Joint Training, Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP)

The Joint Live, Virtual and Constructive (JLVC) Modernization project was developed to address the joint operational training gaps identified in the 2022 China Task Force: Inability of current JLVC capabilities to replicate peer competitor capabilities/capacity at the appropriate classification levels, train to Joint Warfighting Concept (JWC) 3.0/4.0-identified Key Operational Problems (KOP) and Concept Required Capabilities (CRC) with existing JLVC training capability and Global Joint Training Infrastructure (GJTI). JLVC Modernization funding will be utilized to develop core data standardization, non-kinetic effects, exercise control, and fully informed simulation environment within the JLVC training capability while investing in Service and Combat Support Agency corresponding JLVC-compliant simulation all-domain capabilities. Additionally, JLVC Modernization funds will invest in rapid capability advancement via Industry and Academia, primarily through other transaction authorities (OTA) vehicles, to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) for a wide range of JLVC applications, from software integration, test and interoperability, scenario generation to AI-powered After-Action Review (AAR) and analysis.

Investment in the Joint National Training Capability (JNTC) program enables Service and Combatant Commands to train as they operate as part of the overall Joint Force. JNTC provides the technical standards, architecture, and development processes required to integrate/link joint training enablers in programs across the Department of War. The program also supports JNTC Accreditation, Certification, and Mitigation (A/C/M) processes, which are critical for assessing joint training environments, identifying gaps, and implementing mitigation strategies. JNTC Liaisons play a key role in maintaining engagement with Service programs and operationalizing the Joint Warfighting Concept (JWC). The capabilities enable simultaneous training at scale, with aggregation of training audiences at the Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, Component Command headquarters, and Service tactical levels. The funding also supports modernization of the Joint Training Environment (JTE) through a Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA) approach to include development of a cloud ready, web-accessible Joint Training Platform providing the Joint Training Tool (JTT) and supporting data services that support all phases of an exercise from initiation, force sourcing, planning, design, execution, integration with JLVC, AAR, and analytics of results with Artificial Intelligence (AI). The JTT will increase warfighter access to semi-automated training enablers within the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE). The JTT will also modernize the automation of Joint Training System (JTS) by incorporating functionality and capabilities of the Joint Training Information Management System (JTIMS). JNTC enables the Department of War to train the Joint Force on the operationalization of the current and future Joint Warfighting Concept and provides more effective training by providing capabilities that replicate the contemporary and future operating environment. Additionally, the program ensures cybersecurity compliance and lifecycle maintenance of JNTC systems to sustain secure and reliable training environments. This program will implement the goals listed in the Joint Operational Training Infrastructure (JOTI).

Air Force JNTC funding provides a focused upgrade to develop models for employment of cyber and 5th generation capabilities for integration into the Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) environment as well as supporting development of cross-domain solutions. Additionally, the Air Force invests in development of capabilities to enhance the rigor and fidelity of training for live and virtual members of joint training audiences.

Develops unique maritime capabilities that integrate joint live, virtual, and constructive (JLVC) elements into a seamless joint training environment. Using a scientific and phased approach that focuses on modeling ground, air, space, and maritime capabilities, this program researches and integrates new technologies and methods that provide a crucial technology-based foundation that supports all JNTC multi-domain training, JLVC federation, and Combatant Commanders exercise and engagement operations. This program provides a current and emerging multi-functional and multi-domain strategic competitor threat environment and associated warfighting challenges to stimulate Joint and Navy training audiences, enabling the Fleet Commander to certify deploying forces in a synthetic Joint training environment and Joint Force Maritime Component Commands (JFMCCs) to participate in realistic Combatant Commander Exercises.

Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) is the DoW unique and authoritative source for online joint training. JKO is tasked to develop a DoW enterprise-wide, joint individual training toolkit of web-enabled individual and small group training products, services, and enabling training technology. Products and services are developed in response to OSW program goals, CJCS training guidance, Joint Staff training priorities, and JKO stakeholders (Combatant Commands, Services, Combat Support Agencies, Interagency, and multinational partners) prioritized training requirements. JKO supports a career-long joint learning continuum, joint professional military education, and tailored common training standards to Service members on tasks that are jointly executed. JKO’s research and development will improve all components of the Joint Total Learning Architecture (JTLA) including: 1. JKO Learning Management System (LMS): Development and enhancement is required to integrate advanced individual and staff training technologies and methodologies with larger scale, collective training exercises, and modernize military training capability with a DoW enterprise-wide online training toolkit. There are currently over 4.5 million registered users of the JKO LMS. 2. JKO Course Builder: JKO’s Course Builder is a separate component used for organizations to develop online content by both internal and external joint enterprise teams. Course Builder mitigates the need to have programmer’s code Shareable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) standards into content with automation that promotes fiscal efficiency as well as operational responsiveness. Course Builder will advance to support new JKO Content Development techniques including responsive design, micro-learning, parallax scrolling and adaptive learning methodology. 3. Warrior Readiness Site (WRS) – Warrior Readiness is a JKO-SIPR capability focused on providing current and relevant education and training on the Changing Character of War, related Joint concepts, ready-reference information on key adversaries, and service-related warfighting concepts to prepare Joint Force personnel for employment across the DoW. WRS is a collective site of critical need-to-know information, utilizing micro-learning for the inquisitive learner looking to improve their Joint Force acumen. 4.

These funds advance USMC training capabilities by providing stability and risk reduction to a variety of efforts focused on improving the fidelity and realism of training simulation systems. These systems are tailored to prepare operational Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) units for worldwide deployment in support of CCMD operations and engagements and are available to any organization or entity training via the JLVC federation of training tools. Based on the Commandant's planning guidance and JOTI Strategy Goal #1 and objectives, the Marine Corps will continue to improve performance of the MAGTF Tactical Warfare Simulation in the areas of the JLVC-multi-resolution federation bridge, common database terrain data ingestion, and JLVC interoperability. The MAGTF Tactical Warfare Simulation also provides a single source training environment capability that enables users to select single or multiple play boxes (terrain data sets) for training simulation systems easing the burden of requesting terrain, 3D models, and other geographic layers into a single source. In addition to developing an exercise planning, design, implementation, execution, and control tool, the MAGTF Tactical Warfare Simulation also enhances indigenous population modular service enabling exercise designers the ability to rapidly build new scenarios and incorporate human geography elements into the training scenarios.