51A Systems Development

The Army MOS 51A is a project officer who works on the development and acquisition of new material systems or major modifications to existing systems. They also ensure the proper interface between the system design and support program. The 51A manages DOD and Army acquisition programs, including the total cost, schedule, and performance. They are responsible for planning, testing, training, and fielding Army systems and equipment.

The 51A also evaluates competing technologies, with a high aspect on foreign technologies which could affect Army systems. They monitor the system design and development to ensure the design satisfies Army operational requirements and is at the lowest life cycle cost.