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Air Force Life Cycle Management Center
Providing what warfighters need...when they need it! | Every aircraft, munition, radar, business IT system, jet engine, and ISR system depends on the men and...
Air Force Life Cycle Management Center
Providing what warfighters need...when they need it! | Every aircraft, munition, radar, business IT system, jet engine, and ISR system depends on the men and women assigned to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. We develop, procure, modernize and sustain Air Force weapon systems, and equipment. Our more than 26,000 dedicated professionals deliver the vast majority of the non-space and non-nuclear war fighting capabilities for the Air Force.
General information
Firm type
Government Agency
Year founded
2012
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Corporate office
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, United States
Principals
General Duke Z. Richardson
Executive Director
Lt. General Shaun Q. Morris
Commander
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who makes acquisition decisions at AFLCMC?
Acquisition decisions follow US Department of Defense processes under the commander, General Duke Z. Richardson, and the executive director. Major milestone decisions (Milestone A/B/C) require approval from the Air Force Acquisition Executive or the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, depending on program cost.
Does AFLCMC invest private capital?
No. AFLCMC is a government organization using appropriated funds from the US Congress. It does not manage private capital, charge management fees, or engage in return-seeking investment. Its budget flows through the Department of Defense's annual appropriation process.
How is AFLCMC organized?
AFLCMC is organized into six directorates: Fighters and Bombers, Mobility and Training Aircraft, Special Programs, Presidential and Executive Airlift, Armament, and Digital, plus a new division for the B-21 Raider. Each directorate oversees multiple program offices responsible for specific weapon systems.
What is AFLCMC's relationship with private defense contractors?
AFLCMC issues contracts to private companies for research, development, production, and sustainment of Air Force systems. Major prime contractors include Lockheed Martin (F-35), Northrop Grumman (B-21), Boeing (KC-46A), and Raytheon (missiles). Program offices manage these contracts through the full life cycle.
Can foreign governments buy systems through AFLCMC?
Yes. AFLCMC includes the Air Force Security Assistance Center, which manages foreign military sales of Air Force weapon systems to allied nations approved by the US State Department. These are government-to-government agreements under the Arms Export Control Act.
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