Weapons Knowledge Preservation & Transfer Program (WKPT)

This two-day course will focus on providing essential information designed to illustrate the application of quality assurance management systems and requirements that ensure the successful execution of nuclear weapon product realization across the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE).

Description: The unclassified Weapons Quality Assurance (WQA) Module is designed to familiarize participants with the importance and application of weapons quality assurance policy and requirements. Attendees will learn how applying a consistent approach across the NSE for the design and production of nuclear weapons components, subassemblies and assemblies will successfully achieve the W88 ALT370 First Production Unit (FPU) and follow-on production to meet US Strategic Navy delivery requirements. The WQA will provide the framework for participants to understanding how they interface, support, and ensure the W88 ALT370 system meets requirements, is delivered on time, and meets NNSA’s commitments to the nuclear weapons stockpile.  NOTE:  This framework and application of WQA requirements are also consistent with the successful achievement of product realization for all weapon programs. 

 The WQA Course examines the four pillars of an effective weapons quality management system, including:

1. approval of processes, procedures, and the flow-down of requirements
2. Implementation of quality requirements
3. Comprehensive assessment of systems processes and procedures, including effective product verification, acceptance, and stamping
4. Identification of corrective actions and implementation of continuous improvements.

This module will describe the structure and elements of NAP 401.1 and changes and impacts as NAP 401.1A is adopted.