Reverse Engineering of Obsolete 512K X 32 Bit Static Random Access Memory (SRAM)

In this effort, GCI will deliver a form, fit, and function drop-in microcircuit to replace an obsolete 512Kx32 bit Static Random Access Memory (SRAM). This urgent need was brought to our attention by Michael Spencer, F-22 Program Technical Lead at BAE Electronic Systems, and is used in a module within the RF unit in the Electronic Warfare (EW) system of an F-22, which is supported at the Ogden Air Logistics Complex (OO-ALC) at Hill AFB, UT. During the Phase I effort, GCI was able to identify the USAF Technical Point of Contacts (TPOCs) Vince Eddards/NH-04/Chief, F-22 Avionics and Ted Stokes/NH-04/Chief, Sustainment, F-22. GCI has interacted with numerous stakeholders of the project including BAE Systems engineering, contracts, program management, as well as members of the F-22 sustainment team. Our primary contact at BAE Systems is Michelle Moran, Senior Mechanical Engineer. The F-22 has a requirement for up to 500+ units of 512Kx32 bit SRAM. This SRAM is currently obsolete, making it no longer available in inventory or in the supply chain. GCI will perform reverse engineering to provide a form, fit, and function, drop-in replacement that will work identically to the obsolete 512Kx32 SRAM. Not only does this provide the USAF F-22 with a solution, but a Phase II project will generate an 80% cost savings and 75% schedule savings relative to an expensive and time-consuming system redesign. During the Phase I, GCI was able to identify the engineering approach and schedule to move forward for a solution to be executed in a Phase II contract.