Assessment of industrial base for turbojet pyrotechnic devices

(a) Findings Congress finds the following: (1) Turbojet pyrotechnic devices are critical for the operation of aerial targets and unmanned systems used in military training and testing, and weapon systems. (2) Current supply chain lead times of 18 to 36 months exceed the Department of Defense's 12-month requirement, creating a production bottleneck that poses risks to readiness and operational effectiveness. (b) Report required Not later than March 1, 2027, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, in consultation with the Secretary of the Army and the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy, shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that, with respect to turbojet pyrotechnic devices— (1) assesses— (A) projected demand through fiscal year 2030, including with respect to initiators, igniters, pyroflares, turbine start cartridges, and other similar pyrotechnic devices; (B) current United States production capacity, scalability, and lead times; (C) supply chain vulnerabilities and impacts on readiness; and (D) potential commercial or dual-use applications; and (2) provides recommendations to reduce supply chain lead times, diversify suppliers, and strengthen the industrial base. (c) Implementation authority The Secretary of Defense may initiate pilot efforts or partnerships that support implementation of the recommendations in the report under subsection (b).