AFMCI10-901 — AFMC Lead Command Roles and Responsibilities

AFMCI10-901 governs AFMC Lead Command roles and responsibilities for designated AFMC Lead Command Systems.

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  • Publication number: AFMCI10-901
  • Title: AFMC Lead Command Roles and Responsibilities
  • Date: 2025-12-15

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It defines centralized governance, decentralized execution, system OPR duties, delegations, and Lead Command designation processes. The instruction requires coordination, studies and analyses, capability development, and operational capability requirements for designated systems.

Applies to: This instruction applies to AFMC Regular Air Force (RegAF).

Topics covered

  • AFMC Lead Command governance
  • Lead Command System OPR duties
  • Lead Command designation
  • Centralized governance
  • Decentralized execution
  • Capability development
  • Operational capability requirements

Questions and answers

Who has final authority to designate AFMC Lead Command Systems?

AF/A8 has final designation authority for all AFMC Lead Command Systems. (paragraph 90-601)

What happens after an AFMC Lead Command System is designated?

Upon designation of an AFMC Lead Command System, the AFMC Lead Command OPR will request a PEO assignment IAW the SAF/AQX PEO Portfolio Assignment Process. (paragraph 90-601)

What studies and analyses are required for designated AFMC Lead Command Systems?

Lead Command System OPRs will conduct required studies and analyses for designated AFMC Lead Command Systems with support from AFMC/A9A and the Office of Aerospace Studies (OAS). (paragraph 90-601)

When is AFMC Lead Command designation required?

AFMC Lead Command designation is required for weapon systems and combat support systems which provide operational capability and require capability development and/or systems integration and acquisition life cycle management in support of an acquisition program. (paragraph 10-9)

Can AFMC Lead Command OPR roles and responsibilities be delegated?

AFMC Lead Command OPR roles and responsibilities may be delegated to AFMC Lead Command System OPRs if deemed appropriate and approved by the AFMC Corporate Structure. (paragraph 1)

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