| Acronym | Meaning |
| SIRS | Social Issues Resources Services |
| CDCR | Concept Design And Cost Review |
| FMECA | Failure Modes Effects And Critical Analysis |
| NLDN | National Lightning Detection Network |
| DADS | Data Archive And Distribution System |
| MAGSAT | Magnetic Field Satellite |
| GCM | General Circulation Model |
| ASHAA | Asbestos In Schools Hazard Abatement Act |
| HSM | Hierarchical Storage Management |
| GALA | Geoscience Airborne Laser Altimeter |