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Joint Tactical Network (JTN)
Budget figures
FY2026 award data is a partial year — USAspending reports awards on a rolling basis, and this corpus runs through 2026-09-04. why partial FY2026 data? →
Budget trajectory
| Fiscal year | Amount |
|---|---|
| FY24 | $29.2M |
| FY25 | $31.2M |
| FY26 | $41.7M |
All series figures: R-1 TOA · PB2026
Decade view
P-1/R-1 workbook TOA basis, shown compact in $B/$M (the workbook records USD thousands); each figure cites its own President's Budget edition
The vertical scale does not start at zero: the baseline sits just below this program’s smallest year, so a low point on this line is not a small amount. Read the shape for direction and the grid below for the figures.
● actuals (line) · ○ enacted · ◇ request — gaps are editions the program is absent from, never interpolated.
| Series | FY15 | FY16 | FY17 | FY18 | FY19 | FY20 | FY21 | FY22 | FY23 | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Actuals | $17.3M | $20.8M | $16.4M | $46.1M | $42.1M | $39.1M | $30.5M | $27.8M | $29.1M | $29.2M | ||
| Enacted | $18.1M | $16.0M | $44.1M | $41.9M | $40.8M | $30.5M | $28.9M | $30.1M | $30.3M | $31.2M | ||
| Request | $16.0M | $44.1M | $42.0M | $40.8M | $31.7M | $29.0M | $30.2M | $30.3M | $31.2M | $41.7M |
blank = series not published for this year; – = absent from that edition.
Asked vs spent: the PB2018 book requested $44.1M for FY2018; the PB2020 book reported $46.1M as actual total obligation authority — $1.90M above the request. 46.05 − 44.15 = 1.90 USD millions — the compact figures above are rounded for reading.
Program lineage
No predecessor/successor lineage was recorded for this program element — no FY-to-FY transfer into or out of this line was stated in the ingested J-books, and none was inferred from the program structure.
Description
Mission — Joint Tactical Network (JTN)
This funding supports Joint and Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiatives to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems. EF5 project: The Joint Enterprise Network Manager (JENM) / Joint Network Management Software for Radio Terminals provides a single, converged network management tool allowing the Warfighter to plan, configure, load, and manage the Joint Services' Tactical Radios and their networks in the field - a capability not available in legacy planning systems. Funding supports the full suite of Software defined radios across the services, enabling them to utilize Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) and other waveforms to include: Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), TrellisWare Scalable Manet (TSM), Warrior Robust Enhanced Network (WREN), Warrior Robust Enhanced Network-Narrowband (WREN-NB), Demand Assigned Multiple Access (DAMA) Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Integrated Waveform (IW), VHF-UHF Line Of Sight (VULOS), Second Generation Antijam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) and Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) waveform. The Network Management Software provides the Commander the ability to quickly reconfigure critical networks and enhances the S6's ability to conduct Course of Action (COA) Analysis and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), providing commanders critical information regarding their ability to communicate. EX6 project: Waveforms provides the transport technologies and capabilities necessary to support the overall connectivity of the Unified Network. Waveforms technology assessments, integration, and configuration management enable seamless updates and fluid communication between echelons of the Unified Network. Waveforms delivers, maintains, and upgrades portable, interoperable, MANET waveforms, Advanced Networking Waveforms (ANWf), and network enterprise services in support of the Army's network modernization strategy. Waveforms capabilities will remain agile to accommodate emerging warfighter needs by addressing the following: (1) Waveform (WF) analysis and system engineering activities for DoD as Lead Service Activity for Ground/Line of Sight (LoS) Waveforms (currently TSM, WREN, and SINCGARS) in accordance with DoD Instruction 4630.09, Communications Waveform Management and Standardization, 23 November 2020. (2) Development and/or integration efforts of Broadcast Waveforms (i.e. SINCGARS, WREN, ANWf) and Radio Services (i.e. enterprise Over The Air Management (eOTAM)) in support of Army Network modernization, and agile mission support initiatives. (3) Viability assessments of ANWf in support of the Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) and future capability sets to ensure waveform performance in advance of formal ITN experimentation and fielding activities. FY 2025 RDT&E dollars will fund the continued development, integration, and testing of new capabilities and waveform enhancements for SINCGARS, WREN, TSM, and ANWf. As well as fund the next generation Government developed waveforms and Radio Service applications, system and architectural engineering for ANWf radio communications technologies, post deployment software support for fielded versions of the waveforms and radio services, program management support, and examine modular and open system architectures (MOSA) to for future integration and waveform porting efficiencies. The FY 2026 request was reduced by $0.564 million for Advisory and Assistance Services to promote efficiencies and advance the policies of the Administration in alignment with Executive Order 14222, "Implementing the President's Department of Government Efficiency Cost Efficiency Initiative."
Mission — Joint Tactical Network (JTN)
This funding supports Joint and Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiatives to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems. The Joint Enterprise Network Manager (JENM) / Joint Network Management Software for Radio Terminals provides a single, converged network management tool allowing the Warfighter to plan, configure, load, and manage the Joint Services' Tactical Radios and their networks in the field - a capability not available in legacy planning systems. Funding supports the full suite of Software defined radios across the services, enabling them to utilize Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) and other waveforms to include: Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), TrellisWare Scalable Manet (TSM), Warrior Robust Enhanced Network (WREN), Warrior Robust Enhanced Network-Narrowband (WREN-NB), Demand Assigned Multiple Access (DAMA) Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Integrated Waveform (IW), VHF-UHF Line Of Sight (VULOS), Second Generation Antijam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) and Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) waveform. The Network Management Software provides the Commander the ability to quickly reconfigure critical networks and enhances the S6's ability to conduct Course of Action (COA) Analysis and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), providing commanders critical information regarding their ability to communicate. FY 2026 funding will continue radio planner development efforts to design, engineer, integrate and test of planning and management capabilities for the Tactical Radio network in support of the Advanced Networking Waveforms (ANWf). Continued development provides further integration of the Joint Service Networks and Network Management of its emerging systems to enable Soldiers the ability to effectively manage their networks. Radio planner development efforts seek to continue development of joint service waveform support as identified in the Joint Network Management Software for Radio Terminals MOA. Planning applications are deployed on and critically tied to the Ruggedized Application Platform - Tactical Radios (RAP-TR) hardware from Division to the Company level.
Mission — Waveforms
This funding line is directly aligned to the Army Network Modernization Priority. This funding supports the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems, Transport Layer. This project provides the transport technologies necessary to support the overall connectivity of the Unified Network. Waveforms technology assessments, integration, and configuration management enable seamless updates and fluid communication between echelons of the Unified Network. Waveforms delivers, maintains, and upgrades portable, interoperable, Mobile Ad-hoc Networking (MANET) waveforms, Advanced Networking Waveforms (ANWf), network management and monitoring protocols and standards, and network enterprise services in support of the ARMY network modernization strategy. These waveforms and services are deployed by technical insertion into production of, and field upgrades to, existing tactical radios. Waveforms will remain agile to accommodate emerging warfighter needs by addressing the following: 1) Waveform (WF) analysis and system engineering activities for DoD as Lead Service Activity for Ground/Line of Sight (LoS) Waveforms (currently TSM), Warrior Robust Enhanced Network (WREN), and Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS)) in accordance with (IAW) Deputy Secretary of Defense memo for Enhancing DoD's Joint Tactical Networks and Datalink Modernization, 29 March 2019 2) Development and/or integration efforts of Broadcast Waveforms (i.e. SINCGARS, WREN, ANWf) and Radio Services (i.e. enterprise Over The Air Management (eOTAM)) in support of Army Network modernization, and agile mission support initiatives 3) Viability assessments of ANWf in support of the Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) and future capability sets to ensure waveform performance in advance of formal ITN experimentation and fielding activities FY 2026 RDT&E dollars (EX6) in the amount of $24.595 million will fund the continued development, integration, and testing of new capabilities and waveform enhancements for SINCGARS, WREN, TSM, and ANWf. Additionally, funding supports the next generation Government developed waveforms and Radio Service applications, system and architectural engineering for ANWf radio communications technologies, post deployment software support for fielded versions of the waveforms and radio services, program management support, and examine modular and open system architectures (MOSA) to make future integration and waveform porting more efficient. IAW NDAA Section 168, evaluate the maturity of multiple COTS NDI waveforms for LPI/LPD/LPG features, for the purpose of inclusion or integration into tactical radio programs.
Justification
Accomplishments & Planned Programs (6)
JENM Program Office Support
Program Management Office support in the development of the Joint Network Management Software in accordance (IAW) with the approved Joint Network Management Software for Radio Terminals Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).
JENM Development
Joint Network Management Software provides consolidated communications planning, network configuration, network activation, position reporting, fault management, security management, and network health and status reporting needed to establish and maintain a mobile wireless network comprised of SW defined network waveforms. Joint Network Management Software interfaces with other external network managers, mission planning systems, network planning systems, key management systems, and spectrum planning systems. Joint Network Management Software is considered a mission essential system. Joint Network Management Software is also considered a critical element within the Ruggedized Application Platform - Tactical Radios (RAP-TR) hardware configuration management tool kit.
Program Management Office Support
Waveform matrix and contractor support, including technical, logistics, and business staff oversight
Waveforms Software Development
PdM Waveforms provides software development and waveforms support for tactical radios operational and networking requirements for the following: 1) Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) - Develop SINCGARS waveform to combat the adversary's near, mid, and far-term Electronic Attack/Electronic Warfare (EA/EW) capabilities. 2) Warrior Robust Enhanced Network (WREN) Waveform will enhance range, scalability, and Electronic Protection (EP) for a unified transport to Army tactical networks. 3) Radio Services (i.e. enterprise Over The Air Management (eOTAM) in support of Army Network modernization, and agile mission support initiatives.
Waveforms Test and Evaluation
PdM Waveforms performs test and evaluation activities to address interoperability, range, scalability, resiliency, Electronic Warfare (EW)/Cyber Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA), and readiness. Advanced Networking Waveforms (ANWf) assessments support inclusion and/or integration of technologies into Army experimentation and Capability Sets (CS's) Viability and Readiness Assessments including Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessment, test and evaluation of EW and cyber capabilities in support of Integrated Tactical Network (ITN), performance and behavior analysis of waveforms against topologies, architectures, operational use cases and fielding activities.
Waveforms Software Support and System Engineering
PdM Waveforms software support and systems engineering for waveforms and network manager applications provides the following: 1) Radio Services applications that enable over-the-air (OTA) NSA cryptographic key, radio and network configuration tools and bandwidth efficient OTA protocols supporting the Unified Network Line of Effort (LOE) for CSs. 2) eOTAM will enhance radio health services, Common Management Information Base (MIB) integration, integration with Army network management systems and comply with NSA security standards. 3) Evaluate the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of ANWf in support of the ITN, and CS' requirements and architectures. 4) Oversight and inform policy for SINCGARS, WREN, TSM, eOTAM, and related products for DoD, including Lead Service activities.
Budget line items(workbook-cited)
P-1/R-1 workbook Total Obligation Authority basis (USD thousands) · PB2026.
Exhibit R-1
| Account | Org | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY24 Actuals | $29.2M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY25 Enacted | $31.2M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY25 Total | $31.2M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY26 Disc. Request | $41.7M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army | A | FY26 Total | $41.7M |
Budget Details(R-2/P-40 facts)
J-book detail basis (R-2/P-40, USD millions) · PB2026 — a different accounting basis from the P-1/R-1 workbook TOA above; where the two disagree, the reconciliation strip under Budget figures shows both.
Wider than this screen — swipe the table sideways for the remaining fiscal-year columns.
| Project | FY24 Actuals | FY25 Total | FY26 Base | FY26 Request |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Element | $29.2M | $31.2M | $41.7M | $41.7M |
| EF5: Joint Tactical Network (JTN) | $9.87M | $9.67M | $17.1M | $17.1M |
| EX6: Waveforms | $19.4M | $21.5M | $24.6M | $24.6M |
Follow the dollar
No follow-the-dollar view — this program's awards haven't been crosswalked at high confidence (flows cover 312 of 1,938 programs). why coverage is partial? →
Awards
No awards are linked to this program element at high or medium confidence — the budget→award crosswalk only asserts links it can defend, and this line has none yet.
Lobbying mentions
No Senate LDA lobbying filing in the tracked data mentions this program element by code or alias.
Oversight
Department-level designation (not specific to this program)
GAO lists 5 high-risk areas for DOD as a whole. That designation covers the department, not Joint Tactical Network (JTN). No program-specific GAO finding for this line is in the ingested data. See the DOD oversight record.
Program dossier
No research dossier for this program — dossiers cover 50 of 1,938 programs, the largest fully J-book-detailed lines by FY2026 requested dollars. why no dossier here? →
Primary sources
Open any budget figure for its exact receipt. Verified line items lead with the highlighted government PDF; original spreadsheets download with their budget edition and exhibit in the filename.
Budget totals · TOA sources
FY2026 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J133
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2026_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2017 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J115
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2017_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2018 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J123
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2018_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2019 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J126
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2019_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2020 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J149
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2020_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2021 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J157
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2021_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2022 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J127
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2022_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2023 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J128
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2023_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2024 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J126
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2024_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2025 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J124
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2025_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
Detailed budget justification
The related TOA spreadsheets above use a different accounting basis from R-2/P-40 detail. Their amounts are not assumed to match these detailed sources.
RDTE - Vol 3 - Budget Activity 5A · www.asafm.army.mil