Author: Joe Stewart

Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

October 22, 2026

JIATF-401 LEADS A NEW ERA IN COUNTER-SUAS DEFENSE

The Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) is leading the Department of War (DoW)’s efforts…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP

October 20, 2026

Aligned for Impact – John Franklin

As a principal engineer specializing in tactical communications, John Franklin is dedicated to ensuring that…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

October 15, 2026

HIRING CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS, THE SMART WAY

There are only 25,857 contract specialists in the Department of War (DoW), handling 54% of…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

October 13, 2026

Acquisition is a Team Effort – Brice Ott

As a project director at the forefront of delivering advanced threat systems, Brice Ott plays…

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ALCP Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force IDEAL NPS

October 6, 2026

Protect Your Time – Tiffanie Bachar

For Tiffanie Bachar, effective time management isn’t just a workplace skill—it’s a mindset. By valuing…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines General

October 1, 2026

Army Acquisition Hall of Fame Welcomes Four New Inductees in 2026

The 2026 Army Acquisition Hall of Fame inductees are Dr. A. Fenner Milton, Mr. Henry…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

September 30, 2026

CECOM ASIC Secures, Accelerates Tactical Communications

During the Army’s first operational fielding of Product Manager Wideband Enterprise Satellite Systems (PdM WESS)…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force NPS

September 29, 2026

Learn the Regulations, Never Forget the Mission – Sgt. 1st Class Joseph F. Ray

As a contracting noncommissioned officer (NCO) in the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) under…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

September 28, 2026

From the Army Acquisition Executive: Capacity, Partners and the Courage to Act

Every acquisition professional in this workforce has heard some version of the same message over…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

September 24, 2026

Joint Innovation Outpost Builds Overmatch Blueprint With the Army’s First OAD at Fort Bragg

At Fort Bragg, the Army’s first Operational Acquisition Detachment (OAD) 1 is reshaping how the…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force UDI

September 22, 2026

Remember the Human – Kristian S. Kleinbach

Kristian Kleinbach brings a people-first perspective to leadership in a highly technical field. He strongly…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

September 17, 2026

PDM PAWS Fields Modernized Liquid Logistics Systems

As the Army modernizes its equipment to move and sustain its forces, it is simultaneously…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

September 15, 2026

Collaboration is Key – Joseph M. Carson IV

In a fast-moving production environment, Joseph Carson believes that no one succeeds alone. As a…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

September 14, 2026

JTNC, NSA Biannual Collaboration Drives Modernization of Secure Military Communications

In a concerted effort to shape the future of secure military communications, nearly 120 leaders…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines Career Development From the Frontlines Workforce

September 10, 2026

Unlock Collaborative Leadership: FY27 Seats Open for Program Manager’s Cross-Functional Training (CFT 4010)

The Warfighting Acquisition University (WarU) is pleased to announce enrollment opportunities for the fiscal year…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines Career Development From the Frontlines Workforce

September 9, 2026

From the Director of Acquisition Career Management: The Watchword Is Change

If I had to choose one word to describe my tenure as the Army Director…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

September 8, 2026

Keep It Simple – Francesco (Frank) A. Rizzi

Frank Rizzi operates with a disciplined philosophy; keep things simple and balance trust with accountability.…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

September 3, 2026

PrSM Program Exemplifies Rapid Delivery Through Proactive Risk

As the Army accelerates its transformation for an increasingly contested operational environment, the acquisition enterprise…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force NPS

September 1, 2026

Commitment to Completion – William (Bill) Parker-Combs

William (Bill) Parker-Combes’ career with the Army Acquisition Workforce (AAW) highlights the power of continuous…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines Career Development From the Frontlines Workforce

August 31, 2026

LEAD Program Celebrates Year Group 2025 Graduates

On August 12, 2026, two Army Acquisition Workforce members graduated from the Leadership Excellence and…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines Career Development From the Frontlines

August 27, 2026

ACS Program Enables Officers to Pursue Advanced STEM Degrees

The ACS program enables Army acquisition officers to pursue fully funded, full-time advanced degrees in…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

August 25, 2026

Growth Through Challenge – Jonathan Silva

As a project management officer who thrives on challenges, Jonathan Silva approaches every assignment as…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

August 20, 2026

War and Jazz: Collective Improvisation in the Battlefield

In 1957, Miles Davis and his ensemble scored the French film “Ascenseur pour l’echafaud.” While…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

August 18, 2026

Always Apply Logic – Aaron Rider

Rider serves as the acting competency manager of the Armaments Experimentation and Evaluation Division, supporting…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

August 17, 2026

A Legacy of Dedication: Remembering Jason Pitts

Many organizations are blessed with employees who are dedicated to their work, but few can…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

August 13, 2026

Ultra-Light Done Right: Developing the ISV With Precision

Getting troops and equipment across the battlefield is a vital part of every theater operation.…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

August 11, 2026

Leading Beyond Boundaries – Mustafa Rawat

To lead effectively in a complex role like assured munitions, it’s essential to embrace new…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

August 10, 2026

Cyber Warfare: The Best Offense Is a Powerful Defense

In modern conflicts, cyber space has emerged as a primary domain of warfare—an invisible but decisive…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Science & Technology

August 6, 2026

ATEC Transforms Test and Evaluation for Next Generation Command and Control

The U.S. Army’s Next Generation Command and Control initiative, known as NGC2, was created to…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP

August 4, 2026

Consistency Over Perfection – Donnah Laster

When balancing multiple responsibilities at once, striving for perfection can slow progress, while consistency keeps…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

August 3, 2026

ALT-IO and DACM Office Shape a Stronger Acquisition Workforce

Accountability is critical—at the heart of this reform is the imperative to hold Capability Portfolio…

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ALCP Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

July 28, 2026

Capacity for Growth is Limitless – Renae Florack

Florack serves as the project officer responsible for overseeing the life cycle program management for…

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Been There, Done That Behind The Frontlines

July 23, 2026

Embracing Acquisition Reform: A Critical Step for the Army’s Future

Accountability is critical—at the heart of this reform is the imperative to hold Capability Portfolio…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force IDEAL

July 21, 2026

Chase the Experience, Not the Grade – Mark Dahilig

Mark Dahilig believes that the strongest careers are built by looking beyond a single lane.…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines

July 20, 2026

The Risk of Inaction: How PAE Fires Took Calculated Risks to Rapidly Field the Mid-Range Capability System

“The Mid-Range Capability program is highly complex, operating at the intersection of joint operations,” said…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines Career Development From the Frontlines Workforce

July 16, 2026

Rebalancing Functional Area 51

The Army is leaning forward with a leaner, more efficient mantra by strategically aligning personnel…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines MG Harry Greene Awards

July 15, 2026

Annual ASA(ALT) Acquisition Writing Competition Showcases Workforce Talent and Creativity

Prospective authors are encouraged to think and write critically about current challenges and ways to…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force PPTE

July 14, 2026

Curiosity Drives Innovation – Byron A. Kight

Kight strives to ensure that Army policy reflects the strategic messaging set forth by the…

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Behind The Frontlines From the Frontlines Workforce

July 13, 2026

Prime For Change: The Change Leadership Playbook

Organizational leaders constantly talk about transformational structures, launch modernization campaigns and redesign processes to pursue…

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AAW Spotlights Behind The Frontlines

July 9, 2026

From the Army Acquisition Executive: The Right to Integrate

Last fall, the Army undertook the most significant acquisition reform in decades, moving from twelve…

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ALCP Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP TWI

July 7, 2026

Resilience Matters – Maj. Douglas Richardson

Maj. Douglas Richardson has built his career on the simple but solid belief that focus…

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