MCO 3430.2D — Policy For Electromagnetic Warfare

MCO 3430.2D governs electromagnetic warfare policy, guidance, and organizational relationships within the Marine Corps.

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  • Publication number: MCO 3430.2D
  • Title: POLICY FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC WARFARE
  • Date: 6 Jun 2023
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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MCO 3430.2D addresses electromagnetic spectrum operations, EW data sharing, mission planning, coordination, execution, and assessment. It requires Marines to integrate EW sensor data and coordinate integrated EW operations to support mission success.

Topics covered

  • Electromagnetic warfare policy
  • Electromagnetic spectrum operations
  • EW sensor data integration
  • EW mission planning
  • EW data sharing
  • Electromagnetic battlespace operations

Questions and answers

Why is electromagnetic spectrum freedom of maneuver important to MAGTF operations?

Further, the ability of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) to establish and maintain EMS freedom of maneuver, while disrupting and denying our adversary’s use, at the time and place of the commander's choosing, is critical to mission success across the full range of military operations. (paragraph 3)

What must Marines do with EW sensor data?

Marines must be organized, trained, and equipped to integrate organic and non-organic EW sensor data to gain and maintain situational awareness, target and attack the enemy, and develop and execute protection measures in support of the commander’s scheme of maneuver. (paragraph 3)

What do joint references provide for EW operations?

References (d) and (e) provide joint doctrine for EW data sharing, mission planning, coordination, execution, and assessment in support of joint EMSO across the range of military operations. (paragraph 3)

What does Marine Corps EW policy support for FMF commanders?

Marine Corps EW policy is directed at informing FMF warfighting requirements, concepts of operations, concepts of employment, and providing capabilities to commanders in support of operations in and management of the EMS. (paragraph 4)

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