| Acronym | Meaning |
| IPAD | Integrated Program For Aerospace Vehicle Design |
| QUADS | QualitY Achievement Data SYstem |
| O/B | Operational Base |
| TTA | Thermomechanical Test Area |
| LOP | Integrated Operation Plan |
| STA | Structural Test Article |
| TDR | Technical Design Review |
| INTERCOMMUN | Intercommunication SYstem |
| CAR | Certification Approval Request |
| PFK | Payload Function Key |