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National Security Cutter A Unique National AssetNational Security Cutter A Unique National Asset
Re-capitalization of the U.S. Coast Guard
Ken Thompson:
I think we decided we’d keep this as a bkground primer. Notes updated.
Ken Thompson:
I think we decided we’d keep this as a bkground primer. Notes updated.
What Is Deepwater?What Is Deepwater?
Deepwater is the US Coast Guard’s sweeping
acquisition program to replace all major ships
and aircraft which perform all of the Coast
Guard’s vital Deepwater missions
…including Homeland Security
Deepwater ... “A National Priority”
2005
Project Scope: 93 Cutters 206 Aircraft C4ISR Systems/Network Logistics Infrastructure
Project Scope: 93 Cutters 206 Aircraft C4ISR Systems/Network Logistics Infrastructure
20021997
2008 2007
2005 2013
2004
Today’s Deepwater AssetsReaching the End of Useful Service LifeToday’s Deepwater AssetsReaching the End of Useful Service Life
“When it comes to securing our homeland, and helping people along the coast, the Coast Guard has got a vital and significant mission… We must make sure that our Coast Guard has got a modern fleet of vessels. We must make sure that port security is as strong as possible.”
President George W. Bush
The PresidentThe President
Deepwater is the Answer
Early Design Top Level Early Design Top Level Planning FactorsPlanning FactorsEarly Design Top Level Early Design Top Level Planning FactorsPlanning Factors
Proprietary/Competition Sensitive 5
Replace All Deepwater Operational Assets
Specified Requirements for a National Security Cutter
Capped Funding Profile
$300M in FY02 (FY 98 Dollars)
$500M Annually FY03 Through FY42 (FY 98 Dollars)
Operating Expense (OE) Capped at $996M / Yr..
Maintain or Improve Operational Effectiveness
Manage Legacy Deepwater Assets
Key Operational Requirements Key Operational Requirements SPS has specific NSC requirements
Section 3.8Speed, endurance, replenishment, survivability, …
Requirements set direction for design developmentFlexibilityMulti-mission capable
Improved Asset / Platform CapabilitiesIncreased major cutter speed allows greater responsivenessImproved cutter sea keeping increases on-scene presence and
ability to launch boats and aircraft in adverse weatherStern launching of small boats decreases time required to
prosecute TargetsCommon Operational Picture enables optimum use of available
assets
National Security CutterNational Security Cutter
A Unique Component of the Integrated Deepwater System
Designed to Meet the NSC Requirements of the Coast Guard’s System Performance Specification.
Multi-mission, Military Vessel capable of working large range of Navy Operations.
Endurance, Speed and Sea Keeping to meet all CG Missions
Well equipped with Manned and Un-manned vehicles to extend detection ranges and increase prosecution of active cases.
Extends Coast Guards reach through “Common Operational Picture” C4ISR Network.
National Security CutterNational Security Cutter
425 Ft
3900 Ton;
28+ Knots; CODAG;
Dual Stern Launch;
Mission Module Capability;
Dual Helo / UAV Hangar Capability;
Flexible Accommodations / Operating Crew substantially smaller than comparable legacy cutters;
Significantly Improved Habitability.
National Security CutterNational Security Cutter
Enhanced C4ISR makes the NSC a Key Asset in the Maritime Domain.
New Sensors and UAV’s to
Find, Enhanced domain awareness;
Interdict, Highly Capable LRI Boats / VUAVs and Helos to work together;
Prosecute All Targets.
New Requirements:
Chemical, Biological, and Radiological detection
Enhanced Weapons suite
Enhanced Aviation capability
Communications•Automated Comms Systems
•Software Radios (Combine HF/VHF/UHF)
•Military SATCOM•Enhanced Dual INMARSAT-B (256 kbps)
•Wireless Internal Comms•Data Links•SIPRNET/CGDN+•Cryptological Devices
Communications•Automated Comms Systems
•Software Radios (Combine HF/VHF/UHF)
•Military SATCOM•Enhanced Dual INMARSAT-B (256 kbps)
•Wireless Internal Comms•Data Links•SIPRNET/CGDN+•Cryptological Devices
Sensors•Air Search Radar 3D-Air Search
•SPS-73 Surface/Nav Radar
•Fire Control Radar•IFF•Electronic Surveillance Measures
•Electro Optic/Infrared
Sensors•Air Search Radar 3D-Air Search
•SPS-73 Surface/Nav Radar
•Fire Control Radar•IFF•Electronic Surveillance Measures
•Electro Optic/Infrared
Weapons•57mm Gun•CIWS Block 1B•SBROC/Nulka•50cal Guns
Weapons•57mm Gun•CIWS Block 1B•SBROC/Nulka•50cal Guns
Integrated C2•Integrated Bridge System•Common C2 System•Multi-Operational Consoles
•C2 Local Area Network•Local Tactical Picture•Common Tactical Picture•Common Operational Picture (COP)
Integrated C2•Integrated Bridge System•Common C2 System•Multi-Operational Consoles
•C2 Local Area Network•Local Tactical Picture•Common Tactical Picture•Common Operational Picture (COP)
Integrated Coast Guard Systems Proprietary Information – Competition Sensitive
National Security Cutter National Security Cutter
Critical System AttributesCritical System Attributes
Affordability - acquisition & total ownership cost
Mobility - speed, seakeeping, redundancy
Mission Payload - flexible, robust, modular
Boardings - multiple simultaneous boardings
Crewing - optimize manpower requirements
Life Margins - future growth allowance
Aviation - land & refuel Navy/NATO VTOL aircraft
Major Factors Leading to Cost SavingsMajor Factors Leading to Cost Savings
System of Systems Approach to Design
Cutter Crew Reduction
Use of Augmented Crews = Increased on Station Days
Intelligent Use of Unmanned Platforms
Use of C4ISR as Force Multiplier
Streamlined Logistics Infrastructure
NSC Model Testing NSC Model Testing
Model tested at NSWC, Carderock
28 kts at 85% of Max Continuous Rating
NSC Stern RampsNSC Stern Ramps Selected During Concept Design Analysis Stern Ramp Benefits
Increased Operational EffectivenessLaunch and Retrieve in Higher Sea StatesSafer Operation
Reduced LCCOne Person on Deck to Launch and Retrieve
Define the RiskUsed World WideUsed by CGMore Prevalent on Smaller Ships but
Larger Ships are Being Constructed with Stern Ramps
Largest 240 Ft FrigateCoast Guard Has Considered
270 Ft WMEC170 Ft Cyclone Class
Stern Ramp (Continued) Stern Ramp (Continued)
Current Stern Ramp DesignCurrent Stern Ramp Design
Risk Off-RampRisk Off-Ramp
SRP Launching from a Davit provides Risk Off-Ramp for Stern Design
Effect on Crewing
Adds Flexibility
NSC Weapon System NSC Weapon System NSC Requirements
Anti Ship Cruise MissileAnti Ship DefenseLaw Enforcement
Command PresenceCompel Compliance
DoDDoD
USCGUSCG
Flight Deck Landing AreaFlight Deck Landing Area
SPS - Launch and Retrieve Navy and NATO VTOLSSH60 and MH60 variantsNATO EquivalentASIST
Integrated With Our IDS CONOPSMCH and VUAV
•Re-capitalization of the Coast Guard is a National Imperative
•The National Security Cutter is the first of the new class of cutters supporting this effort.
•Designed from the keel up, as part of a System of Systems, to maximize operational effectiveness at lowest possible Total Ownership Cost.
•Re-capitalization of the Coast Guard is a National Imperative
•The National Security Cutter is the first of the new class of cutters supporting this effort.
•Designed from the keel up, as part of a System of Systems, to maximize operational effectiveness at lowest possible Total Ownership Cost.
Questions?Questions?