Identified Risk (risk identified by standard project risk management processes)

Description

Remedial Action

There is a possibility that the schedule will be affected by the availability of an immature support system, delays in the aircraft software, and facilities at Amberley.

This risk has been retired following the first ferry and achievement of In-Service Date in March 2010.

There is a possibility that the training devices will be accepted and certified late due to the lateness in the finalisation of the aircraft software testing leading to a delay to the commencement of Australian-based aircrew and maintenance training.

This risk has been retired following delivery of training devices in April/May 2010.

There is a possibility that the new training facility for the Aircrew Training Devices will be later than needed delaying installation, acceptance and certification of the Aircrew Training Devices.

Liaise with the facilities contractor through DSG to better align the facilities completion sequence with the needed dates.

This risk was realised in July 2009 and was managed as a Major Issue. The issue was subsequently downgraded to a Medium Issue as installation of the training devices commenced in April 2010 - the facilities contractor approved early access to the building prior to building acceptance to allow installation and testing of devices to remain on schedule.

There is a risk that the FOC date of December 2012, will be affected by the requirement for an additional civilian-compatible en-route navigation and non-precision approach aid capability in the aircraft not being satisfied resulting in a reduction in operational flexibility.

The US Navy has planned to integrate a GPS-based area navigation and approach capability into the Super Hornet software set in the 2012 timeframe. Current plans to maintain commonality with US Navy configuration will satisfy the issue.

This risk is now considered a medium risk with ongoing contractor management.

Emergent Risks (risk not previously identified but has emerged during 2009-10)

Description

Remedial Action

There is a possibility that Initial Operating Capability will not be achieved in December 2010 due to delayed weapons integration for two weapons types (CLASSIFIED), avionics systems deficiencies (CLASSIFIED), and existing facilities OH&S deficiencies.

Additional funds and resources have been allocated for root cause analysis and rectification. Increased management oversight and commitment by senior executives of the relevant organisations to rectify the issues has been established.