Network Control Facility - Severe Weather Support

The Raytheon Network Control Facility (NCF) is a critical support center that maintains the Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS). AWIPS is a key component of the weather warning and forecasting operations of the National Weather Service (NWS). As such, the NCF is a critical component of the National Weather Service during severe weather events.

During Critical Weather Days (CWD), the NCF uses multiple tools to monitor the AWIPS platform. These tools allow the NCF engineers maintain functionality and to communicate with the NWS forecasters and staff.