System Description: The G-BOSS Lite is an integrated system, based on the Cerberus trailer-mounted surveillance system, and employs multiple detection and assessment technologies, all self-contained on a single mobile platform. G-BOSS Lite uses the Star SAFIRE IIIFP with laser pointer and range finder; and the MSTAR radar as its primary image sensors. Use of the Miniature Intrusion Detection System (MIDS) unattended ground sensors is optional.
| Locations: |
| Afghanistan: |
12 Systems |
| CONUS : |
4 Systems |
| Production: |
34 Systems |
| Programmatic Information: |
Manufacturer/
Integrator: |
The system is a combination of GOTS and COTS items integrated by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC Crane). |
| Contract Vehicle: |
NSWC Crane |
MCSC Acquisition
Status: |
UUNS |
| IOC: |
TBD |
| FOC: |
TBD |
| Fielding Plan: |
TBD |
Unfunded
Requirement: |
USMC Funded |
| Lifecycle Configuration Control: |
| Initial Fielding: |
April 09 |
| Quantity Fielded: |
12OCONUS – 4 CONUS |
| Warranty: |
FLIRStar Safire III – 2,000 hours |
| Logistics Support Concept: |
The maintenance concept for the G-BOSS Lite is Marine Corps standard three level maintenance: Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot. Sustainment and maintenance will be administered by the US Army’s Communications-Electronics Life Cycle Management Command (CECOM) Field Support Representatives (FSRs). NSWC Crane will provide all logistical support necessary to ensure all equipment meets Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) established standards, Government-specific technical requirements, and established operational functions necessary to support the user. NSWC Crane will manage the RMA process and supply chain using iPDM, a total asset visibility website. In addition, NSWC Crane will manage all warranties associated with G-BOSS equipment. |
| Upgrades: |
Future 3.0 upgrade includes interoperability with G-BOSS and Cerberus Lite |
| Variations: |
N/A |
| Legacy Equipment Substitute: |
TBD |
| Lifecycle Status: |
TBD |
| Expected Replacement System: |
TBD |
| Expected Replacement Timeframe: |
TBD |
|
Requirement:
• UUNS 09257UA
• Persistent Surveillance (MEB-A and Task Force Infantry Battalion)
• UUNS 08234UA
• Persistent Surveillance (Afghan Embedded Training Teams)
• UUNS 08234UB
• Persistent Surveillance (2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment)
• MROC DM 02-2009
• UCSON 11-25-2008
• Procurement of a persistent surveillance capability
Concept of Employment:
The G-BOSS Lite is an integration of Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government-Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) sensors, integrated to provide a “beyond the fence” surveillance capability. Each system employs multiple detection and assessment technologies, all self-contained on a single mobile platform. G-BOSS Lite uses these technologies to afford the “Warfighter” the flexibility to adjust to a variety of terrains, threats, and missions, both defensive and offensive.
Defensive roles generally will be at Forward Operating Bases (FOBs), Command Out Posts (COPs), Battle Positions (BPs) and/or Entry Control Points (ECPs) where G-BOSS Lite is employed as a Force Protection (FP) asset. The G-BOSS Lite persistent surveillance allows enhanced situational awareness and security.
Offensive roles will be expeditionary in nature. The mobility and overall decreased footprint/economy of force will contribute to the Commander’s overall situational awareness and ability to maintain a clearer picture of the battlefield. Furthermore, there is quantitative data proving the mere presence of an emplaced persistent surveillance system deters enemy actions.
Operational Impact: The system provides (24/7) display and tracking of items of interest through the use of high resolution day and night cameras with enhanced target recognition and radar to enhance the ability to detect moving targets. These capabilities enhance situational awareness by allowing the Commander to monitor activities along roads, borders, rivers, pipelines, and other choke points. Capable of tracking objects of interest within the Area of Responsibility (AOR) the G-BOSS Lite allows the warfighter to counter insurgency activities with an emphasis on disrupting the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) network.
| Risks: |
| Cost: |
Low – Funding identified and received |
| Schedule: |
Medium – Production contracts are currently in process |
| Performance: |
Low – Using COTS/GOTS integrated components |
Status: The G-BOSS Lite is currently an UUNS Program. |
