| Acronym | Meaning |
| PLRV | Payload Launch Readiness Verification |
| IPS | Instrument Pointing System (Subsystem) |
| CER | Cost Estimating Relationship |
| SDS | Software Design Specification |
| RHP | Right Hand Panel |
| PCL | Programming Check List |
| RCN | Requirements Change Notice |
| LF | Load Factor |
| CMD | Command |
| PIC | Preinstallation Checkout |