The MH-60 Service Life Modernization (SLM) project intends to modernize MH-60 aircraft based on the need to provide the fleet a sustainable, modernized , and adaptable platform capable of meeting emerging threats, ensuring continued operational relevance, and reducing risk for future programs. SLM plans to implement a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) with a focus on Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) best practices and requirements. SLM will be executed in a phased Middle Tier of Acquisition (MTA) pathway leveraging multiple Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs).

The SLM effort is a joint effort with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). Additionally, SLM will reduce risk for the FVL (MS) program by establishing a common avionics and mission system architecture that will be portable between MH-60 and FVL (MS) platforms. The MH-60 program office anticipates release of a draft Request for White Paper (RWP), tentatively planned for Q2FY26, via the Consortium Management Group (CMG) Naval Aviation Systems Consortium (NASC) process.

AGENDA

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
11:30am – 2:45pm

Virtual (Registered attendees will receive a Microsoft Teams link closer to the event date.)

11:30 – 12:00 | Check-In
12:00 – 12:15 | Introductions/Rules of Engagement
12:15 – 12:30 | OTA Process and Guidelines
12:30 – 13:15 | Service Life Modernization (SLM) Update
13:15 – 13:30 | Break
13:30 – 14:00 | Maverick Armory/Sandbox Overview
14:00 – 14:30 | AUKUS & U.S. Department Partnership Overview
14:30 – 14:45 | AUKUS & U.S. State Department Open Forum Question Session