A new program manager took the helm of the E-2/C-2 Airborne Command and Control Systems Program Office (PMA-231) during a change of command ceremony Aug. 15.
 
Capt. Guillermo Carrillo assumed command from Capt. Pete Arrobio in a morning event held at the Rear Adm. William A. Moffett Building here.

During the ceremony, guest speaker Rear Adm. John Lemmon, Program Executive Officer for Tactical Aircraft Programs (PEO(T)), offered words of encouragement and praise to both Arrobio and Carrillo.
 
“Pete, you’ve had a great tour as the PMA-231 Program Manager and your leadership has enabled the Hawkeye/Greyhound Team to perform at a very high level.” Lemmon said. “Paco [Carrillo], we welcome you and your family into this new leadership position. You’re inheriting a team with a proud and proven track record. They’ve accomplished a lot, and I have no doubt they will continue to excel under your leadership.”

Arrobio agreed, adding that PMA-231 will continue to succeed in delivering E-2D aircraft and combat systems to meet warfighter requirements and sustain the lifecycle of the E-2D program under Carrillo’s watch.  
 
“Over the past 1,470 days, I’ve had the honor and privilege to serve as the program manager for the E-2/C-2 Airborne Command and Control Systems Program Office.” Arrobio said. “We had some highs and lows, and it was a testament to the character of our community when we faced those lows together to rapidly address and solve difficult problems. I have never been prouder of any team in my 28 years of service and know you will continue to do amazing things with Capt. Carrillo.” 
 
Carrillo, who was the Deputy Program Manager for Integration for PMA-231 before assuming command, envisions a program office that continues to provide world-class support to the E-2 community.
 
“As world events continue to demand the presence of a dynamic, lethal, informed and connected platform that can project power from the sea and land, the mission of this extraordinary aircraft is needed time and time again to win.” Carrillo said. “We are in demand now more than ever! It is an honor to lead with you every day and command this program.”

Under Arrobio’s leadership, the Hawkeye/Greyhound Team of PMA-231 embraced Reliability Control Boards to address the top readiness degraders through a rigorous process of root cause identification and laying out steps to solve problems permanently. This led to the highest E-2D, E-2C and C-2A readiness levels ever, and realized significant cost avoidance for Depot Level Repairs, while reducing the E-2D’s Cost Per Tail Per Year by 14%. 

The team was also recognized earlier this year by the Secretary of the Navy as one of the Navy’s five highest performing covered acquisition programs.

Through Naval Sustainment System-Aviation efforts, the team reached the first objective of 28 mission capable E-2Ds five months ahead schedule.

The Delta System Software Configuration (DSSC)-4 Integrated Product Team enhanced E-2D capabilities and accelerated timelines by engaging suppliers to expedite deliveries from the standard 12 months down to seven months.  

The team also awarded the DSSC-6 non-recurring engineering contract, which includes a cockpit technical refresh, Theater Combat Identification hardware and software, and an upgraded E-2D Mission Computer and Display Subsystem. Additionally, with Open Mission Systems architecture, it will enable the addition of third-party applications to bring capability to the fleet even faster.