulation and shipboard infrastructures. various system tests are run, people online software integration activity, few people are Data compression is very sensitive to the at different sites monitor the tests and actually required to come together at any kind of data traffic that will flow throughprovide real-time data that helps in trou- one site. Development and integration bleshooting problems as they arise, thereby teams can take advantage of the distributed Continued on page 10 P R O F I L E – T h e D D ( X ) T E A M experience I am gaining is phenomenal. I am continually challenged by the intricacies of this program.” Raytheon celebrated Multicultural Week at many sites during the month of June, and LaShaun was involved in the planning of these activities for Marlborough, Mass. She also volunteers her time as a member of the Diversity Council and is a National Executive Board member for the National Society of Black Engineers. (Her official title is Region One Alumni Extension Chairperson and this includes the areas of Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Canada.) LaShaun graduated from Brown University in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering and Bachelor of Arts in international relations. She also received Master of Science degree in electrical engineering from Brown University in 1998. LaShaun previously worked at Lucent Technologies in Naperville, Illinois. Mike Sogar is the Program Manager for DD(X) MK57 Advanced Vertical Launch System (AVLS). The DD(X) program continues to excite Mike and he describes his enthusiasm as “contagious.” “The excitement in the MK57 program is twofold. The first is developing the next generation naval missile launching system for the future surface combatants of the U.S. Navy. The second is working with highly energized Raytheon engineers from all parts of the company. My career started in the missile portion of the business. Now I am on the other side of the fence in launching them. I feel fortunate to be able to tie together my entire career within this program. DD(X) is a tremendous opportunity for Raytheon and its engineers.” After living in three different regions of the country – Dallas, Texas, Tucson, Arizona and currently Portsmouth, Rhode Island – Mike has had a chance to work in many interesting and challenging assignments. “Experiencing the diversity of the company has been a real eye-opener for me. I’ve also been in many challenging roles, each being a stepping stone to the next”, says Mike. “While in the missile business, several of the programs were with international customers providing an opportunity to go abroad. But, I get the most pride from seeing the results from my direct efforts, whether it is a video clip of one of my old weapons in action on CNN or a test shot out on the range. I am proud of my work and thankful to being able to do it.” Mike’s four years of experience at Raytheon also include LPD17 Engineering Control System Manager, Enhanced Paveway III Chief Engineer, ERGM (Extended Range Guided Munition) IPT (Integrated Product Team) Lead, and Javelin Software Manager. One of his proudest memories was the execution of the Enhanced Paveway III EMD (Engineering/Manufacturing and Development) Program for the United Kingdom. The program was very profitable for Raytheon and was completed on the original schedule. The team received a letter of commendation from the UK Ministry of Defense for their excellent performance. Mike is a graduate of Southern Illinois University – Carbondale and previously worked for Texas Instruments for 21 years. He was elected to the position of Engineering Fellow in 2001. summer 2003 9
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