DoDD 5137.02 Under Secretary Of Defense For Research And Engineering (USD(R&E)) July 15, 2020

Purpose: Under the authority vested in the Secretary of Defense by Sections 113 and of Title 10, United States Code (U.S.C.), this issuance: Establishes the position, responsibilities and functions, relationships, and authorities of the USD(R&E). Authorizes the USD(R&E), as a Principal Staff Assistant (PSA) reporting directly to the Secretary of Defense, to promulgate DoD policy within the responsibilities, functions, and authorities assigned in this issuance.