| Acronym | Meaning |
| S/V | Survivability/vulnerability |
| SADT | Structured Analysis And Design Techniques |
| GA | Go-around |
| PPL | Process Programming Language |
| PBIT | Periodic Built-in Test |
| OMG | Object Management Group |
| D/Q | Equipment Flat Plate Drag Area |
| ECMA | European Computer Manufacturer's Associations |
| PM | Program Manager |
| MTF | Modulation Transfer Function |