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Issue 15.5 December 2015
In this issue: NUSHIP ADELAIDE | FRCs in San Juan | Symphony® | Rob McClintock | Trade Shows
Second LHD Delivered to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN)
The Royal Australian Navy’s NUSHIP ADELAIDE (L01), the second of the Canberra Class Amphibious Assault
Ships, left BAE Systems’ shipyard in Williamstown, Australia on October 28, 2015 for delivery to the RAN’s
Port Jackson in Sydney. L-3 provides the Integrated Communications System that includes all external and
internal communications subsystems, IT networks, Maritime Tactical Wide Area Network (MTWAN), CCTV,
data links, entertainment and training subsystems, and the broadcast & alarm system. In August,
ADELAIDE finished its final sea trials in Port Phillip Bay, Australia, successfully testing the ship’s combat
and communications systems. Following sea trials, ADELAIDE returned to BAE Systems’ Williamstown
shipyard where she was prepared for delivery to the Department of Defence’s Capability Acquisition and
Sustainment Group and the RAN. ◊
USCGC HERIBERTO HERNANDEZ Commissioning
USCGC HERIBERTO HERNANDEZ
Australia’s New Amphibious Assault Ships Operate With L-3’s Integrated Communications Suite
USCGC HERIBERTO HERNANDEZ (WPC-1114) was
commissioned on October 16, 2015 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
It’s the first commissioning of a Fast Response Cutter (FRC)
in San Juan and the second FRC, out of six scheduled, to be
homeported in San Juan. L-3 provides the complete C4ISR
solution on the FRC program: the interior and external
communications and networks, including a Global Maritime
Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) suite, as well as
integration of the Coast Guard’s Command and Control
software, SeaWatch. To date, 14 FRCs have been
commissioned. ◊
L-3’s Symphony® Resource Manager and Services Framework
Symphony software seamlessly manages integrated communications, sensors and other mission
electronics. The Symphony application software runs on a secure COTS network with interfaces to all
the managed hardware. Symphony’s applications range from management of a single component or
subsystem to management of a large distributed system of communications, networks and surveillance
equipment. When utilizing Symphony on your platform:
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Symphony’s services framework enables remote operation of the subsystems it manages from a
command center workstation in a multitasking environment. Symphony uses preplanned circuit
definitions and communication plans to eliminate the need for personnel to have detailed technical
knowledge or training. Circuit changes to support missions are performed from an intuitive Graphical
User Interface providing instant and accurate execution. Symphony allows for redundant
communication paths and can be easily upgraded for automatic failover and data prioritization to
ensure optimal data transfer.
Symphony interface drivers exist for all the major communications equipment utilized in the military
market. This provides flexibility so that each customer can achieve commonality across their
organization by using their preferred equipment, reducing the costs of training and logistics support.
Our services framework provides long-term maintainability and upgradability of the solution by
supporting rapid development of new features and data applications. ◊
Communications management is flexible, adaptable and dependable
Mission performance is enhanced through streamlined and responsive operation
Third-party applications are easily added
Integration risk is reduced using published Application Programming Interfaces
Enhancements can be easily implemented throughout the platform life
In an environment of unpredictable DoD budgets, the United States Special Operations
Command’s needs are only growing. Defense materiel technologies historically
employed by Special Operations Forces (SOF) are often proliferated across conventional
defense forces, as is proven by night vision, body armor, weapon systems, vehicles and
communication systems. Rob joined L-3 in 2015 after spending the last 10 years of his
26-year military career working in acquisition for SOF organizations, serving in combat
development (requirements), testing, program management and leadership positions.
Rob McClintock
“My favorite aspect of SOF acquisition is the sense of
urgency across the workforce,” said Rob McClintock.
“Everyone understands that SOF deploys globally every
day. The unique equipment the SOF operators take to
the fight is an extension of their special capabilities and
training, enabling mission success.”
Currently, opportunities for L-3 to offer next-generation
solutions (or capabilities) to the SOF community include
C4ISR integration on the next evolution of the
USSOCOM Non-Standard Commercial Vehicle (NSCV)
and delivering vector geolocation capabilities to Air
Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). ◊
Robert McClintock, L-3 CS-East’s Business Development Manager U.S. Special Operations Command Responding to our customers’ sense of urgency
This document consists of L-3 Communications Corporation general capabilities information that does not contain controlled technical data. Use of U.S. DoD or U.S. Coast Guard visual information does not imply or constitute DoD or U.S. Coast Guard endorsement.
Save the Date! We'll Be at These Upcoming Shows:
2016 Surface Navy
January 12–14, 2016
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Crystal City, Virginia
L-3 is located in Booth 416. For more information, visit here. ◊
West 2016
February 17–19, 2016
San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California
L-3 is located in Booth 1231. For more information, visit here. ◊
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