Flight Test Program management is typically proposed when a complex system is being ordered, or if an order contains items for which significant development effort is required. Other situations requiring Flight Test Program Management include when a contract demands above normal qualification testing, when specific deliverable documentation is required, or if the customer requires regular status reports.
Curtiss-Wright has a rigorous project management methodology in place, called ‘Project Path,' to ensure that every project is delivered on time and within budget. The Project Path system is a proven milestone-driven methodology in aerospace applications. It features an embedded quality process to ensure that projects are managed successfully at every stage. An overview of the Project Path stages and their outputs is shown below.
Requirements Definition & Analysis
- User Requirement Definition
- Parameter Review
- Environmental Qualification
- Project Schedule
- Key Milestone Definition
Architectural Design
- Functional Specification
- Equipment Availability Review
- Obsolescence Analysis
- High Level Design
System Design
- Cost Benefit Analysis / Sensor and Equipment Selection
- Data Analysis Hardware and Software
- Installation / Interconnect Design Review
- Data Quality Analysis (link budget and network analysis)
- Custom Development Identification
Procurement, Development & Unit Test
- Procurement of Equipment - Selection Process for Sub-suppliers
- Management of Custom Developments
- Delivery Management of Equipment
- Environmental and Factory Testing
System Test
- System Test Planning
- Integration Testing
- System Test Procedure
- System Acceptance testing (bench)
Delivery, Training & Support
- Packing and Delivery
- World Class Training Syllabus
- Remote and On-site Support Team
- Documentation
Data Acquisition System Services
Program Management Capabilities
This cross-functional group provides close management of all project activities and agile decision making.
The Integrated Master Plan (IMP) is an event-driven plan that describes the events, significant accomplishments, and criteria needed to complete the tasks.
A set of proactive risk management tools that provide our customers with insight into the program development process and all associated risks, including technical, schedule, and cost risks.
We have the expert knowledge to generate all of the data items required for large defense and aerospace programs.
The EVMS system uses the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) as its foundation.
The Program Management personnel at Curtiss-Wright employ industry-standard management and reporting processes that cover the requirements of a broad segment of its customers.