| Acronym | Meaning |
| TDD | Temporary Design Departure |
| F/C | Flight Control |
| BITE | Built-in Test Equipment |
| QCPI | Quality Conformance Preliminary Inspection (in-plant) |
| ISEO | In-service Engineering Office |
| FFP | Fixed Fee Procurement |
| MB | Measurement Base |
| CPD | Consolidated Procurement Directive (ntec-3930/27) |
| APARS | Automated Printing And Retrieval System |
| PB | Patrol Boat (coastal Patrol Combatants) |