The Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (abbreviated DASN(RDT&E) or DASNRDTE) serves as the principal adviser to the United States Assistant Secretary for Research, Development and Acquisition on all matters pertaining to science, technology, advanced research and development programs; system prototype programs; and management of science and engineering.
The DASN(RDT&E) monitors and coordinates with senior Naval officials among the various warfare centers and labs, including the Naval Research Laboratory; the Office of Naval Research; the Naval systems commands; and others in the Naval enterprise to facilitate advancement of technology systems into the fleet.
The current DASN(RDT&E) is Pete Reddy.
NameAssumed officeLeft officeAssistant Secretary served underMary Lacey20112015Sean StackleyJohn Burrow20152017Sean StackleyWilliam Bray20172020Sean StackleyJames GeurtsJoan Johnson2020presentJames GeurtsFrederick J. Stefany (acting)
References
External links DASN (RDTE) website