Digital Engineering Could Transform The U.S. Defense Industrial Base (From RealClearDefense)

Digital engineering has been around for some time. But only now is it coming into widespread use, both for the design and development of new platforms, weapons systems, components, and software, and for sustainment and upgrading activities. Digital engineering has the potential to radically change the way the Department of Defense interacts with the defense industrial base. It can transform the defense industrial base and the way the defense department accesses services and support. Specifically, it offers a large number of companies, particularly those not currently engaged in defense work, the opportunity to participate in the defense industrial base. A prime example of how digital engineering is changing how sustainment and upgrades can be done comes from Sierra Nevada Corporation. I have written more on this subject here.