The Air Force Electronic Combat Test Process

The Air Force Electronic Combat Office was tasked by the Chief of Staff, Air Force (AF), to implement a disciplined test process for development and modification of electronic combat systems. This tasking has resulted in the development and implementation of the AF Electronic Combat (EC) Test Process. The author answers four questions: why is there a need for an AF EC Test Process; how does this process relate to the acquisition development process; what is the AF EC Test Process; and where does this development lead to. These questions are answered by providing: background information on the need for improving the way one acquires and tests EC systems; information on the relationship of the AF EC Test Process to Department of Defense policy, procedures, and guidelines; and a description of the AF EC Test Process