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Could the next tanks have fuel-cell technology from a Chevy truck?

by Brian Krantz | Aug 30, 2016 | In The News

General Motors and U.S. Army tank researchers  will show off a  Chevrolet Colorado-based fuel-cell electric vehicle in October in Washington, D.C. Army officials, based at the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center, known as TARDEC, in...

Detroit Arsenal women earn national awards

by Brian Krantz | Aug 18, 2016 | In The News

The Detroit Arsenal’s chapter of Federally Employed Women brought home two second place awards in July following a ceremony during FEW’s annual National Training Program in Dallas. Click here to read more.

TACOM LCMC recognizes a leveled playing field for women in the military

by Brian Krantz | Aug 18, 2016 | In The News

For Americans across the nation, August is a time to commemorate women’s rights. Specifically, Women’s Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26. According to the National Women’s History Project, the U.S. Congress chose this day in 1971 at the behest of Rep. Bella...

Lt. Gov. Calley showcases plan to protect and grow state’s defense industry

by Brian Krantz | Aug 18, 2016 | In The News

In the heart of Michigan’s military might, members of the state’s defense industry, political representatives, academia and others gathered to listen to a new strategic plan to not only protect the state’s defense assets but also grow them into the future. Click here...

Navy confirms Oct. 22 for USS Detroit commissioning ceremony

by Brian Krantz | Aug 17, 2016 | In The News

The U.S. Navy has locked in its previous tentative date to commission the USS Detroit in its namesake city: Oct. 22. Plans are to conduct the ceremony on the Detroit riverwalk at the GM Renaissance Center. The ship will be moored alongside in the Detroit River. Click...
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Detroit Arsenal

Home of the U.S. Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command HQ, the Detroit Arsenal is has played a vital role in our nation’s defense since the start of World War II.

The Integrated Logistics Support Center (ILSC) is responsible for sustaining war-fighting readiness.

The Program Executive Office Combat Support & Combat Service Support manages 350+ Army systems, including several joint service programs, across all phases of their lifecycle.

The Program Executive Office Ground Combat System is responsible for the lifecycle management of the Army’s ground combat systems.

The Program Executive Office Soldier ensures solders are equipped and trained to use today’s high-tech equipment.

The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical and Biological Defense, System of Systems Engineering & Integration Directorate works to deter, detect and deal with the consequences of weapons of mass destruction.

Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC), is the nation’s laboratory for advanced military vehicle technology and other related topics. The organization produces solutions in state-of-the-art in ground vehicle survivability, mobility, intelligent systems, maneuver support and sustainment and researches, develops, engineers and integrates advanced technology into ground systems and support equipment, such as smaller, lighter, more mobile and survivable ground vehicles; enhanced lightweight armor for better ballistics protection; enhanced fuels, lubricants; and water supply and waste water treatment.

The Next Generation Combat Vehicle Cross Functional, Army Futures Command Team was established as part of the Army’s modernization strategy. The team consists of hand-selected military and civilian personnel, who are charged with narrowing or closing Cross Domain Maneuver capability gaps. The CFT serves as the primary Army integrator for Under Secretary of the Army/Vice Chief of Staff of the Army and Army Requirements Oversight Council decision for all supporting analysis, modeling, simulation and technical demonstrations. The NGCV CFT synchronizes the capability development process, and then rapidly transitions the requirement to a leader-approved capability into the Army Acquisition System.

The current NGCV CFT portfolio encompasses the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle, or AMPV; Mobile Protected Firepower, or MPF; Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle, or OMFV; future robotic combat vehicles, or RCV; and the next generation main battle tank.

The Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) manages the Small Business Program for the Commander of the U.S. Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command.

Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center

The Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center is a year-round training facility with maximum training potential for cold weather scenarios.

Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center

The Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center is a premier, full-spectrum, four-season joint training center for the Michigan National Guard.

U.S. Defense Logistics Agency

The U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) delivers superior support for our armed forces.

Fort Custer Training Center

The Fort Custer Training Center provides training facilities for the Michigan National Guard and other branches of the armed forces from nearby states..

110th Attack Wing

Situated in Battle Creek, the 110th Attack Wing provides aerial support and combat readiness to our nation.

127th Wing, Selfridge ANG

Based at the Selfridge Air National Guard Base, the 127th Wing provides trained, equipped and motivated tanker, fighter and support resources for the community, state and nation.