PM Exam

Which of the following are considered primary objectives of Systems Acquisition Management?

1) Satisfy the needs of the operational users 2) Provide measurable improvements in functional capabilities. 3) Acquire products in a timely manner at a fair and reasonable cost

Which of the following best describes a system?

Hardware, software, logistics support, and personnel

Which of the following is one of the principle mechanisms by which Congress modifies the defense acquisition structure?

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

Which of the following established the objectives of delivering effective, suitable, survivable, sustainable, and affordable solutions to the end user in a timely manner?

DoDI 5000.02 - Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR):

Is the primary regulation for all Federal agencies for the acquisition of supplies and services

Representing constituent interests, setting resource ceilings, and balancing national security and social needs are characteristics of which institution?

Congress

Formulating national security policy, negotiating with Congress, and maintaining a balanced force structure are characteristic of which institution?

Executive Branch

Considering stockholders' interest, responding to solicitations, and technological achievement are characteristics of which institutions?

Defense industry

Which OSD position ensure the alignment of DoD plans with national security objectives?

Under Secretary of Defense (USD) Policy

Which OSD position provides independent assessment of the operational effectiveness and suitability of new weapon systems?

Director, Operational Test and Evaluation

Which OSD position controls the budget and the release of funds?

Under Secretary of Defense (USD) Comptroller

Which OSD position is the principal staff assistant and advisor to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense for all matters relating to the DoD acquisition system?

Under Secretary of Defense (USD) for Acquisition and Sustainment

Which key player is the designated individual with overall responsibility for a program?

Milestone Decision Authority (MDA)

Which key player is the senior official in each DoD component responsible for all acquisition functions within that component?

Component Acquisition Executive (CAE)

The PM is accountable for credible cost, schedule, and performance reporting to the Milestone Decision Authority (MDA).

True

Which acquisition category (ACAT) does not apply to Air Force programs?

ACAT IV

Which acquisition category (ACAT) has estimated procurement of more than $920 million but less than $3.065 billion in FY 2020 constant dollars?

ACAT II

Which of the following are constraints that impact a program's goals and objectives?

Cost/Schedule/Performance

The use of new material or processes is an example of what kind of risk?

Performance

Which of the following are components of risk?

1) Future root cause 2) Probability 3) Consequence

What are Defense system acquisition program teams referred to as?

Integrated Product Teams

Successful Integrated product Teams (IPTs) depend on effective leadership and on each member being an effective team player. Which of the following principles are typically found in IPTs?

1) Reasoned disagreement

2) Qualified Team members

3) Proactive participation

Which types of Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) are responsible for overseeing and reviewing strategic guidance, program assessment, and issue resolution?

Overarching IPTs (OIPTs)

What is a defining characteristic of an Integrated Product Team (IPT)?

It is a multidisciplinary group of people who are collectively responsible for delivering a defined product or process.

What is Joint Capabilities integration and Development System (JCIDS)

Process by which DoD identifies, assesses, and prioritizes what capabilites the military requires to fulfill its mission.

Joint Capabilities integration and Development System (JCIDS) is often referred to as what?

The requirement generation process. Examples: Doctrine, Organization, Training, material, Leadership

Which Decision Support System is a calendar-driver process and offers the basis for informed affordabilty assessment?

Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Executive System (PPBE)

Requirements identified through this Decision Support System can be addressed through changes in DOTMLPF-P

Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)

Which Decision Support System uses milestone to oversee and manage acquisition programs?

Major Capability Acquisition Pathway

Which of the following DoD Decision Support Systems is considered DoD’s primary resource allocation process?

Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System

Joint Capabilities integration and Development System (JCIDS) first step is Capabilities Based assessment (CBA). Which does what?

Analyzes the military’s capability needs and gaps, and recommends both material and non-material ways to address the gaps.