signal intelligence

Abstract

FOREWORD Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 2-15.2, Signals Intelligence, serves as a basic reference for understanding concepts, operations, and procedures for the conduct of signals intelligence (SIGINT) operations in support of the Marine air-ground task force. This publication complements and expands on Marine Corps Doctrinal Publication 2, Intelligence, and MCWP 2-1, Intelligence Operations, which provide doctrine and higher order tactics, techniques, and procedures for intelligence operations. The primary target audience of this publication is intelligence personnel responsible for planning and executing SIGINT operations. Personnel who provide support to SIGINT or who use the results from these operations should also read this publication. MCWP 2-15.2 describes aspects of SIGINT operations, including doctrinal fundamentals , equipment, command and control, communications and information systems support, planning, execution, security, and training. Detailed information on SIGINT operations and tactics, techniques, and procedures is classified and beyond the scope of this publication. MCWP 2-15.2 supersedes Fleet Marine Force Manual 3-23, (C) Signals Intelli-gence/Electronic Warfare Operations (U), dated 21 September 1990. Reviewed and approved this date.