Lockheed Martin Simulation, Training & Support achieved a Maturity Level 4 rating during its recent Capability Maturity Model Integration (R) (CMMI(R)) appraisal under the newest, most rigorous version of the model and appraisal method, version 1.2.

Established by Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute, CMMI gauges how effectively an organization implements engineering and management processes used in performing work on programs. CMMI is recognized as the standard for independent benchmarking of industry maturity in critical technical and managerial areas.

"This is a great achievement for our company," said Simulation, Training & Support President Dale P. Bennett. "This award demonstrates our commitment to providing our customers with the highest quality solutions for their training and logistics challenges through process improvement."

Major programs assessed during the appraisal included the Aircrew Training and Rehearsal Support (ATARS), the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS), DDG-Modernization and Close Combat Tactical Trainer (CCTT). The independent firm Systems and Software Consortium, Inc., led the appraisal using the Standard CMMI Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI(SM)) Version 1.2. The assessment encompassed multiple sites, program management, and systems, hardware and software engineering disciplines.

Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, Lockheed Martin employs about 140,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services.

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(SM) SCAMPI is a service mark of Carnegie Mellon University.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact: warren.wright@lmco.com

SOURCE: Lockheed Martin