AFSPCI17-105 — Distribution Of Hq Afspc Standardized Astrodynamic Algorithm Library

AFSPCI17-105 governs the distribution and release of the HQ AFSPC Standardized Astrodynamic Algorithm Library and other Orbital Analysis Software.

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  • Publication number: AFSPCI17-105
  • Title: DISTRIBUTION OF HQ AFSPC STANDARDIZED ASTRODYNAMIC ALGORITHM LIBRARY
  • Date: 2018-06-13

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It defines procedures for software used in the JFSCC space control mission and space surveillance sensors. It requires approval processes, acknowledgements of use, software verification and validation, and coordination for contractor or foreign-entity requests.

Applies to: It applies to all United States Government Agencies, subordinate units, supporting activities and contractors who develop, acquire, maintain or deliver computer software, including all systems that require the SAAL.

Topics covered

  • Standardized Astrodynamic Algorithm Library
  • Orbital Analysis Software
  • software release procedures
  • Acknowledgement of Use
  • software verification and validation
  • International Traffic in Arms Regulations
  • distribution authorization

Questions and answers

What must contractors meet when receiving software covered by AFSPCI17-105?

All contractors shall meet International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) as outlined in DoDD 5230.25, Withholding of Unclassified Technical Data From Public Disclosure, Enclosure 4 and 5.

Who is the final approving authority for software distribution requests?

Serves as the final approving authority, on behalf of HQ AFSPC/A2/3/6, for all requests for distribution of SAAL, ISSA-AV and other Orbital Analysis Software upon receipt of a request for distribution. (paragraph 2)

What must a requesting agency identify in a software request?

The requesting agency has identified the government requirement for the HQ AFSPC-owned software, provided technical justification and identified the government contract that requires access to the SAAL. (paragraph 2)

What happens when a request involves contractor organizations?

Coordinates requests that involve contractor organizations and ensure that all subcontractors are identified. (paragraph 2)

What happens to requests involving foreign entities or governments?

Staffs requests which involve possible release to foreign entities or governments (including aliens resident in the U.S.) that could have International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) implications with HQ AFSPC/JA, HQ AFSPC/A8YI (Basing and International Affairs Division) and USSTRATCOM/J513. (paragraph 2)

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