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DISA Supports U.S. Military Electromagnetic Spectrum Operation Planning

The new software will help commanders effectively utilize the electromagnetic spectrum during missions.

EMBM-J DS aims to support decision-making regarding electromagnetic spectrum operations. Credit: DISA graphic by Marco Villasana Jr.

The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and U.S. Strategic Command announced Monday that they launched a new software tool on April 21 to improve the U.S. military’s management of the electromagnetic spectrum, including radio waves, radar and GPS.

Electromagnetic Battle Management-Joint Decision Support (EMBM-J DS), according to DISA’s press release, will help improve communications, navigation and weapons systems by providing U.S. military commanders across all branches the ability to effectively coordinate spectrum use without interference from other systems.

EMBM-J DS also reduces the vulnerability to enemy jamming, which has become a growing concern in contested environments, the release stated.

“EMBM-J DS represents a significant step forward for joint electromagnetic spectrum operation cells, enabling strategic and operational electromagnetic spectrum planning at both the combatant command plans and future operations planning levels,” said U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. AnnMarie Anthony, the U.S. Strategic Command Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Center director.

The initial software offers commanders sophisticated planning capabilities by informing them about the electromagnetic spectrum to make better decisions. It also teaches them how the electromagnetic spectrum can be used during missions and what challenges may stand in the way.

According to the release, EMBM-J DS offers various options for spectrum usage and evaluates their effectiveness. The software can also test those plans in a virtual environment to demonstrate how they would work in a real-world scenario.

“We're committed to expanding the EMBM-J capability to meet evolving warfighter needs and address the complex challenges of joint electromagnetic spectrum operations,” said Jason Martin, the DISA component acquisition executive. “This is a crucial step in ensuring the U.S. military can effectively communicate and operate in any environment.”