ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. — The U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command hosted Lt. Gen. Christopher O. Mohan, Army Materiel Command acting commander and deputy commanding general, for a major subordinate command update Feb. 24, 2025, on Aberdeen Proving Ground.
Discussing Army priorities of transformation and modernization, CECOM Commander Maj. Gen. James D. Turinetti IV was clear in conveying CECOM’s role for the larger force.
“The Army is rapidly transforming,” Turinetti said. “And we’re here today to see exactly how CECOM fits into those plans on where our Army is headed.”
Turinetti also stressed the needs of Soldiers, centering on how CECOM is aligning itself with ongoing AMC and Army transformation efforts.
Experts from seven different CECOM organizations and staff sections presented key topics that ranged from workforce management updates, microelectronics modernization strategies, installation resiliency, to AI development and implementation.
As the Army’s premier enterprise postured to support the global joint force with predictive and precision sustainment, AMC holds quarterly synchronization updates with its 10 major subordinate commands.
Mohan encouraged CECOM to ask, “why do we do this?” as he explained the current focus on dynamic change across the Army, stressing that we have an opportunity to challenge current systems and processes.
CECOM G1 Human Resources directorate personnel, Victoria Fuhrmann and Hannah Somers, briefed Mohan and AMC leadership on CECOM workforce management updates. Specifically, how CECOM is utilizing dashboard technology to maximize strategic data analytics decision-making and streamline existing processes for managing the Army’s most valuable asset: people.
Both Mohan and Turinetti were especially impressed with the technologically innovative mindset from Fuhrmann and Somers in creating their dashboard application.
CECOM’s Central Technical Support Facility was next to present during the update, led by CTSF Director Lt. Col. Edgar Lopez. The CTSF portion was focused primarily on their new mission, which is to shut down later this year. There was extended discussion on challenges CTSF and CECOM have experienced during the process to shut down the campus, as well as opportunities to evolve moving forward.
U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command Commander Col. Ericka Brooks presented on USAISEC’s transformation strategies. Brooks discussed ongoing and projected efforts to modernize installations and facilities across the Army, as well as strategic energy management services. Mohan showed keen interest in USAISEC’s energy management support through metering services, emphasizing that no matter the location, energy efficiency and resilience are essential to the Army’s ability to fight and win wars.
Col. Marc Welde, commander, U.S. Army Medical Logistics Command, shared AMLC’s strategies for transforming in line with CECOM, AMC, and the Army. Welde spoke on why integrating medical logistics, specifically MEDLOG in Campaigning, into sustainment is important.
Tobyhanna Army Depot Commander Col. James Crocker highlighted the depot’s shifting organizational focus to meet growing demand. Crocker discussed how DOD requirements have preemptively driven TYAD to transform to meet emerging C5ISR requirements.
Microelectronics, satellite communication systems, advanced radar systems, and forward repair activities enable faster support to the joint force at the point of need. Other important updates included TYAD’s new Industrial Control Network Pilot / AMC Center of Excellence, as well as the depot’s plans to upscale themselves for heightened unmanned aircraft system production support.
CECOM’s Integrated Logistics Support Center Director Nicole Osaghae then presented her organization’s update to AMC leadership.
“The ILSC is transforming to provide comprehensive logistics support to rapid acquisition capabilities,” said Osaghae.
The ILSC also shared a video highlighting AI assistance in the process of maintenance and repairs.
“We need to take what we know Soldiers need, and get after it,” said Mohan, discussing future support strategies.
CECOM’s Software Engineering Center was the final CECOM MSC to present during the update to AMC. SEC Director Garrett Shoemaker opened the presentation on SEC’s transformation efforts.
“SEC is positioning itself to support the Army's modernization efforts and stay ahead of emerging threats,” said Shoemaker. “We’re committed to being a leader for the Army in software engineering and innovation; delivering cutting-edge solutions that support the Army's mission now and in the future.”
Shoemaker also spoke about how the vision for SEC’s impact to the Army is moving toward delivering Software as a Service, or SaaS. Shoemaker explained that this means leveraging digital engineering to design, develop, and test software systems; effectively enhancing efficiency and technological performance for the joint force.
Shoemaker explained that the SEC is building a future-ready workforce with organically developed skills in data science, AI, and cybersecurity to support emerging technologies.
To demonstrate one of the SEC’s transformative new technologies, a team of software and data engineers showed Mohan a current product that has already made an impact in the Army AI space.
A.I. Flow is an organically built artificial intelligence application that enables users by providing a tailored AI workspace based on their needs. Frank Frisby, a data scientist with SEC, and Scott Tobias, a project lead with SEC, described in detail how they believe A.I. Flow can transform how the Army executes its mission now and in the future.
The demo offered a glimpse into the innovation of the SEC workforce. Mohan, impressed by the application, noted the app’s user-friendliness and flexibility. Mohan added that the application has the potential to make AI accessible across the Army.
The Army Reprogramming Analysis Team, or ARAT, also demonstrated for Mohan during the update. ARAT is a program office within SEC that is responsible for providing the Army with electronic warfare mission software across a range of systems. ARAT provides critical sustainment upgrades to Army aviation and ground platform EW system software, ensuring operational readiness of electromagnetic spectrum weapon systems in support of decision-makers across the Army.
The ARAT capability enables the Army to detect otherwise undetectable airborne threats. Mohan was impressed by this capability and noted its potential to support multi-domain operations and the counter-UAS mission moving forward.
During the update, Mohan had the opportunity to recognize five CECOM employees for their exceptional work and dedication to their respective missions. Teresa Manganaro, with SEC Human Resources Branch, Gerald Duncan from ISEC Technical Support Group, Michael Schramm, with TYAD, Keeyonia Washington, with AMLC G1, and Glendon Kirkpatrick, from ILSC Readiness and Field Support Directorate, were all recognized and presented with a three-star coin from Mohan.
Mohan thanked the CECOM workforce for their hospitality in hosting AMC and for their hard work, encouraging leaders to take care of their people during this transformative time.
“We got after a lot today, but have a lot of work to do,” said Mohan. “Overcommunicate. Remember, that no matter what challenge the Army faces, we will take care of our own.”
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