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joint network operations control center (JNCC)

Military; General military

An element of the J-6 established to support a joint force commander. The joint network operations control center serves as the single control agency for the management and direction of the joint ...

An element of a US Army division, corps, or field army tactical operations center consisting of Army component intelligence staff officer and Army component operations staff officer air personnel who ...

night vision goggle(s) (NVG)

Military; General military

An electro-optical image intensifying device that detects visible and near-infrared energy, intensifies the energy, and provides a visible image for night viewing. Night vision goggles can be either ...

ballistic missile early warning system (BMEWS)

Military; General military

An electronic system for providing detection and early warning of attack by enemy intercontinental ballistic missiles.

directional gyro indicator

Military; General military

An azimuth gyro with a direct display and means for setting the datum to a specified compass heading.

wingman

Military; General military

An aviator subordinate to and in support of the designated section leader; also, the aircraft flown in this role.

slice

Military; General military

An average logistic planning factor used to obtain estimates of requirements for personnel and materiel. (e.g., a personnel slice generally consists of the total strength of the stated basic ...