2.1.1 - Program Assurance

2.1.1-5 Level 2 Tasks

Tasks Applicable Mission Phases Description SFWC Artifacts References
2.1.1-5-1 Ensure the program risk posture is documented and accepted Phase A | Phase B | Ensure program identifies significant cost and technical drivers, critical issues and specific constraints. The program manager is responsible for identifying key project characteristics in consideration of the program life cycle and the various disciplines, the cause and consequences of the identified program risks NA Risk Management Plan TOR-2011(859)-5 Mission Risk Planning and Acquisition tailoring Guidelines for National Security Space Vehicles
2.1.1-5-2 Ensure program baseline risk is consistent with technical requirements Phase A | Phase B | Ensure the tailored specifications and standards represent the risk posture of the program. An independent assessment is recommended to ensure the program is cost-effective and cost-constrained in accordance with technical baseline and tailored requirements to ensure risk is consistent with program baseline. NA Risk Management Plan; Statement of Work (SOW) TOR-2011(859)-5 Mission Risk Planning and Acquisition tailoring Guidelines for National Security Space Vehicles
2.1.1-5-3 Ensure all program risk off-ramps are clearly defined Phase A | Phase B | Ensure the program identifies all risks (cost and/or technology) and appropriate off ramps or decision points are clearly defined. NA Risk Management Plan TOR-2011(8591)-6, Evaluation Guide for Independent Program Assessments