DAFI 38-106 prescribes policy and procedures for Air Force manpower programming and execution, implementing DAFPD 38-1. It defines how the Air Force (and temporarily the Space Force) assesses, allocates, and manages end strength and manpower inputs via the Programming and Execution System. The instruction establishes roles, responsibilities, compliance tiers, and records management requirements.
OSD(R and E) DoD Engineering of Defense Systems Guidebook (February 2022 Incorporating Change 2, October 2024)
Guidebook defining DoD best practices for engineering defense systems across the acquisition lifecycle — covering systems/software engineering, specialty disciplines, modular/open systems, digital methods, security, reviews, and mission-engineering. Intended for program managers, systems engineers, and DoD acquisition professionals. Reference 1.4.2.1 Perform Low Rate Initial Production 1.5.1.2.6 Conduct Other Technical Processes
Directive Type Memorandum (DTM) 25-003 Implementing the DoD Zero Trust Strategy (17 July 2025 Incorporating Change 1, 2 September 2025)
Directive-Type Memorandum 25-003 establishes DoD-wide governance and execution architecture for implementing the Zero Trust Strategy, including a Portfolio Management Office, Chief ZT Officer, oversight structures, and metrics. Intended for senior leadership, Component heads, cybersecurity and acquisition stakeholders
DODD 7045.20 Capability Portfolio Management (23 September 2023)
Establishes DoD policy for Capability Portfolio Management (CPM) to guide senior leadership in investment, divestment, and prioritization across requirements, acquisition, sustainment, budgeting, and strategy. Intended for DoD Components, senior leaders, and acquisition, requirements, and budget staff.
DAFMAN 65-605 V1 Budget Guidance and Technical Procedures (15 August 2025)
Provides mandatory budget guidance and technical procedures for the Department of the Air Force to ensure lawful, effective, and standardized use of appropriated funds. Covers roles, apportionments, execution rules, and funding across appropriations. For financial managers, commanders, budget personnel. Reference: 1.1.2.2 Budget Execution Review 1.2.4 Conduct Financial Execution 1.1.1.1 IBR-SPR ; 1.2.4.1 Conduct Funds Distribution ; 1.2.4.1.2 Distribute Program Authorization and Budget Authorization ; 1.1.2.2 Budget Execution Review
