Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC)

The Integrated Fires Mission Command Project Office, under Program Executive Office Missiles and Space, received the first complete Integrated Battle Command System delivery as part of the Low-Rate Initial Production. IBCS is the cornerstone of the Air and Missile Defense broader modernization efforts, providing transformational air and missile defense mission command with increased capabilities to the battlefield faster. "The completion of this first delivery is the result of unparalleled dedication from amazing professionals. It has been a privilege to lead a team with such a high level of skill and commitment," said Army COL Christopher Hill Sr., IFMC Project Office Project Manager. "This accomplishment is an excellent example of what we can achieve when our military, industry partners, Government civilians, and contractors successfully collaborate on our mission.” IBCS is comprised of three major end items: the Integrated Collaborative Environment, the Engagement Operation Center, and the Integrated Fire Control Network Relay. The ICE is a modular shelter that provides a collaborative environment for battlefield mission command. The EOC is an integrated fire control center that provides the engagement operations function for IBCS. The IFCN Relay performs dual functions, providing the interface for the adapted sensors and weapons and serving as a communications relay to extend battlefield operations distances. "IBCS is the critical mission command component of our Army's modernized air and missile defense capabilities. It is the cornerstone of our efforts to integrate future components and qualify the architecture within our annual Integrated Fires Test Campaign," said Army Brig. Gen. Frank Lozano, Program Executive Officer Missiles and Space. "This delivery is the result of excellent work by the entire team focused on modernizing our air and missile defense systems while getting this equipment to our Soldiers as quickly as possible." The IFMC Project Office is helping to modernize the US Army by integration, synchronization, and collaboration between all air and missile defense components. Integration efforts leverage legacy and future sensors and shooters, allowing for a single integrated air picture and coordination between fielded assets. The fusion between existing joint systems and future developmental programs with IBCS increases overall effectiveness, dramatically enhancing the ability to track, identify, engage, and defend against diverse threats. These capabilities not only help modernize the Army's AMD capabilities, but also the capabilities of our allies across the globe who modernize to the new IBCS architecture.

Great job this week by the USG/SWE team! These partnerships are key to our combined efforts with the PATRIOT system. Shout out to Paola Shorter, Lisa Briggs, Blakely Sherrod, Kevin Burkett, and Karen Rivera for all your hard work! #HoldTheRope #LeadersLEAD

ADVANCING MISSILE DEFENSE: REMOTE INTERCEPTOR GUIDANCE-360 (RIG-360) INTEGRATION FACILITY Honored to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control RIG-360 Integration Facility—a major investment in the future of air and missile defense. This facility will play a critical role in advancing and enabling 360-degree engagement capabilities to strengthen our national defense. Lockheed Martin’s continued investment in cutting-edge technology and infrastructure underscores its commitment to delivering the best capabilities to the warfighter. This groundbreaking also highlights the strong partnership between Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC), and PEO Missiles and Space, working together to shape the future of missile defense. At the event, I spoke about LIFT, the qualities that define a winning team: Leadership, Impact, Flexibility, and Tenacity. ? Leadership – Leaders and teammates providing peer to peer accountability throughout the formation while taking decisive action, driving innovation, and ensuring our warfighters have the tools they need to win ? Impact – Knowing that every effort, every breakthrough, and every challenge we overcome will makes a real difference in winning our Nation’s wars ? Flexibility – Adapting to new challenges, pushing technological boundaries, and staying agile in an ever-evolving threat landscape. ? Tenacity – Having a relentless commitment to excellence, never letting obstacles define the mission’s outcome. Most importantly, remembering we #HoldTheRope and lift as we climb because no mission is accomplished alone. The work starts here, but the impact will be felt far away—where it matters most: on the battlefield, protecting warfighters, and defending our nation. A huge thank you to Lockheed Martin leadership and all involved in this milestone investment—your dedication ensures we stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape. Excited for what’s ahead!

It is with great pride and humility I announce that last week at the 2024 Defense Acquistion Awards Ceremony hosted by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment, our organization, the Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) in Program Executive Office Missiles and Space, was awarded the prestigious David Packard Excellence in Acquisition Award! One of the most important responsibilities of leadership, no matter the size of the organization, is acknowledging the hard work of your team and using your platform to highlight their exceptional accomplishments. I want to cheerlead for just a second and recognize all of the incredible efforts, dedication, and teamwork of our Soldiers, Civilians, Contractors, and Industry Partners who work tirelessly to deliver cutting-edge air defense solutions to our Nation and Allies. Together, we are supporting the current fight (#PATRIOT, #AMDWS, and #FAAD) while simultaneously transforming Air and Missile Defense through #IBCS. I want to personally thank EVERY teammate for their contributions to this achievement. It’s not done for the recogniztion, but let this milestone serve as a testament to what we can achieve when we work together with a shared vision and purpose. Characteristics of winners (individuals and organizations)…Hard Work, Tenacity, and Resilience! #HoldTheRope #LeadersLEAD #WinningMatters #GoArmy

It is with great pride and humility I announce that last week at the 2024 Defense Acquistion Awards Ceremony hosted by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment, our organization, the Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) in Program Executive Office Missiles and Space, was awarded the prestigious David Packard Excellence in Acquisition Award! One of the most important responsibilities of leadership, no matter the size of the organization, is acknowledging the hard work of your team and using your platform to highlight their exceptional accomplishments. I want to cheerlead for just a second and recognize all of the incredible efforts, dedication, and teamwork of our Soldiers, Civilians, Contractors, and Industry Partners who work tirelessly to deliver cutting-edge air defense solutions to our Nation and Allies. Together, we are supporting the current fight (#PATRIOT, #AMDWS, and #FAAD) while simultaneously transforming Air and Missile Defense through #IBCS. I want to personally thank EVERY teammate for their contributions to this achievement. It’s not done for the recogniztion, but let this milestone serve as a testament to what we can achieve when we work together with a shared vision and purpose. Characteristics of winners (individuals and organizations)…Hard Work, Tenacity, and Resilience! #HoldTheRope #LeadersLEAD #WinningMatters #GoArmy

The Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) project office, PEO Missiles & Space won the prestigious David Packard Excellence in Acquisition award. This award recognizes demonstrated excellence and innovation in developing, acquiring, and sustaining operational capability that supports the National Defense Strategy lines of effort to increase readiness and lethality, strengthen alliances and achieve significant reform. Congratulations to our incredible team and continue to HOLD THE ROPE!!!

Super proud of the TEAM effort by everyone involved with Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) in supporting our fight today capabilities of PATRIOT ground support equipment, AMDPCS, and FAAD C2 while simultaneously advancing modernization of Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense through the Integrated Battle Command System (#IBCS) architecture and fire control system. The selection as a David Packard Excellence in Acquisioton Award recipient is a testament to that collaboration between teammates to achieve a shared vision. As we say, #HoldTheRope! #LeadersLEAD #BeAllYouCanBe

Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) Deputy Project Manager Jay Edmonds spoke to HASBAT - Huntsville Association of Small Businesses in Advanced Technology about opportunities in aiding the Army's Air and Missile Defense efforts. He spoke to the important role that our defense industry has in partnering with the Army to support our Warfighters and Allied Nations. #HoldTheRope #ArmyStrong

Awesome job by our very own, Holly Boyett! We are developing and pushing software at the speed of relevance within #IBCS utilizing a government-owned agile process that will allow us to pace the threat on an interconnected batttlefield with sensors, shooters, and a state of the art fire control system! Holly is one of our leaders that drive this process! #HoldTheRope #LeadersLEAD

Had an amazing time in #Australia supporting #PEOMissilesAndSpace at Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition 2024. We had great visits with NIOA, Hanwha Defense USA, Inc., and CEA Technolgies. Also made time to sit down with our Australian military counterparts as we chart a path for a stronger relationship while strengthening Air and Missile Defense modernization across #INDOPACOM. It’s always a blessing to represent the Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC) team! Although it was way Down Under, still happened to bump into three battle buddies who are all leading from the front, COLs Leon (Slim) Rogers, Freeman T. Bonnette, and Rachael Hoagland. #HoldTheRope #LeadersLEAD #LandForces2024 #IBCS #IAMD