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Staff Sgt. Charles McKelvey, Public Affairs Systems program analyst at Marine Corps Systems Command, demonstrates how a Marine can single-handedly setup the new Public Affairs Live Media Engagement System in less than 10 minutes. PALMES is a lightweight, deployable media system designed to stream live video, conduct interviews with media and upload content via internet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mathuel Browne) - Staff Sgt. Charles McKelvey, Public Affairs Systems program analyst at Marine Corps Systems Command, demonstrates how a Marine can single-handedly setup the new Public Affairs Live Media Engagement System in less than 10 minutes. PALMES is a lightweight, deployable media system designed to stream live video, conduct interviews with media and upload content via internet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mathuel Browne)

U.S. Army Cpl. Gregory McLellan and U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Clinton Smith plot grid points during a joint training exercise at Arta, Djibouti. Through informal methods like training exercises, as well as formally established joint forums, the services work together to share new technology and ideas to develop, test and deliver ever-better capabilities for Marines and Soldiers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Dan DeCook) - U.S. Army Cpl. Gregory McLellan and U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Clinton Smith plot grid points during a joint training exercise at Arta, Djibouti. Through informal methods like training exercises, as well as formally established joint forums, the services work together to share new technology and ideas to develop, test and deliver ever-better capabilities for Marines and Soldiers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Dan DeCook)

The Communication Emitter Sensing and Attack System II, or CESAS II, is the Corps’ sole high power, ground mobile electronic attack asset used to detect, deny and disrupt threat communications. The system is modular and can be integrated into the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle or scaled down to a weight and size that can be carried by an individual. (U.S. Marine Corps photo) - The Communication Emitter Sensing and Attack System II, or CESAS II, is the Corps’ sole high power, ground mobile electronic attack asset used to detect, deny and disrupt threat communications. The system is modular and can be integrated into the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle or scaled down to a weight and size that can be carried by an individual. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

The Marine Corps is celebrating a decade of keeping warfighters safer against explosive devices with the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected family of vehicles. MRAP vehicles are designed to provide protection against underbody mines, improvised explosive devices, rocket-propelled grenades and small arms fire. From 2006 to 2012, the MRAP Joint Program Office fielded a total of 27,774 to operating forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lynn Kinney) - The Marine Corps is celebrating a decade of keeping warfighters safer against explosive devices with the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected family of vehicles. MRAP vehicles are designed to provide protection against underbody mines, improvised explosive devices, rocket-propelled grenades and small arms fire. From 2006 to 2012, the MRAP Joint Program Office fielded a total of 27,774 to operating forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lynn Kinney)

Marine Corps Systems Command is developing a suite of systems that gives M1A1 Abrams tank commanders and their gunners a hunter-killer edge over their enemies. The new Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, Tank Commander Single Handle, and slew-to-cue capability make up the trifecta that cuts time to enemy engagement by half while increasing accuracy, range and lethality on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Gabrielle Quire) - Marine Corps Systems Command is developing a suite of systems that gives M1A1 Abrams tank commanders and their gunners a hunter-killer edge over their enemies. The new Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, Tank Commander Single Handle, and slew-to-cue capability make up the trifecta that cuts time to enemy engagement by half while increasing accuracy, range and lethality on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Gabrielle Quire)

A radio reconnaissance team collects communications signals in the field during an Intelligence Interoperability Course at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. The Magnetic Intrusion Detector II is a magnetic sensor that can be easily concealed and is used by Marine units to detect the presence of targets moving within its electromagnetic fields. Marine Corps Systems Command’s Marine Intelligence program office fielded the system six months ahead of schedule to give operational leaders better situational awareness in theater. (U.S. Marine Corps photo) - A radio reconnaissance team collects communications signals in the field during an Intelligence Interoperability Course at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. The Magnetic Intrusion Detector II is a magnetic sensor that can be easily concealed and is used by Marine units to detect the presence of targets moving within its electromagnetic fields. Marine Corps Systems Command’s Marine Intelligence program office fielded the system six months ahead of schedule to give operational leaders better situational awareness in theater. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Brig. Gen. Joseph Shrader, commander of Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to attendees during the MCSC Acquisition Excellence Awards Aug. 2, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. MCSC holds the awards ceremony annually to recognize the outstanding performance of Corps acquisition professionals and teams. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Sevier) - Brig. Gen. Joseph Shrader, commander of Marine Corps Systems Command, speaks to attendees during the MCSC Acquisition Excellence Awards Aug. 2, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. MCSC holds the awards ceremony annually to recognize the outstanding performance of Corps acquisition professionals and teams. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Jennifer Sevier)

A Marine Sniper prepares to fire a 7.62mm NATO through a M40A6 rifle with a chronograph attached during a market research caliber study July 13, at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. Marine Corps Systems Command’s Infantry Weapons Systems conducted the study to inform Marine Corps acquisition leaders about future Marine sniper weapon system requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo) - A Marine Sniper prepares to fire a 7.62mm NATO through a M40A6 rifle with a chronograph attached during a market research caliber study July 13, at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. Marine Corps Systems Command’s Infantry Weapons Systems conducted the study to inform Marine Corps acquisition leaders about future Marine sniper weapon system requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo)

Master Sgt. Brad Colbert, project officer for small craft and special projects with Reconnaissance and Amphibious Raids at Marine Corps Systems Command, drives a Diver Propulsion Device July 18 at Lake Anna in Spotsylvania, Va. Colbert and other members of the RAR team conducted tests of potential upgrades to the DPD to improve its speed and controllability for reconnaissance Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Monique Randolph) - Master Sgt. Brad Colbert, project officer for small craft and special projects with Reconnaissance and Amphibious Raids at Marine Corps Systems Command, drives a Diver Propulsion Device July 18 at Lake Anna in Spotsylvania, Va. Colbert and other members of the RAR team conducted tests of potential upgrades to the DPD to improve its speed and controllability for reconnaissance Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Monique Randolph)

The MAGTF Common Handheld program will allow Marines to securely use modern handheld communications devices like tablets and smartphones in tactical environments to make more informed decisions on the go. Marine Corps Systems Command partnered with the National Security Agency’s Commercial Solutions for Classified program to address the unique security considerations inherent in using commercial products for tactical purposes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Tyler W. Stewart) - The MAGTF Common Handheld program will allow Marines to securely use modern handheld communications devices like tablets and smartphones in tactical environments to make more informed decisions on the go. Marine Corps Systems Command partnered with the National Security Agency’s Commercial Solutions for Classified program to address the unique security considerations inherent in using commercial products for tactical purposes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Tyler W. Stewart)